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Mathew Slater

Otsego

Summary

Facilities maintenance leader with a proven track record at Alamo Little League, excelling in groundskeeping and preventive maintenance. Recognized for enhancing productivity through innovative space optimization and fostering teamwork. Adept at problem-solving and decision-making, ensuring high-quality profficient service while maintaining strong vendor relationships.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Director of Facilities Maintenance

Alamo Little League
05.2013 - 02.2025
  • Oversaw groundskeeping efforts, ensuring attractive landscaping and well-maintained exterior spaces throughout all seasons.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities equipment, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly repairs or replacements.
  • Led the development of a comprehensive facility management plan, outlining long-term goals and strategies for continuous improvement.
  • Introduced innovative solutions for space optimization, resulting in increased productivity within the workplace environment.
  • Maintained positive relationships with vendors and suppliers while negotiating cost-effective contracts for goodsservices.
  • Scheduled routine maintenance and repair of facility equipment.
  • Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Reported defective products or machinery to supervisor.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.

Valet Supervisor

Gun Lake Casino
02.2011 - 02.2013
  • Supervised valet team members for improved productivity and adherence to company policies.
  • Maintained clean workspaces, contributing to an inviting environment for guests upon entering or exiting their vehicles.
  • Handled escalated guest issues effectively, preserving customer loyalty by addressing concerns promptly while adhering to company guidelines for conflict resolution.
  • Streamlined vehicle retrieval times with effective communication among staff and proper organization of keys and vehicles.
  • Managed inventory control, maintaining adequate supplies for efficient operations without excess waste or costs.
  • Implemented safety measures to minimize accidents and incidents involving guests'' vehicles or personnel onsite.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by implementing efficient parking strategies and maintaining a professional demeanor.
  • Trained new employees in valet procedures, ensuring consistent quality and efficiency across the team.
  • Oversaw cash management at the end of each shift, ensuring accurate transactions and accounting practices were followed by all team members.
  • Resolved guest inquiries, providing exceptional service while upholding company standards.
  • Conducted routine safety inspections to identify potential hazards or maintenance needs, reducing the risk of accidents or property damage while maintaining a safe environment for both staff and guests.
  • Scheduled staff shifts, balancing workload distribution while minimizing labor costs.
  • Established employee recognition programs, promoting teamwork and celebrating individual achievements within the department.
  • Collaborated with other departments to create a seamless guest experience from arrival to departure.
  • Helped guests unload and load luggage.
  • Delivered guest vehicles smoothly and met diverse needs of valet customers.
  • Entered guest vehicle information and location in computerized valet parking system.
  • Located and retrieved vehicles quickly to minimize customer wait times.
  • Provided punctual, polite valet services to uphold professional standards.

Owner

MGS Lawn Maintenance
03.2007 - 11.2012
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Achieved financial growth with strategic planning, cost control measures, and targeted marketing efforts.
  • Streamlined operations to improve efficiency, enabling more time to be spent on strategic planning and decisionmaking.
  • Elevated brand awareness with targeted marketing campaigns, leveraging social media and digital platforms.
  • Fostered strong relationships with clients to boost retention rates, conducting regular feedback sessions.

Maintenance Foreman

DeVisser Landscape Service
04.2004 - 03.2008
  • Developed strong relationships with clients by providing consistent communication and updates on project progress, fostering trust and loyalty.
  • Improved overall appearance of properties through regular maintenance tasks such as pruning, mulching, and planting seasonal flowers.
  • Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
  • Assisted with snow removal during winter months, ensuring safe and accessible walkways for clients and visitors.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional attitude and collaborating effectively with team members.
  • Reduced client complaints with efficient mowing and trimming of lawns, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
  • Answered questions and addressed customer concerns according to rigorous timetables, supporting diverse lawn health and landscape development requests.
  • Consistently met deadlines for project completion by efficiently managing time and resources while maintaining high-quality results.
  • Maintained equipment in excellent working condition through routine inspections and repairs, minimizing downtime due to malfunctioning tools.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Developed customized lawn care plans based on individual property assessments, ensuring optimal growth and health for each unique landscape.
  • Ensured safety on job sites through proper use of equipment and adherence to company protocols, reducing workplace accidents.
  • Collaborated with clients to design visually appealing landscapes that met their specific needs and preferences.
  • Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance for long-term functionality.
  • Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
  • Maximized curb appeal at commercial properties through meticulous attention to detail when executing landscape enhancement projects.
  • Generated and completed work orders for repairs, maintenance, and component replacement.
  • Conducted mechanical and electrical maintenance of factory equipment.
  • Implemented energy-saving measures to reduce operating costs while maintaining high-quality performance standards.
  • Managed emergency repairs efficiently, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.

Tire and Lube Manager

Walmart
09.2003 - 03.2004
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
  • Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
  • Reduced operational costs through comprehensive process improvement initiatives and resource management.
  • Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.

Fertilizer Tech

True-Green
05.2003 - 09.2003
  • Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with new challenges or technologies, enabling quick mastery of necessary skills.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
  • Improved customer satisfaction, swiftly addressing and resolving technical inquiries and issues.

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Perrigo Pharmaceuticals
11.1999 - 03.2003
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
  • Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
  • Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
  • Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
  • Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
  • Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
  • Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.
  • Collaborated with other warehouse team members, ensuring smooth workflow through effective communication during forklift operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Otsego High School
Otsego, MI
06-1999

Skills

  • Decision-making capacity
  • Problem-solving
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Teamwork
  • Reliability
  • Active listening
  • Grounds maintenance
  • Work order management
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Groundskeeping
  • Landscaping
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Attention to detail
  • Professional and courteous

Interests

  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Camping
  • Volunteer Work
  • Music
  • Auto Repair/Restoration
  • DIY and Home Improvement
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Team Sports

Timeline

Director of Facilities Maintenance

Alamo Little League
05.2013 - 02.2025

Valet Supervisor

Gun Lake Casino
02.2011 - 02.2013

Owner

MGS Lawn Maintenance
03.2007 - 11.2012

Maintenance Foreman

DeVisser Landscape Service
04.2004 - 03.2008

Tire and Lube Manager

Walmart
09.2003 - 03.2004

Fertilizer Tech

True-Green
05.2003 - 09.2003

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Perrigo Pharmaceuticals
11.1999 - 03.2003

High School Diploma -

Otsego High School

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