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Michael K Taylor

Fort Collins,CO

Summary

Positive, collaborative team member taking great pride in working well with coworkers to achieve efficient productivity and making the workplace a rewarding experience while serving our customers in a professional and approachable manner.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service/Support/Sales

Xylem Design / Pedestal Source
01.2016 - 09.2023
  • Consult and advise customers to effectively display a wide array of art sculptures.
  • Developed many long-time relationships with galleries, museums, retails display clients and private art collectors maintaining communication throughout the process.
  • Worked closely with the production crew and foreman to facilitate successful builds of large/custom projects to meet deadlines and ensured accuracy of all aspects.
  • Maintained positive working relationships with over 25 co-workers and used my personal skills to navigate conflicts in the workplace.

Service Department Manager

Dairy Tech Inc
01.2012 - 01.2016
  • Provided technical support and customer service to 100+ clients throughout the U.S. and abroad.
  • Oversaw construction, testing and packaging of all outgoing shipments.
  • Tested and evaluated new components and controllers for quality assurance and reliability.
  • Managed inventory levels of all parts and products.

Lead Technician

Simply Efficient Solar & Wind
01.2009 - 01.2011
  • Led installations of PV and Thermal systems from design to completion.
  • Provided complete customer satisfaction through entire process.
  • Implemented new products and techniques to increase efficiency.

President

Toast of the Town, Inc
01.1998 - 01.2009
  • Owned/operated beverage concession at the Fort Collins Lincoln Center.
  • Managed all aspects of operation including: client relations, contract negotiations, staff hiring, scheduling, training and event planning for over 500 events / year.
  • Developed community relationships through non-profit partnerships.

Equipment Operator

City Park Nine Golf Course
04.2024 - Current

In my short time working at CP9 I have become a reliable and proficient member of the small crew that maintains this historic golf course. Working alongside Jordan and Casey I have learned the many intricacies and details required to keep the grounds in excellent condition while personally striving for continual improvement in the skill sets involved with working with various equipment proficiently and effectively. I take great pride in bringing a positive attitude to each and every day and enjoy the inter-personal relationships a positive and productive workplace provides.

Education

Some College (No Degree) -

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO

Skills

  • Highly skilled and knowledgeable in working with landscape care and maintenance practices and tools
  • Ability to adapt and learn to achieve efficient use of time, materials and tools
  • Very detail oriented and strive for quality results and take great pride in a job well done
  • Positive outlook, enjoy working well with others to attain goals and maintain a strong work ethic

Timeline

Equipment Operator

City Park Nine Golf Course
04.2024 - Current

Customer Service/Support/Sales

Xylem Design / Pedestal Source
01.2016 - 09.2023

Service Department Manager

Dairy Tech Inc
01.2012 - 01.2016

Lead Technician

Simply Efficient Solar & Wind
01.2009 - 01.2011

President

Toast of the Town, Inc
01.1998 - 01.2009

Some College (No Degree) -

Colorado State University