Our new Facilities Foreman is a familiar face.
Donta Smith, who has been part of the Port of Palm Beach maintenance team for three years, is bringing a wealth of experience and dedication to his new role.
Donta's decision to apply for the Facilities Foreman position was driven by his confidence in his abilities and his alignment with the port's leadership team.
"I see and understand the vision and the direction that our executive Director Michael Meekins is taking the Port of Palm Beach and I want to be a part of helping complete that vision," Donta said.
With 15 and a half years of federal law enforcement experience, primarily in aviation, Donta's career was inspired by the events of 9/11.
His prior service also includes eight years with the Palm Beach County Parks & Recreation Division, where he held various positions, including in the role of North County Division Crew Chief.
Outside of his professional life, Donta has been married to his wife, April Smith, for 29 years. April has been a devoted travel nurse for over 12 years, reflecting the family's commitment to service. They have a 25-year-old son, Tyrell Smith, who graduated from Northwestern University with a bachelor's degree in criminal justice and recently completed fire academy training. Tyrell aspires to join the Palm Beach County Fire Rescue team, continuing the family's legacy of dedication to community service.