Kevin E. Snyder
Fayette
Summary
Dedicated Grounds Maintenance Professional experienced in enhancing outdoor environments through effective landscaping and plant care. Achieved improved project outcomes and resource optimization by training teams and adhering to safety standards. Focused on sustainable practices and quality control to ensure high standards of property upkeep.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Water Truck Operator
Fulton Mills
Delta
01.2026 - Current
- Operated water truck to deliver water for dust control at construction sites.
- Coordinated with site supervisors to optimize water delivery schedules and locations based on site needs.
- Monitored water levels to maintain adequate supply, ensuring operational efficiency during peak hours.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine inspections for operational readiness.
- Inspected vehicle before each trip, ensured proper functioning of brakes, lights, steering, and other safety equipment.
- Followed safety regulations to minimize risks and ensure a safe working environment.
- Adhered to all company policies including hours of service regulations and safe driving practices.
- Documented daily vehicle operations and maintenance activities to support compliance and operational continuity.
- Communicated effectively with team members to ensure smooth operations and workflow.
Machine Operator
Eagle Machine
Fayette
04.2023 - 01.2026
- Operated CNC machines for precision fabrication of components.
- Conducted quality inspections, ensuring components met specifications and maintained high standards.
- Inspected finished parts for defects, ensuring compliance with quality standards for customer satisfaction.
- Maintained equipment, performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting issues.
- Implemented process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency and minimizing material waste.
- Loaded and unloaded materials efficiently in various machines.
- Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.
Shipping
Kamco
West Unity
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Checked parts for accuracy, organized inventory, and moved racks to maintain an efficient workspace.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
- Checked and rechecked orders before packaging and shipping items.
- Assisted team members in maintaining cleanliness and organization of customer area and shipping department.
- Prepared products for shipping and distribution, ensuring compliance with packaging standards.
Head Crew Leader
Grounds Guys/Aqua Lawns
Monclova
11.2019 - 05.2021
- Main duties consist of customer relations, sales, building retaining walls, operating heavy equipment, ground maintenance.
- Supervised landscape maintenance teams, ensuring timely project completion and adherence to quality standards.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols, equipment usage, and landscaping techniques to enhance team performance.
- Conducted site assessments and collaborated with clients to develop customized landscape designs that fulfilled their specific visions.
- Implemented best practices for sustainable landscaping, leading initiatives that improved environmental impact of projects.
- Managed inventory of materials and tools, ensuring availability for ongoing projects while reducing waste through effective resource allocation.
- Oversaw quality control processes, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Increased efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized work environment both on job sites and at the company yard.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes, and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
- Operated skid steers, wheel loaders, forklifts, and yard goats.
- Executed grounds maintenance tasks by trimming plants, weeding, and performing general clean-up activities.
- Answered questions and addressed customer concerns according to rigorous timetables, supporting diverse lawn health and landscape development requests.
- Improved project performance through meticulous attention to detail, leading to reduced errors and minimized rework during installation and maintenance.
Laborer
Behrmann Burial Services
Ridgeville Corners
11.2017 - 11.2019
- Main duties consist of customer relations, mowing/weed eating, setting up tents for funerals, digging holes for the vaults.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hardin-Northern High School
Dola, OH05-1997
Vocational - Building Maintenance
Apollo Career Center
Lima, OH05-1997
Skills
- Water distribution
- Heavy machinery operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Snow and ice removal
- Snow removal
- Maintenance procedures
- Vehicle inspection
- Machine operation
- Safety compliance
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Grounds maintenance
- Facility cleaning equipment
- Dust control
- Hardworking
- Dedicated
- Quick learner
- Motivated and driven
- Customer relationship management
Certification
Firefighter 1, Gorham Fayette Fire Department
References
- Tom Franks, Fire Chief, 419-583-6469, Gorham Fayette Fire Department
- Sean Seifer, Former Supervisor, 419-575-3477, Continuum
- Travis Swihart, Former Co-Worker/Friend, 419-591-6303, Von Deylen Plumbing & Heating
- Troy Stewart, Friend, 419-583-6725, Swanton Police Department
Timeline
Water Truck Operator
Fulton Mills
01.2026 - Current
Machine Operator
Eagle Machine
04.2023 - 01.2026
Shipping
Kamco
10.2021 - 04.2023
Head Crew Leader
Grounds Guys/Aqua Lawns
11.2019 - 05.2021
Laborer
Behrmann Burial Services
11.2017 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Hardin-Northern High School
Vocational - Building Maintenance
Apollo Career Center