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Presentation of a five-year service award to Jose Benavides of the Parks and Recreation Department.
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BACKGROUND:
In 2019, Jose joined the Parks and Recreation Department as a maintenance worker, displaying a commitment to learning and excelling. Initially assigned to the mowing crew, he quickly mastered mowing operations, including trimming, edging, and irrigation system inspection and repair.
DISCUSSION:
Jose's extensive equipment knowledge led to his promotion to Equipment Operator 1. In this role, he operated heavy machinery efficiently, prioritizing safety. He also shared his expertise by teaching others equipment operation techniques.
His dedication and eagerness to learn made him a valuable team member. Recognizing his potential, he was promoted to Equipment Operator 2, assuming leadership responsibilities and embracing challenges enthusiastically. He effectively led crews in various projects, ensuring a thorough understanding of tasks and willingly embracing new methodologies.
Advancing further, Jose became a crew leader, guiding, instructing, and motivating peers to excel. His dedication and strong work ethic set high standards, inspiring others to strive for greatness and making him invaluable to the Parks and Recreation Department.
Additionally, Jose has made significant contributions to various projects, including the dog park construction, volleyball court construction, Oran Good Turf construction, and Joya construction.
Outside of work, he cherishes quality time with his spouse, Becca, and their two sons, Joshua and Jaiden. He enjoys outdoor activities and cooking and takes great pleasure in coaching his sons' CFBBA little league baseball team.