Kyle Schroeder
Oracle,AZ
Summary
I am very passionate about being outdoors and working with my hands. I have a strong mechanical aptitude and enjoy fixing problems. I have experience working with various types of metal and I have experience in multiple shop machines and heavy equipment including Shielded Metal Arc Welding Machines, MIG Welding Machines, Flux-Cored Arc Welding Machines, Hydraulic Bend Machines, Hydraulic Cutting and Punching Machines, Oxy-Acetylene Torch/Track Torch, Plasma Cutter/Table, Boom Lifts, Scissor Lifts, Tractor Loader Backhoes, Excavators, Skid Steers. I also have a certification from Orange Technical College in Welding and experience in most power tools. I have participated in the Americore working for the Utah Conservation Corps for a 3 month fall season working around the state for Utah using various trail tools and working on both public and private land.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
OPS Park Ranger
Department of Environmental Protection
12.2023 - Current
- Cleaned and maintained all park facilities on a daily basis.
- Used multiple powers tools including but not limited to drills, chops saws, circular saws, reciprocating saws impact wrenches, belts sanders, pneumatic nail guns, air compressors, and cordless ratchets.
- Operated tractors in order to complete park projects.
- Preformed electrical and plumbing maintenance on park facilities and campground.
- Increased park safety by conducting regular patrols and addressing potential hazards in a timely manner.
- Provided exceptional customer service at entrance stations, answering questions, offering assistance, and processing fee payments accurately.
- Enforced park rules consistently to protect natural resources while creating a safe environment for all visitors.
- Enforced laws and regulations within parks for campgrounds, trails, nature preserves and roadways
- Participated in controlled burns and wildfires in multiple florida state parks in order to facilitate habitat restoration and preservation.
- Participated in invasive plant eradication in order to promote native plant growth.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to refine skills in first aid, search-and-rescue techniques, firefighting procedures, and more.
Crew Member
Utah Conservation Corps
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Participated in a 4 person crew doing conservation work across the state of Utah that consisted of trail maintenance, river maintenance, felling trees, invasive plants eradication, working with volunteer groups, and wildfire fuels reduction. I worked with an assortment of tools such as pickaxes, shovels, hand saws, chainsaws, axes, post hole pounders, herbicide sprayers, and woodchippers.
- Organized and coordinated volunteer activities related to park maintenance.
- Identified plants, animals, and other features of interest in the region.
- Adhered to regulations regarding harvesting resources from parks or reserves.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Collaborated with team members to complete orders.
Sales Associate
The Home Depot Inc
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Experience in multiple departments including plumbing, building materials, hardware, paint, electrical, flooring, and tool rental. Tool rental consists of using, inspecting, and maintaining multiple types of tools ranging from small power tools to heavy equipment.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Crew Trainer
McDonald’s
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Conducted onboarding sessions with new hires, providing them with an overview of company policies and procedures.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Studied crew members during work shift to provide feedback and guidance in improving performance.
Education
NWCG Certificate - S130/S190/L180 Basic Wildland Firefighter Training
Tall Timbers/NATA University of Florida
Florida06.2024
Certificate - Wilderness First Aid
EMT Utah
Logan, UT08.2023
Trade Degree - Welding Technology
Orange Technical College
Orlando, FL12.2022
High School Diploma -
Edgewater High School
Orlando, FL05.2022
Skills
- English
- Computer Skills
- Time Management
- Communication Skills
- Hand tools
- Cash Handling
- Welding
- Fabrication
- Plasma Cutting
- Blueprint Reading
- Mapping/GPS
- Plant Identification
- Emergency First Aid
- Grounds Maintenance
- Incident Management
- Park equipment maintenance
- Firefighting Techniques
Timeline
OPS Park Ranger
Department of Environmental Protection
12.2023 - Current
Crew Member
Utah Conservation Corps
08.2023 - 11.2023
Sales Associate
The Home Depot Inc
08.2022 - 08.2023
Crew Trainer
McDonald’s
07.2021 - 08.2022
NWCG Certificate - S130/S190/L180 Basic Wildland Firefighter Training
Tall Timbers/NATA University of Florida
Certificate - Wilderness First Aid
EMT Utah
Trade Degree - Welding Technology
Orange Technical College
High School Diploma -
Edgewater High School
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