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Jose (Joey) Soto

Chula Vista

Summary

Dynamic Horticulture Supervisor at SeaWorld California with a proven track record in project management and team leadership. Expert in irrigation systems and equipment maintenance, I consistently enhance productivity and safety standards while fostering a collaborative work environment. Recognized for implementing process improvements that reduced costs and elevated employee performance. Resourceful Supervisor trained in resolution of critical issues within time-sensitive environment with successful track record of building and maintaining talented teams. Highly organized, energetic and versatile leader committed to continuous improvements. Proven history of motivating staff to work together to achieve targets.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Horticulture Supervisor

SeaWorld California
San Diego
01.2025 - Current
  • Tracked progress on projects and provided timely feedback to staff members.
  • Participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing prospective candidates for open positions.
  • Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
  • Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
  • Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
  • Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Negotiated with vendors and suppliers to secure advantageous terms and pricing.
  • Monitored employee attendance, addressing any punctuality or absenteeism issues.
  • Coordinated with other department supervisors to ensure smooth workflow and project alignment.
  • Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff, facilitating open communication.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements, leading to cost reductions and increased productivity.
  • Managed budget for department, ensuring all expenses stayed within allocated funds.
  • Operated various equipment such as tractors, lawnmowers, hedge trimmers, and leaf blowers.
  • Adjusted water flow rates through irrigation systems based on seasonal changes in temperature or precipitation levels.
  • Maintained and monitored landscape grounds, including mowing grass, pruning trees, and trimming shrubs.
  • Assisted in planning new landscaping projects including designing flower beds and selecting plants that are appropriate for the area's climate conditions.
  • Ensured proper use of fertilizers and pesticides in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Applied mulch around trees and flowerbeds to help retain moisture during dry periods.
  • Performed minor repairs to irrigation systems, sprinklers, and other landscaping tools.
  • Inspected existing landscape features for damage or deterioration and took corrective action when necessary.
  • Conducted regular inspections of all plant material ensuring health standards are being met.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations related to weather events such as flooding or high winds that could cause damage to landscaped areas.
  • Pruned trees and trimmed bushes and hedges to keep grounds neat and inviting.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.

Club Dj

Independant Contract
San Diego
08.2008 - Current
  • Interacted with guests to assess their musical preferences and needs.
  • Coordinated with venue staff on technical requirements for performances.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting any technical issues that may arise during performances.
  • Communicated effectively with promoters, agents, managers, and venues.
  • Set up and operated audio equipment including mixers, turntables, amplifiers, and speakers.
  • Organized and coordinated music playlists to suit the atmosphere of each event.
  • Attended regular meetings with management team members in order to discuss upcoming gigs or changes in policy.

Supervisor Park Prep

SeaWorld California
San Diego
03.2022 - 01.2025
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
  • Directed and supervised team of 23 employees in daily operations.
  • Monitored employee productivity levels on a regular basis to identify areas of improvement.
  • Performed monthly inventory checks to ensure sufficient stock levels for all products.
  • Ensured compliance with workplace safety regulations by providing training sessions for all staff members.
  • Conducted weekly meetings with team members to discuss upcoming tasks and project deadlines.
  • Participated in recruitment efforts by interviewing prospective candidates for open positions.
  • Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
  • Developed strategies to improve team performance and productivity.
  • Tracked progress on projects and provided timely feedback to staff members.
  • Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Recruited, hired, trained, mentored, coached, evaluated, and terminated staff as necessary.
  • Monitored employee productivity to provide constructive feedback and coaching.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, reducing project completion times.
  • Acted as a liaison between upper management and staff, facilitating open communication.
  • Managed scheduling for staff, ensuring adequate coverage during peak times and projects.
  • Developed and maintained a safe working environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.

Assistant Supervisor

SeaWorld San Diego
San Diego
06.2021 - 03.2022
  • Forklift trained. Warehouse inventory. Waste management loading dumpsters and making bales from cardboard compactors. Pressure washing patios and pathways. Man lift operator trained.
  • Ensure a safe environment for all team members, guests, and animals.
  • Responsible for the development of OJT's and team members by providing training, feedback, and coaching.
  • Ensure compliance to all state/federal regulations, park policies, and department procedures.
  • Create and maintain units team rotation grid.
  • Maintain the highest level of cleanliness in the park, conduct quality inspections of assigned areas, and follow up on any opportunities to improve.
  • Maintain and track supply inventory and equipment.
  • Report to Supervisors and Managers regarding the status of projects.
  • Oversee completion of daily opening and closing procedures.
  • Utilize problem solving skills to ensure positive guest/ ambassador resolutions as needed.
  • Responsible for overseeing and completing opening and closing procedures.
  • Oversee assigned operating area.
  • Perform other miscellaneous tasks as required.
  • Maintained records of employee attendance and performance reviews.
  • Inspected premises regularly to identify potential hazards or maintenance needs.
  • Monitored employee performance and conducted regular reviews to identify areas for improvement.

