Makaio Prescott
Kahuku,HI
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience at Pioneer Ace Hardware, excelling in inventory management and customer service. Proven ability to enhance workflow coordination and train staff effectively. Skilled in merchandise processing and equipment operation, consistently ensuring product availability and quality. Recognized for problem-solving capabilities and leadership in fast-paced environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Tractor Operator
Oahu National Wildlife Refuge Complex
Kahuku, HI
06.2023 - 05.2025
- Operating tractors, heavy machinery, preventative and differed maintenance and minor repairs
- Ag tractors: operating with attached or towed equipment on managed wetlands and construction sites, operating on both flat and rolling terrains
- Backhoe: digging holes/trenches, moving piles of dirt and debris
- Skid steer: laying and leveling the foundation with crushed rock or concrete, changing buckets to suit the task at hand, and sifting piles of debris to separate material.
- Excavator: sorting through piles of dirt and debris, filling roll-off bins with debris and trash, digging trenches to lay pipe (water and electrical lines)
- Maintaining habitats for threatened and endangered waterbirds and shorebirds, by manipulating ponds, dikes, water levels. Including: mowing, spraying and hauling
- Maintaining driveways for vehicles to maneuver in between ponds and other locations/sites
- Basic carpentry, electrical, plumbing, experienced in auto mechanic work and vehicle maintenance
- Assigned to a GAOA team for special projects with special funding
- 300ft of fence repair at Honouliuli Refuge
- Installed cabinets at Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalaniana'ole Building
- Operating various tractors and machines mowing grass, clearing debris and rubble out from a previous aqua culture site at James Campbell NWRC
- Chainsaw certified (San Luis National Wildlife Refuge, certified by Keith Mayer and Shaun Murphy)
- Supervisor: Joshua Ream ((808) 291-6258)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Backroom Coordinator
Pioneer Ace Hardware
Laie, United States
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Managed merchandise and lumber receiving and processing, ensuring timely placement of units into their proper homes.
- Handled the signing and processing of special deliveries, checking and matching SKU numbers to quantities.
- Oversaw inventory control processes to maintain accurate stock levels and availability.
- Created and submitted orders for deliveries to restock
- Trained and certified associates in operating forklift, filling propane, cutting wire, wood and pipes.
Stock Clerk
Pioneer Ace Hardware
Laie, United States
01.2019 - 06.2022
- Primary lead for sorting pallets of freight boxes and transferring to proper departments.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure product availability and accuracy.
- Received and inspected incoming shipments for quality and completeness.
- Assisted customers in locating products and answering inquiries about items.
- Operated inventory management systems to track stock movement effectively.
- Trained new staff on proper stocking procedures and store policies.
Mechanic Technician
Louis' Car Clinic LLC
Hauula, United States
01.2012 - 12.2018
- Driving, diagnosing (visually, by listening or diagnostic scan tool), repairing vehicles
- Using a variety of ratchets, sockets, extension and wrenches
- Using both air and battery powered tools (impact, ratchet, grinder)
- Utilizing specialized tools required to complete the job
- Basic understanding of automotive electrical circuitry
Education
High school diploma - equivalent
Waipahu Community School for Adults
Kailua, HI, United States05.2023
Skills
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Task delegation
- Workflow coordination
- Inventory management
- Merchandise processing
- Stock replenishment
- Quality inspection
- Employee supervision
- Mechanically inclined
- Equipment operation
Availability
Full-time
References
- Josh Ream, Project Leader at James Campbell NWR, (808) 688-7191
- Max Lavea, US Army, (915) 691-3591
- Jaydein Soriano, Former coworker, (808) 277-7287
- Clayton Crozier, MIFP Maintenance, (561) 806-4431, clayton_crozier@fws.gov
- Tyler Paulson, MIFP Maintenance Cohort Lead, (763) 244-0209, tyler_paulson@fws.gov
- Mitch Adams, MIFP Coordinator, (605) 641-1985, mitchel_adams@fws.gov
Timeline
Tractor Operator
Oahu National Wildlife Refuge Complex
06.2023 - 05.2025
Backroom Coordinator
Pioneer Ace Hardware
06.2022 - 06.2023
Stock Clerk
Pioneer Ace Hardware
01.2019 - 06.2022
Mechanic Technician
Louis' Car Clinic LLC
01.2012 - 12.2018
High school diploma - equivalent
Waipahu Community School for Adults