Porsha Lester
Seattle,WA
Summary
Dynamic Parks and Recreation Worker with a proven track record at the City of Seattle, skilled in landscaping techniques and outdoor leadership. Recognized for enhancing park safety and cleanliness while effectively managing equipment and fostering teamwork. Committed to problem-solving and maintaining high standards in facility maintenance.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Parks and Recreation Worker
City of Seattle, Parks and Recreation Conservation Corp
Seattle, WA
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining park facilities and grounds to ensure cleanliness and safety standards.
- Operated tools and machinery for landscaping tasks, adhering to safety protocols during use.
- duties performed outside ,including inclement weather
- provided help with shrub bed maintenance
- assorted hand tools such as lopper ,pitchfork ,scoop shovel ,wheelbarrow
- assisted with deicing stairways ,walkways and city sidewalks for public safety
- driver
- able and willing to listen and follow instructions for various parks maintenance
- current Washington state driver's license
Flagger
D&G Flagging
Seattle, WA
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Directed vehicular traffic to ensure safety at construction sites.
- Set up and maintained flagging equipment for optimal visibility.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate site operations.
- Monitored work zones for hazards and reported unsafe conditions promptly.
- Adapted quickly to changing site conditions while maintaining safety standards.
- Engaged proactively with motorists to enhance traffic flow and minimize delays.
- Used flagging tools such as stop and slow paddle and red flag.
Caregiver
Family Owned
Seattle, WA
07.2018 - 12.2023
- Provided compassionate support for daily living activities, enhancing client comfort and well-being.
- Assisted with medication management, ensuring adherence to prescribed schedules and improving health outcomes.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with families to meet individual needs effectively.
- Mentored new caregivers, promoting best practices and improving overall service quality.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
Flagger
Miles Construction Group
Puyallup, WA
04.2017 - 12.2019
- Assisted in training new flaggers on safety protocols and procedures.
- Collaborated with project managers to support site-specific safety initiatives.
- Ensured proper usage of signaling devices, including stop/slow paddles, flags, and radios for effective communication among team members.
- Assisted in setting up traffic control plans according to project specifications and local regulations, maintaining orderly work zones.
- Maintained a strong knowledge of state-specific traffic laws and regulations related to flagging operations, ensuring compliance within the workplace.
Education
High School Diploma -
Seattle Central Community College
Seattle, WA06-2019
Skills
- Outdoor leadership skills
- Computer skills
- Landscaping techniques
- Facility maintenance
- Trail maintenance
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Decision-making
- Problem-solving
- Equipment setup
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Team leadership
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Parks and Recreation Worker
City of Seattle, Parks and Recreation Conservation Corp
08.2025 - Current
Flagger
D&G Flagging
06.2025 - 08.2025
Caregiver
Family Owned
07.2018 - 12.2023
Flagger
Miles Construction Group
04.2017 - 12.2019
High School Diploma -
Seattle Central Community College