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Ricardo  Salazar

Ricardo Salazar

Wheat Ridge,CO

Summary

I am an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I have 5 years experience working for Commerce City. Through my experiences working with fellow parks employees and speaking with citizens of Commerce City i understand what it takes to be successful in this field of work as a Leader, a teacher and an example setter. I understand that excellence is my expectation.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Parks Technician

The City Of Commerce City
03.2018 - Current

As a Parks Technician i must complete semi skilled tasks which include maintenance and repair of various infrastructures including but not limited to parks, trails, roadsides, sidewalks, bridges, irrigations systems, drainage systems and signage. I am also required to hold and maintain a Class B CDL and to provide 24 hour on call response when assigned to snow projects. A big part of being a parks Technician is leading Commerce city VHE in various tasks around the city and showing them how to properly and safely conduct business while upholding Commerce City standards.

  • Preserved natural habitats through careful landscaping, pruning, and removal of invasive species.
  • Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
  • Participated in training programs to enhance skills, ensuring continuous improvement in job performance.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Improved park aesthetics with meticulous attention to detail in litter removal and upkeep of benches, signs, and other infrastructure.
  • Operated a variety of tools and machinery for tasks like mowing lawns, trimming trees, repairing fences, fixing broken sprinklers resulting in well-maintained parks'' grounds.
  • Reduced maintenance costs by identifying and addressing potential hazards before they escalated into costly repairs.
  • Enhanced park visitor experience by maintaining clean and safe facilities, pathways, and recreational areas.
  • Ensured timely completion of assigned tasks by adhering to schedule set by supervisors.
  • Conducted regular inspections of playground equipment to guarantee safety compliance and prevent accidents.
  • Handled minor repairs on park equipment ensuring that all facilities function efficiently.
  • Maintained irrigation systems to ensure efficient water usage while keeping vegetation healthy and vibrant.
  • Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
  • Installed and moved temporary structures for different types of events.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
  • Assisted with seasonal preparations including snow removal during winter months.

Education

High School Diploma -

Wheat Ridge High School
Wheat Ridge, CO
2018

Skills

  • Power Tool Operation - Drill driver, Hex impact driver, Impact wrench, table saw, hacksaw, grinder, hand held blowers, power string trimmer, power water transfer pump, power chainsaws, power pruners, jack hammers
  • Gas Tool Operation - String trimmers, backpack blowers, chainsaws, pruners, hand held edgers, walk behind edgers, suck vacuums,
  • Machine Operation

Ventract:

Including attachments of snow plow, snow blower, aerator, turf mower, ruff cut mower

John Deere:

Skid steer- attachments include bucket and Broom

Tractors- attachments include bucket, backhoe, forks, aerator, seeder, fertilizer spreader and grader

Toro:

Toro 360: Attachments include snow plow, snow blower, Bristle broom, blower, mower deck

Grand Stand Mower:

Z Master Mower:

4000 Mower:

5000 Mower:

UTX:

Riding aerator:

Riding weed sprayer:

  • Other equipment/skills

Truck bed pressure washer:

Trailer pressure washer:

Acetylene torch basic knowledge:

Stick welding basic knowledge:

Irrigation system troubleshooting and repair

Ballfield preparation and maintenance

2 years Class B CDL driving experience

Timeline

Parks Technician

The City Of Commerce City
03.2018 - Current

High School Diploma -

Wheat Ridge High School
Ricardo Salazar