Marie Anderson
Fort Walton Beach
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Okaloosa County, excelling in groundskeeping and equipment maintenance. Proven ability to enhance outdoor spaces while ensuring safety compliance. Strong team collaborator and effective communicator, dedicated to delivering high-quality service and maintaining exceptional standards in public facilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Grounds Assistant
Okaloosa County
Fort Walton Beach
06.2024 - Current
- Maintained grounds by mowing, trimming, and landscaping public parks and facilities.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure cleanliness of outdoor areas.
- Monitored irrigation systems for proper functioning and water distribution.
- Collected litter and debris to promote a safe environment for visitors.
- Followed safety protocols while performing maintenance tasks across county properties.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety guidelines.
- Operated power equipment such as mowers, trimmers, blowers and hedge clippers.
- Loaded landscape materials into trucks for delivery to jobsites.
- Maintained landscaped areas, including mowing, trimming, edging and pruning of grass, trees and shrubs.
- Laid sod for new lawns according to specifications.
- Used heavy equipment, mowers and trimmers safely to prevent accidents.
- Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
- Lifted and removed fallen or damaged branches using hand and power tools.
- Transported mulch, soil and sand using shovel and rake.
Maintenance Crew Member
City of Destin
Destin
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Maintained park facilities by cleaning restrooms and picking up litter.
- Conducted routine inspections of public areas to identify maintenance needs.
- Reported safety hazards to supervisors for prompt resolution and follow-up actions.
- Followed correct procedures for handling, transporting and disposing of new and recycled materials.
- Maintained compliance with internal and regulatory safety standards.
- Trained new maintenance staff on procedures and safety protocols.
Commend Area Maintence
360 Blue/ Natural Retreats
Santa Rosa Beach
06.2022 - 02.2024
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Cleaned and maintained swimming pool using industry-standard tools and chemicals.
- Inspected pool equipment for functionality and reported any issues to management.
- Collaborated with team members to complete cleaning schedules efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Purchasing Agent
Gatlin Lumber & Supply Company
Fort Walton Beach
06.2016 - 06.2022
- Managed inventory levels to ensure adequate stock availability.
- Coordinated with vendors to resolve delivery and quality issues.
- Conducted market research to identify emerging product trends.
- Assisted in developing purchasing strategies aligned with company goals.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases and supplier information.
- Prepared purchase orders and sent to distributors and suppliers.
- Assisted in resolving discrepancies between invoices and delivery receipts and products received from vendors.
- Worked closely with accounting department to resolve any billing issues with vendors.
- Verified warehouse received accurate and timely inventory by regularly consulting database.
- Performed regular price comparisons between different suppliers for similar items.
- Coordinated logistics such as transportation schedules for incoming shipments.
- Contacted vendors to determine order status and communicate discrepancies with shipments.
- Negotiated pricing with vendors to obtain the best prices for goods or services.
- Maintained vendor relationships by providing detailed information regarding product specifications or requirements.
- Maintained accurate records of purchases including item descriptions, quantities ordered and received.
- Investigated damaged or defective items shipped from suppliers before approving payment.
- Monitored inventory levels of critical items to minimize stock outs while keeping costs low.
- Evaluated supplier performance to ensure that products met quality standards at the lowest cost possible.
- Attended trade shows and conferences related to the industry in order to find new sources of supply.
Asistant Manager
Surplus Warehouse, E.C. Barton
Fort Walton Beach
11.2010 - 04.2016
- Assisted in managing daily store operations and staff scheduling.
- Trained and developed team members on customer service best practices.
- Oversaw inventory management and restocking of merchandise displays.
- Implemented visual merchandising standards to enhance product presentation.
- Handled customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally.
- Monitored sales performance and identified areas for improvement.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and safety regulations consistently.
- Provided leadership support during peak business hours by motivating staff members to meet targets.
- Completed frequent walk-throughs and directed team members to correct issues impacting store appearance or professionalism.
- Interviewed and vetted job applicants to make effective hiring decisions and fill vacancies with strong team members.
- Checked monthly sales and performance reports to support operational planning and strategic decision-making.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with staff members to assess individual progress and set goals for future development.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Education
Associate of Science - Graphic and Digital Design
Northwest Florida State College
Niceville, FL12-2007
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Machinery operation
- Groundskeeping techniques
- Quality control
- Inventory management
- Vendor relations
- Facility inspections
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Staff training
- Maintenance scheduling
- Door hardware
- Lighting systems
- Painting
- Plumbing repairs
- Residential construction
- Drywall repair
- Hand and power tools
Custom Section 1
- US Navy "Seabee"
- March 1983-April 1991
- Honorable Discharge
Timeline
Grounds Assistant
Okaloosa County
06.2024 - Current
Maintenance Crew Member
City of Destin
02.2024 - 05.2024
Commend Area Maintence
360 Blue/ Natural Retreats
06.2022 - 02.2024
Purchasing Agent
Gatlin Lumber & Supply Company
06.2016 - 06.2022
Asistant Manager
Surplus Warehouse, E.C. Barton
11.2010 - 04.2016
Associate of Science - Graphic and Digital Design
Northwest Florida State College