Aaron Kohtz

• Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
• Maintained clean worksites throughout projects by removing debris, trimming overgrown plants, and keeping tools organized.
• Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
• Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
• Enhanced curb appeal by maintaining and improving landscape features such as lawns, gardens, and walkways.
• Applied mulch and other soil amendments to improve plant growth conditions while also controlling weeds and retaining moisture levels.
• Developed strong client relationships by addressing concerns or requests promptly and providing excellent customer service throughout projects.
• Installed sod, seeded lawns, or hydroseeded areas for new turf establishment or lawn repair purposes.
• Contributed to team efficiency by effectively communicating project updates and collaborating on task assignments.
• Ensured safety on job sites by following proper procedures for operating power tools and heavy equipment.
• Elevated overall landscape appearance using a variety of hand and power tools for trimming, shaping, and pruning trees, shrubs, and hedges.
• Preserved client satisfaction with timely completion of tasks according to specifications outlined in contracts or work orders.
• Prepared planting beds for new installations with proper soil preparation techniques including tilling, amending soil composition if needed, grading surfaces level before planting began.
• Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance for long-term functionality.
• Supported team members in completing tasks efficiently by sharing expertise on plant care, landscape design principles, and best practices for maintaining healthy landscapes.
• Performed routine maintenance on equipment such as changing oil filters, sharpening blades, or replacing worn parts to ensure optimal performance during projects.
• Improved plant health through proper pruning, fertilizing, and pest control techniques.
• Assisted in designing seasonal displays using annuals, perennials, shrubs, trees, or potted plants for added visual interest throughout the year.
• Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees, and bushes.
• Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers.
• Collected and removed debris at job sites.
• Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
• Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
• Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts, and wheelbarrows.
• Edged and mowed lawns, flowerbeds and landscape features.
• Performed weekly groundskeeping and building maintenance for multiple satisfied customers.
• Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
• Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
• Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
• Maintained commercial and residential landscapes with comprehensive and diverse team.
• Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
• Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
• Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
• Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
• Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
• Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
• Coordinated with other landscaping professionals to improve outdoor areas.
• Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
• Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
• Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
• Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
• Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
• Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
• Collaborated with gardeners to plan and design outdoor spaces.

Worked for Polo’s Lawn Service since I moved to Bloomington, Il. It is a family owned business my father-in- law started. This job got me started on my career in landscaping. As listed on my job description for Greenview will be the same job description for this job as well. I currently still work part time when needed.