Todd Donald Shaw
Toms River,NJ
Summary
I have been an employee of Manchester Schools since 1999 starting as a groundskeeper. Before 1999 I worked for a private landscaper in Howell NJ part time after school and full time during the summer months and full time after graduation. In the winter months I got a temporary job including selling Christmas trees and setting up the store for the holidays and the upcoming spring season at Franks Nursery and Crafts/Flower Time. During my school years I worked a summer camp in Jackson NJ as a camp counselor and doing maintenance on the property. I have been a craft beer fan since the early 1990’s. I was at opening day of Icarus in Lakewood and have followed the growing business since. I am knowledgeable about craft beer and would love to learn even more. I am teamwork oriented and dedicated to my employers.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Grounds
Manchester Township Board of Education
06.2024 - Current
- Coordinated schedules for routine maintenance, optimizing workflow across multiple teams.
- Assisted in developing landscape plans to enhance school grounds aesthetics and functionality.
- Implemented safety protocols for equipment use, improving compliance among staff members.
- Trained new team members on best practices in groundskeeping and equipment handling.
- Monitored grounds conditions regularly to identify areas needing attention or improvement.
- Maintained a well-groomed appearance of the grounds by scheduling regular mowing, trimming, and pruning tasks.
- Managed vendor relationships for sourcing materials, equipment, and services needed for grounds maintenance tasks.
- Collaborated with other departments to plan and execute special events held on the grounds.
- Facilitated open communication with staff members to address concerns, share updates on projects, and promote teamwork in completing tasks efficiently.
- Coordinated snow removal efforts during winter months to ensure safe access to facilities for all visitors.
Groundkeeper
Manchester Township Board of Education
07.1999 - 06.2024
- Maintained grounds by mowing, trimming, and edging lawns to ensure neat appearance.
- Cleared debris and leaves from pathways, enhancing accessibility and visual appeal.
- Operated landscaping equipment including blowers, trimmers, and mowers efficiently.
- Assisted in planting flowers and shrubs, contributing to seasonal landscape design changes.
- Monitored irrigation systems for proper functionality, ensuring optimal water distribution.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Contributed to overall property aesthetics improvements resulting from dedicated attention towards daily maintenance tasks and detail-oriented approach to groundskeeping.
- Reduced equipment downtime via regular maintenance checks and timely repairs as needed.
- Enhanced curb appeal by maintaining lawns, gardens, and walkways in pristine condition.
- Upheld high safety standards on all tasks performed ensuring minimal accidents or injuries within the workplace.
- Exhibited punctuality and reliability in completing assigned duties according to established deadlines without compromising quality standards.
- Enhanced visual appeal of property by meticulously maintaining lawns, flower beds, and hedges.
- Facilitated smoother event setups and teardowns, enhancing venue's reputation for hosting.
- Ensured compliance with local environmental regulations by properly disposing of hazardous materials.
Education
High School Diploma - General
Lakewood High School
Lakewood, NJ06.1989
Skills
- During my work with the schools I drove a box truck and school bus converted to a cargo van I am used to lifting 55 plus pounds and moving greater weight using team lifting, flat carts, hand trucks and moving carts I also used several types of tractors and other grounds related equipment including chain saws, power washers, hand held tools, blowers, weed walkers, fire hoses and other related equipment I had a front end loader attached fork lift system In a past job I used a forklift daily I also used 3 lifts, a one man lift, an electric indoor 2 man lift and an outdoor diesel powered4x4 3-4 man lift
Certification
State of New Jersey certified fertilizer applicator
Timeline
Head of Grounds
Manchester Township Board of Education
06.2024 - Current
Groundkeeper
Manchester Township Board of Education
07.1999 - 06.2024
High School Diploma - General
Lakewood High School