Steve Vorpagel
Slinger,Wisconsin
Summary
Resourceful Mechanical Maintenance Technician known for high productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Skilled in diagnostics, preventative maintenance, and system repairs. Specialized skills include 12/24V wiring, hydraulic systems, pneumatic equipment, electrical/hydraulic schematics and welding. Excel in problem-solving, teamwork, and adaptability to ensure smooth operation and maintenance of mechanical systems in a safe manner.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Landscape Foreman/Mechanic
Layout Landscape
Hartford, Wisconsin
09.2023 - Current
- Performed regular inspections to WI DOT standards on trucks and trailers, ensuring they meet specifications.
- Maintain a variety of small engines, including lawn mowers, skid loaders, backhoes, end loaders, snow plows, and salters.
- Keep tools, shop, and equipment organized for maximum efficiency.
- Lead a crew to the job site, and ensure customer satisfaction.
- Meet potential clients to discuss project proposals.
- Apply fertilizers and pesticides to customer properties according to product labels and state regulations.
Snowmaking Manager
Little Switzerland
Slinger, Wisconsin
11.2017 - 01.2025
- Responsible for maintaining and operating a snowmaking system capable of pumping over 2,000 GPM at 350 PSI.
- Annual and seasonal training sessions.
- Inspect and repair 2" fire hose to safety standards.
- Keep 32 fully automatic snow guns in working order by performing regular maintenance and repairs.
- Design, repair, and replace snowmaking pipelines.
- Attend annual snowmaking training service seminars.
- Schedule 24-hour snowmaking sessions, running two shifts whenever the weather allows, to maximize efficiency.
- Ensuring that customers have the best possible snow to enjoy throughout the season.
Golf Course Mechanic
Washington County Golf Course
Hartford, WI
03.2001 - 09.2023
- Ensuring 70 golf carts are immaculate and ready for daily use.
- Keep $2 million worth of golf course mowers, heavy equipment, trap rakes, trucks, trailers, blowers, and string trimmers in tip-top shape.
- Tested components with appropriate instruments to ensure proper operation.
- Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
- Annually, grind and refurbish 50+ mower reels using state-of-the-art equipment. Grind and rebuild (annually) 50+ mower reels with a state-of-the-art grinder.
- Responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and organization of a 40' x 60' shop and an 80' x 120' cold storage facility.
- Keep detailed records of all equipment maintenance, including repair costs.
- Communicate with the Golf Course Superintendent about events and daily play, so necessary equipment is ready the next day.
- Welding, fabrication, hydraulic repairs, oil changes, and greasing.
- Maintenance and repairs on 14 miles of irrigation pipe, 900 irrigation heads, and 3 synchronized pumps.
Education
High School Diploma -
Slinger High School
Slinger, WI06-1998
Industry Education
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Hydraulic repairs
- Welding and fabrication
- Irrigation systems
- Snowmaking operations
- Customer service
- Problem solving
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Safety compliance
Affiliations
- Sporting activity's with my kids
- Fishing, Camping, Kayaking
- Down hill skiing
- Traveling Off Road
Certification
- University of Minnesota Turfgrass science
- University of Madison Turfgrass educational program
- Certified pesticide applicator for the state of Wisconsin
- Prinoth service school
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Landscape Foreman/Mechanic
Layout Landscape
09.2023 - Current
Snowmaking Manager
Little Switzerland
11.2017 - 01.2025
Golf Course Mechanic
Washington County Golf Course
03.2001 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Slinger High School
Industry Education
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