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Nikko A. D'Urso

Nikko A. D'Urso

Morehead City,NC

Summary

Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous employee with impeccable work ethic. Currently employed as a Public Service Technician as a seasonal employee with the Town of Atlantic Beach. team goals. I have experience in road cleaning, establishing alternate traffic patterns, assisting with roadway projects; patching roadways, removing excess water using diesel hydraulic pumps, mixing and application of concrete, . Well-rounded individual with great eye for safety procedures and communication skills. Proven history of best-in-class work ethic and adaptability. My goal is to seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges, utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Professionally I wish to obtain my NC CDL License within one year.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Public Service Technician/Seasonal Employee

Town Of Atlantic Beach
05.2023 - Current
  • Adhered to safety protocols and policies to reduce workplace hazards; machine safety, environmental hazard compliance when cleaning equipment.
  • Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
  • Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common beach pathways to improve usability.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to. maintain outdoor areas.

Zero-Turn Lawn Mower Chain Saw

Weed Eater Power Washer

Edger Bobcat

Ditch-Witch Zamboni Sweeper

Backpack Leaf Blower. Pole Saw

Hedge Trimmer

  • Removed debris and waste from bathroom areas; maintained sanitation protocols.
  • Assisted with repair of concrete and parking lots to maintain safe passage.
  • Changed out holiday decorations on light poles on major roadways.
  • Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
  • Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
  • Maintained compliance with regulatory standards and safety requirements.
  • Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.

Associate

Lowes Foods
03.2023 - 05.2023
  • Worked varied hours, days, nights and weekends as business needs dictate.
  • Managed customer relations and customer service through daily communication and interaction.
  • Maximized customer interactions by promptly identifying needs and wants.
  • Increased customer satisfaction significantly within department.
  • Educated new hires on company policies and procedures by designing and developing training program.

Line Chef

Barcelona
11.2021 - 01.2023
  • Followed recipes and food presentation standards at Barcelona..
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Assisted head chef in preparing and serving food.
  • Cleaned kitchen counters, refrigerators and freezers.
  • Gathered and placed all ingredients into workstations to meet shift needs.
  • Operated fryer and cooked meats on grill.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to provide head chef with proper ingredients for dishes.
  • Complied with sanitation and nutrition regulations and safety standards.

Landscaping Crew Member

Keayes Landscaping
06.2020 - 08.2021
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching and edging of lawns.
  • Handled hedge, bush and shrub trimming.
  • Removed weeds, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Followed planned landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, sown grass, flowers and foliage.

Line Chef

The Spotted Horse
05.2018 - 06.2020
  • Followed recipes and food presentation standards at The Spotted Horse.
  • Operated fryer and cooked meats on grill.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to provide head chef with proper ingredients for dishes.
  • Rotated with specialty chefs to learn pastry station and sauce preparation.
  • Ordered new ingredients and supplies to meet expected needs.

Team Member

One Stop Hose & Hydraulics
08.2017 - 06.2018
  • Kept work areas clean, organized and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
  • Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
  • Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
  • Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.

Line Chef

Gray Barns
08.2017 - 02.2018
  • Operated fryer and cooked meats on grill.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to provide head chef with proper ingredients for dishes.
  • Complied with sanitation and nutrition regulations and safety standards.
  • Gathered and placed all ingredients into workstations to meet shift needs.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Tasked with unloading and unpacking daily fresh ingredient deliveries to learn general operation of kitchen.

Line Chef

Tazza
03.2016 - 07.2017
  • Followed recipes and food presentation standards at Tazza..
  • Assisted head chef in preparing and serving food.
  • Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
  • Seasoned and marinated cuts of meat, poultry and fish.
  • Operated fryer and cooked meats on grill.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to provide head chef with proper ingredients for dishes.
  • Complied with sanitation and nutrition regulations and safety standards.

Graphic Design Assistant

Autographic Signs
09.2014 - 01.2015
  • Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners and signs.
  • Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
  • Completed final touches for projects such as images sizes and font selection.
  • Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
  • Applied knowledge of production to create high-quality images.

Education

No Degree - Carpentry

Job Corps, New Haven, CT

High School Diploma -

Branford High School, Branford, CT
06.2013

Skills

  • Quality Improvement with attention to detail
  • Familiar with Regulatory Guidelines
  • Ability to Lift 50 Pounds
  • Valid Driver's License/North Carolina
  • Power and Hand Tool Proficiency
  • Safety Procedures Adherence

Timeline

Public Service Technician/Seasonal Employee - Town Of Atlantic Beach
05.2023 - Current
Associate - Lowes Foods
03.2023 - 05.2023
Line Chef - Barcelona
11.2021 - 01.2023
Landscaping Crew Member - Keayes Landscaping
06.2020 - 08.2021
Line Chef - The Spotted Horse
05.2018 - 06.2020
Team Member - One Stop Hose & Hydraulics
08.2017 - 06.2018
Line Chef - Gray Barns
08.2017 - 02.2018
Line Chef - Tazza
03.2016 - 07.2017
Graphic Design Assistant - Autographic Signs
09.2014 - 01.2015
Job Corps - No Degree, Carpentry
Branford High School - High School Diploma,
Nikko A. D'Urso