Travis Pennington
Hardyville
Summary
Dependable outdoor professional with experience in aquatic management, property maintenance, construction, and equipment operation. Skilled at working independently, maintaining equipment, and performing physical outdoor work in all conditions. Known for reliability, problem-solving, and taking pride in maintaining clean and well-kept properties.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aquatic Biologist
Aquatic Control – Kentucky Region
KY
01.2021 - Current
- Manage lakes and ponds through aquatic vegetation control and water quality management
- Operate boats, sprayers, and specialized aquatic management equipment
- Perform shoreline maintenance and maintain access points around water bodies
- Monitor lake conditions and implement treatment programs
- Maintain and troubleshoot equipment used for aquatic management
- Work independently in outdoor environments and maintain professional client relationships
Tow Truck Driver
Alvey’s Towing & Recovery – Horse Cave, KY
Horse Cave, KY
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Responded to roadside service and accident recovery calls
- Safely operated tow trucks and recovery equipment
- Performed tire changes, lockouts, and minor mechanical repairs
- Recovered wrecked or disabled vehicles and cleared roadways quickly and safely
- Followed DOT safety guidelines and procedures
Laborer / Equipment Operator
Ramsey & Associates – Elizabethtown, KY
Elizabethtown, KY
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Worked on commercial construction projects including concrete forming and finishing
- Built and dismantled forms, poured and finished concrete, and performed site cleanup
- Operated various construction equipment
- Assisted with carpentry and site preparation tasks
Laborer / Forklift Operator
S&S Construction – Horse Cave, KY
Horse Cave, KY
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Performed general construction labor and material handling
- Operated lull forklift for lifting and transporting materials on job sites
- Assisted with site preparation and construction support tasks
Machine Operator / Maintenance Technician
Magna-Tech Manufacturing – Glasgow, KY
Glasgow, KY
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Operated manufacturing machinery and maintained production equipment
- Performed preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment
- Trained new employees and assisted with lead responsibilities
- Worked as technician for ABB robotic equipment
Education
High School Diploma -
Hart County High School
Skills
- Grounds maintenance
- Equipment operation
- Forklift and lull operation
- Boat and sprayer operation
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Vehicle maintenance
- Welding
- Concrete forming and finishing
- Materials handling
- Outdoor labor and site maintenance
Certification
- Aquatic Pesticide License (Kentucky, Indiana, and Tennessee)
Timeline
Aquatic Biologist
Aquatic Control – Kentucky Region
01.2021 - Current
Tow Truck Driver
Alvey’s Towing & Recovery – Horse Cave, KY
01.2020 - 01.2021
Laborer / Equipment Operator
Ramsey & Associates – Elizabethtown, KY
01.2019 - 01.2021
Laborer / Forklift Operator
S&S Construction – Horse Cave, KY
01.2019 - 01.2020
Machine Operator / Maintenance Technician
Magna-Tech Manufacturing – Glasgow, KY
01.2016 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Hart County High School