Daniel Rivas Mares
Walnut Grove
Summary
I consider maintenance professional with experience in managing daily operations and operating machinery. I am an expert in team management, with a proven track record of improving facilities and increasing user satisfaction.
I am a dedicated worker in the parks and recreation sector, with over 13 years of experience in facility maintenance, safety inspections, and landscaping. I am committed to enhancing the visitor experience and maintaining operational efficiency.
I am a facility maintenance expert, meticulous and recognized for my effectiveness in resolving problems with my team. I have experience managing recreational facilities, ensuring operational excellence and fostering teamwork.
I am a hard worker who strives to improve every day. While I am not a licensed professional, I have experience in park maintenance, electrical work, plumbing, drainage, sprinkler systems, painting, repairing water line leaks, repairing restroom sinks, machinery repairs, and more.
For any questions, please contact my former employer.
Thank you.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Parks and Recreation Worker
Galt City
Galt
08.2025 - Current
- Operated landscaping equipment including mowers, trimmers, and blowers.
- Designed and installed planting beds with various plants and flowers.
- Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition for daily tasks.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Operated various landscaping equipment including mowers, trimmers, and blowers.
Maintenance Manager
Grand Island Mansion
Walnut Grove
03.2013 - 06.2024
- Assisted in performing regular maintenance checks on equipment and facilities.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Maintained inventory of tools and supplies for maintenance tasks.
- Learned to operate specialized maintenance tools and machinery effectively.
- Inspected buildings, grounds and equipment regularly for safety hazards or breakdowns.
- Maintained equipment performance by cleaning and lubricating components.
- Monitored the performance of all equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
- Managed the maintenance staff and their daily activities.
- Supervised installation, repair and upkeep of machinery and mechanical equipment.
- Provided technical support in case of system malfunctions or breakdowns.
- Resolved conflicts among employees in the maintenance department.
- Operated landscaping equipment including mowers, trimmers, and blowers.
- Conducted soil tests to determine nutrient levels and pH balance.
- Implemented irrigation systems to optimize water usage for plant health.
- Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition for daily tasks.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
- Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
- Operated machinery such as bobcats or tractors when necessary.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
- Performed routine maintenance of irrigation systems including repairs when needed.
- Built retaining walls using stones or bricks for stability purposes.
- Inspected property for signs of damage or infestation from pests or weeds.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Landscape design
- Irrigation system management
- Plant health assessment
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Facility maintenance
- Irrigation systems
- Mechanical repairs
- Irrigation system installation
- Pipe assembly
- Drain cleaning
- Sewer line maintenance
- Pipe modification
- Root removal
- Septic system service
- Leak detection
- Pipe cutting
- Preventative maintenance
- Fixture installation
- Sewer line repair
- Surface preparation
- Project management
- Spray application
- Oil painting techniques
- Painting restoration
- Roll and brush expertise
- Acrylic painting techniques
- Wall covering installation
- Door installation
- Window installation
- Irrigation system maintenance
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Irrigation system design
- Plant health
- Electrical installation
- System maintenance
- Electrical equipment maintenance
- Sprinkler system design
- Irrigation installation
- Grounds maintenance
- Landscape enhancement
- Material transportation
- General laborer
- Deck and walkway construction
- Basic plumbing
- Countertop installation
- Basic electrical
- Building renovation
- Wall paneling
- Pergola construction
- Remodeling projects
- Heavy equipment operation
Languages
English
Elementary
Spanish
Professional
Portuguese
Limited
Timeline
Parks and Recreation Worker
Galt City
08.2025 - Current
Maintenance Manager
Grand Island Mansion
03.2013 - 06.2024