Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Vicky McNamar

Colorado Springs,CO

Summary

Detail-oriented professional bringing a proven history of effectively directing, monitoring or performing preventive and unscheduled maintenance. Strong knowledge of standard hardware and materials with an insatiable curiosity of new industry materials and techniques.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Project Superintendent

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
09.2022 - Current

Implemented improved training procedures to better develop new personnel.
Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
Inspected, replaced and repaired defective parts and completed preventive maintenance.

Operate the Bobcat, Man Lift, Dingo
Supervised Contractors during and after hours
Fix and program locks throughout the Zoo
Preventative maintenance and repairs on Carousel
Preventative maintenance and repairs on Sky Ride

Minor repairs on mesh Fencing
Repair work on perimeter fence
Coordinated contractor work with keepers
Maintain a work order list

Schedule Contractors for projects

  • Handled scheduling of contractors and staff to complete projects within required timeframes.
  • Conducted regular site inspections to assess progress, address issues, and maintain quality control throughout the project.

Senior Maintenance Specialist Rides

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
08.2011 - 09.2022
  • Implemented improved training procedures to better develop new personnel.
  • Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
  • Inspected, replaced and repaired defective parts and completed preventive maintenance.
  • Performed routine preventive care and repairs to HVAC systems.
  • Operate the Bobcat, Man Lift, Dingo
  • Supervised Contractors during and after hours
  • Fix and program locks throughout the Zoo
  • Preventative maintenance and repairs on Carousel
  • Preventative maintenance and repairs on Sky Ride
  • Minor repairs to vehicles
  • Minor repairs on mesh Fencing
  • Repair work on perimeter fence
  • Coordinated contractor work with keepers
  • Maintain a work order list

Visitor Services/Guest Services

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
06.1998 - 08.2011
  • Greeted customers, answered general questions and directed to appropriate locations.
  • Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
  • Operated The Tot Train, Carousel, Tram, and Sky Ride
  • Sold Giraffe Crackers
  • Helped in the Parking Lot on Busy Days
  • Worked special events (Boo at the Zoo and Electric Safari)

Event Staff/ House Keeping

Colorado Springs World Arena/Pikes Peak Center
05.2003 - 06.2006
  • Helped Guests find their seats for events
  • Checked entry tickets at doors
  • Trained on Zamboni
  • Cleaned the building before, during, and after events

Education

High School Diploma -

Roy J Wasson High School
Colorado Springs, CO
05.1999

Skills

  • Troubleshooting Skills
  • Maintenance Supervision
  • Equipment Safety
  • Safety Protocol Knowledge
  • Attentive to Detail
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Problem Resolution
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Critical Thinking
  • People Skills
  • PPE Use
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Active Listening
  • Customer Service
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Reliable & Trustworthy
  • Training & Development
  • Construction supervision
  • Environmental awareness
  • Knowledgeable in construction safety

Certification

  • Ski Lift Maintenance
  • Confined Space
  • 10 Hour General OHSA
  • 30 Hour General OHSA
  • Fundamentals of Rigging
  • Equipment Inspector
  • Fall Protection
  • First Aid\CPR

Timeline

Project Superintendent

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
09.2022 - Current

Senior Maintenance Specialist Rides

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
08.2011 - 09.2022

Event Staff/ House Keeping

Colorado Springs World Arena/Pikes Peak Center
05.2003 - 06.2006

Visitor Services/Guest Services

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
06.1998 - 08.2011

High School Diploma -

Roy J Wasson High School
Vicky McNamar