Vanden Estes
Shawnee,KS
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Experienced with firefighting techniques, emergency response, and safety protocols. Utilizes training to support fire suppression and rescue operations. Knowledge of teamwork and quick decision-making critical in high-stress environments.
Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner
Vanden's Lawn Care Company
06.2014 - Current
- Manage all aspects of Commercial and residential lawn care business
- Sales and Customer Service
- Established and maintained routine maintenance schedule
- Performed all functions of lawn care maintenance including mowing, trimming, edging, hedge trimming, leaf and brush removal, and snow removal
- Provided equipment maintenance
- Managed finances to reinvest back into the business
- Started this business at the age of 7 growing the business from 2 regular customers to over 20 regular customers and many single-use customers
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
Umpire-grounds Crew
3&2 Baseball
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Co-Manage grounds crew operation
- Head umpire for baseball games
- Worked independently and as part of team
Cashier-Sales Associate
Cavender's Western Store
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Co-Managing Cashier
- Worked to help clean store, build displays, and maintained good workplace environment
- Worked independently and as part of team
- Helping customers maintain efficient and happy shopping experience
Ranch Hand
Covered M Arena
07.2021 - 08.2023
- Completed all aspects required of a ranch hand including:
- Large breed animal care (horses and bulls)
- Operated heavy machinery
- Brush removal and pasture maintenance
- Cared for about 57 animals by feeding, watering, vaccinating and assisting with birthing.
- Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
- Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Maintained safety when using equipment and tools by following established precautions.
- Assisted laborers by loading and unloading heavy machinery and equipment.
Laborer-Volunteer
Overland Park Arboretum
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Volunteer laborer maintaining 23 prairies, and park landscaping
- Worked independently and as part of a team
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
- Approached issues proactively to best meet current and future community needs.
- Improved public safety, participating in community watch programs.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
- Delivered consistent results under challenging weather conditions or other external factors affecting productivity.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
Education
Highschool -
Shawnee mission northwest
Shawnee, KS05.2026
Fire Academy Training Facility - Fire Science
Career & Technical Education Center
Overland Park, KS05-2026
Middle school -
Indian Trail
Olathe, KS05.2021
Skills
- Leadership
- Problem-solving
- Ability to operate heavy machinery
- Determined
- Selfless
- Caring
- Hard worker
- On time
- Easy person to talk to
- Great with teamwork
- Role model
- Can follow directions
- Responsible
- Good work skills
- Organized
- Clean
- Proficient in taking vitals
- Participate in practical/fundamental/technical operations to maintain certifications
- Quick thinking
- In-depth rule knowledge
- Decision-making skills
- Physical fitness
- Good eyesight
- Operations management
- Prioritization
- Stress tolerance
- Unbiased judgment
- Decision-making
- Time management
- Assertiveness
- Good judgement
- Strong decision-making
- Customer service
Certification
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support
- CPR and AED
- Firefighter 1 completion
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute ICS-100
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute IS-700
- S-190 Wildland Fire Behavior
- NWCG L-180 Human Factors In The Wildland Fire Service
- NWCG S-130 Firefighter Training
Awards
- Hardest worker and laborer of the month
- Honor roll in middle school/High school
- Firefighter 1 completion
Timeline
Cashier-Sales Associate
Cavender's Western Store
01.2024 - 08.2024
Umpire-grounds Crew
3&2 Baseball
01.2023 - 08.2024
Ranch Hand
Covered M Arena
07.2021 - 08.2023
Laborer-Volunteer
Overland Park Arboretum
10.2019 - 12.2020
Owner
Vanden's Lawn Care Company
06.2014 - Current
Middle school -
Indian Trail
Highschool -
Shawnee mission northwest
Fire Academy Training Facility - Fire Science
Career & Technical Education Center
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