Taylor Parrish
Tucson,AZ
Summary
Results-focused leader successful at promoting safety programs and mentoring individuals on ways to avoid mishaps and accidents. History of championing program training in various organizations throughout well-established career.
I'm a hard worker with enthusiasm for the construction and safety industries. I take great pride in my work and bring experience from years of construction, firefighting, and turf maintenance. I've operated many different kinds of equipment and have a very mechanical and process oriented mind. My skills are vast and I can adapt and troubleshoot any problem I come across.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Built Different Home Services
09.2024 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
- Optimized supply chain operations, negotiating with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality products.
- Expanded business into new markets
Greenskeeper/Spray Rig Operator
The Highlands at Dove Mountain
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Improved turf health by implementing sustainable fertilization and aeration practices.
- Optimized equipment lifespan by establishing routine maintenance and repair schedules.
- Boosted course playability after weather events, quickly restoring playing surfaces.
- Facilitated timely repairs on damaged playing surfaces due to adverse weather events or vandalism incidents quickly restoring the area back into playable condition.
- Trained new employees on proper equipment use, safety protocols, and best practices in golf course maintenance.
FIREFIGHTER
Golder Ranch Fire District
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Responded to 911 calls, providing support to civilians on site and transporting patients to the nearest trauma medical facility
- Remained updated on paramedic and firefighter training by attending regular training sessions
- Participated in fire safety and prevention education programs in the local schools
- Collaborated with fellow firefighters in maintaining station equipment and fire trucks
- Worked with a team of other firefighters on the rescue squad to save victims of flooding, fires, and other natural disasters
FIREFIGHTER
City of Tucson
07.2016 - 01.2023
- Responded to 911 calls, providing support to civilians on site and transporting patients to the nearest trauma medical facility
- Worked with Safety and Wellness Division for over a year on implementing new safety standards, equipment logistics, and training classes
- Trained new firefighters on safety procedures, emergency operations, department history, etc.
CRANE AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Ashton Construction
02.2016 - 06.2016
- Adhering to essential site safety procedures
- Training new crew members in the safe operation of company machinery
- Operated a variety of equipment including but not limited to cranes, loaders, backhoes, track hoes, pile driving pistons, etc.
- Consistently met my short and long-term targets
- Proactively participated in meetings and helped create new practices
- Processed a range of documentation and entered information into databases
- Pitched ideas on how to improve performance and efficiency
DRILLING RIG AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Boart Longyear
10.2011 - 02.2016
- Managed a rig crew focused on safety
- Proficiency in operating, maintaining, and repairing almost any kind of machinery
- Clean and maintain rig
- Motor and mechanical maintenance
- Paperwork and submission to supervisor
- General chores associated with drilling rig operation
DRILLERS ASSISTANT
SST Energy
04.2011 - 09.2011
GREENSKEEPER
Saddlebrooke
09.2010 - 03.2011
- Operated various mowers, equipment, and tools specific to turf maintenance
- Maintained and inspected equipment prior to use
- Maintenance and inspection of irrigation systems
- General yard equipment operations and material handling
- Part of startup crew while course was being built and opened
- Operation of various turf management equipment
- Assist with irrigation and watering needs
GREENSKEEPER
Gozzer Ranch Golf Course
06.2008 - 05.2010
Education
FIRE SCIENCE -
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ06-2016
EMT/CPR/EMERGENCY RESPONSE -
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ06.2025
FIRE INSPECTOR I CERTIFIED -
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ06.2025
Skills
- Heavy and Light Equipment Operation
- Adaptable/Hard Working Personality
- High Mechanical Aptitude
- Progressive Mindset
- Crew/Employee Management Skills
Timeline
Owner
Built Different Home Services
09.2024 - Current
Greenskeeper/Spray Rig Operator
The Highlands at Dove Mountain
09.2023 - 09.2024
FIREFIGHTER
Golder Ranch Fire District
02.2023 - 08.2023
FIREFIGHTER
City of Tucson
07.2016 - 01.2023
CRANE AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Ashton Construction
02.2016 - 06.2016
DRILLING RIG AND HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Boart Longyear
10.2011 - 02.2016
DRILLERS ASSISTANT
SST Energy
04.2011 - 09.2011
GREENSKEEPER
Saddlebrooke
09.2010 - 03.2011
GREENSKEEPER
Gozzer Ranch Golf Course
06.2008 - 05.2010
EMT/CPR/EMERGENCY RESPONSE -
Pima Community College
FIRE SCIENCE -
Pima Community College
FIRE INSPECTOR I CERTIFIED -
Pima Community College
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