Utility Worker

Nothing Bundt Cakes
Chula Vista
10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Manually washes, rinses and sanitizes all baking pans, dishes, utensils, and other tools in a thorough and timely manner and adheres to all NbC standards.
  • Monitors sanitization levels to ensure compliance with health and safety guidelines.
  • Gathers and removes garbage, sweeps, and mops floors, and cleans floor drains.
  • Performs routine cleaning of windows, shelves, counters, refrigerator, cooler, and bathroom.
  • Cleans sanitizes and restocks the workstation and ensures all cleaning supplies are sufficiently prepared for the next shift.
  • Monitors inventory of cleaning supplies.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Adams House
Phoenix
05.2006 - 08.2008
  • Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration.
  • Provided transportation, assistance and companionship to clients.
  • Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
  • Comforted patients and provided them with reassurance and encouragement.

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Loving Kind Care Home
Phoenix
09.2005 - 04.2006
  • Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
  • Planned, prepared and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Provided transportation, assistance and companionship to clients.
  • Cleaned and organized patients' living quarters.
  • Positioned residents for comfort and to prevent skin pressure problems.
  • Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
  • Tended to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Charted daily information on the residents such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages, and daily inputs and outputs.

Medication Administrator

Peppertree Square
Peoria
10.2004 - 08.2005
  • Pass out medications.
  • Promoted continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which care is provided.
  • Sensitive to the needs of geriatric patients.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication with regard to issues of death and dying.
  • Provided patients and families with emotional support.
  • Documented resident records on daily flow sheets.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities and/or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff.
  • Tended to patients with chronic illnesses.

CNA

Catholic Health Care West/Huger Mercy Living Center
Phoenix
09.2001 - 10.2004
  • Read and recorded temperature, pulse and respiration.
  • Massaged patients and applied preparations and treatments, such as liniment, alcohol rubs and heat-lamp stimulation.
  • Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
  • Prepared patient rooms prior to their arrival.
  • Collected urine and fecal samples.
  • Support duties for diagnostic and technical treatment procedures, such as setting up and operating special medical equipment and apparatus.
  • Assisted with adequate nutrition and fluid intake.
  • Positioned residents for comfort and to prevent skin pressure problems.
  • Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
  • Provided personal nursing care in pre- and post-operative situations.
  • Tended to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Documented resident records on daily flow sheets.
  • Assisted with ADLs.
  • Exhibited compassionate care and communication with regard to issues of death and dying.
  • Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
  • Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Transported residents within the facility as needed.
  • Reported changes in patient conditions to registered nurse or physician.

CNA

Maryland Gardens
Phoenix
07.1997 - 08.2001
  • Observed and documented patient status and reported patient complaints to the case manager.
  • Completed and submitted clinical documentation in accordance with agency guidelines.
  • Provided transportation, assistance and companionship to clients.
  • Positioned residents for comfort and to prevent skin pressure problems.

Skills

  • Charting expertise
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Understands mobility assistance needs
  • Quick problem solver
  • Understands medical procedures
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Able to lift and transfer
  • General housekeeping ability
  • Documentation procedures expert
  • Reliable transportation
  • Irrigation management
  • Project management
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Budget management
  • Team leadership
  • Waste disposal
  • Equipment operation
  • Backhoe operation
  • Grading techniques
  • Forklift operation
  • Landscape design
  • Irrigation systems
  • Maintenance & repair
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Safety-oriented mindset
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Equipment Repair
  • Industrial equipment

Additional Information - Skill Highlights

  • Charting expertise
  • Calm and level-headed under duress
  • Understands mobility assistance needs
  • Quick problem solver
  • Understands medical procedures
  • Medical terminology knowledge
  • Able to lift and transfer
  • General housekeeping ability
  • Documentation procedures expert
  • Reliable transportation

Timeline

Horticulture Supervisor

SeaWorld California
01.2025 - Current

Supervisor Park Prep

SeaWorld California
03.2022 - 01.2025

Assistant Supervisor

SeaWorld San Diego
06.2021 - 03.2022

Utility Worker

Nothing Bundt Cakes
10.2019 - 03.2020

Club Dj

Independant Contract
08.2008 - Current

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Adams House
05.2006 - 08.2008

CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant

Loving Kind Care Home
09.2005 - 04.2006

Medication Administrator

Peppertree Square
10.2004 - 08.2005

CNA

Catholic Health Care West/Huger Mercy Living Center
09.2001 - 10.2004

CNA

Maryland Gardens
07.1997 - 08.2001

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