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Adam Boyd

Iron Station,NC

Summary

Creative Landscaper willing to handle various landscaping duties in all weather conditions. Uses high degree of dexterity when handling tools and equipment. Works for sustained periods of time maintaining concentrated attention to detail.

Completed efficient, high-quality landscaping work for business, residential and institutional customers. Maintained cost-effective operations and achieved high satisfaction ratings. Background includes working alone or with crew members to perform over jobs.

Hardworking Landscaper with over 15 years of industry experience. Conducts daily rounds of planters, shrubs, bushes, plants and flowers to maintain weed-free and neatly trimmed grounds. Safely operates commercial grade landscaping equipment to upkeep plant material and other landscaping elements.

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Experienced firefighter with 7 years as a certified firefighter. Recently gained my EMT and TR certifications this past year.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Firefighter

City of Newton
Newton, NC
03.2024 - Current

Responds to fire calls; operates fire apparatus and related equipment;

Assists with and provides basic life support and medical care as needed;

Performs medical and technical rescue skills;

May be required to respond when off duty;

Provides extrication and basic rescue as needed;

Responds to hazardous materials incidents;

Performs preventative maintenance on fire hydrants;

Cleans and maintains fire station and equipment;

Performs back up duties of interdepartmental positions such as fire engineer;

Maintains reasonable and predictable attendance;

Performs related tasks as required.

Landscaping Specialist

Cornerstone Landscaping and Lawn Care LLC
Sherrills Ford, NC
07.2021 - 01.2024
  • Maintained landscaping equipment and tools, including mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, pruners and shovels.
  • Organized and prepared soil beds for planting flowers, trees and shrubs.
  • Set up irrigation systems to ensure proper watering of plants and turf
  • Installed pine needles mulch fertilizer and grass seed
  • Sprayed herbicide chemicals for broadleaf weeds and applied fungicides
  • Maintained equipment upkeep and ensured proper cleaning

Landscape Foreman

Carolina Land Professionals
Stanley , NC
10.2018 - 07.2021
  • Managed planting, mulching, and edging of all landscape areas.
  • Organized and scheduled crews for efficient completion of projects.
  • Provided direction to crew members to ensure safety regulations were followed.
  • Installed and trouble shooting for landscape lighting. Troubleshooting and repaired irrigation systems for proper operation.
  • Set up and shut down irrigation systems for turf areas and ornamental plant beds.
  • Installed trees, plants and perineal flowers throughout the year.
  • Sprayed herbicide chemicals and fungicides.
  • Applied seed and fertilizer during fall aerations.

Mowing Crew Leader

American Lawn and Landscape
Sherrills Ford, NC
02.2017 - 10.2018
  • Assigned and supervised tasks to mowing crew members.
  • Organized daily work schedules for the team.
  • Trained new employees in the proper use of equipment and safety protocols.

Landscaping Crew Member

The Loving Group
Charlotte , NC
10.2016 - 02.2017
  • Installed sod, seed, mulch in designated areas to ensure proper growth conditions were met.
  • Worked collaboratively with coworkers in order to complete projects efficiently and accurately within set timeframe.
  • Assisted with loading and unloading trucks with materials needed for jobsite activities.
  • Cleaned up job sites after completing assigned tasks ensuring all debris was removed from premises.

Landscape Foreman

Lkn Turf LLC
Denver , NC
05.2016 - 10.2016
  • Managed planting, mulching, and edging of all landscape areas.
  • Organized and scheduled crews for efficient completion of projects.
  • Provided direction to crew members to ensure safety regulations were followed.
  • Assisted in the selection of plants, shrubs, trees, and other materials for landscaping projects.
  • Ensured proper maintenance of equipment and tools used by crews.
  • Maintained accurate records on labor hours, material costs, and job progress.
  • Ordered supplies needed for various landscaping tasks as required.
  • Supervised crews during all phases of construction activities related to landscaping projects.
  • Monitored daily work schedules to ensure timely completion of jobs within budget parameters.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining excellent customer service relations.

Mowing Crew Leader

A. Goodman Landscaping
Mooresville, NC
01.2015 - 05.2016
  • Assigned and supervised tasks to mowing crew members.
  • Organized daily work schedules for the team.
  • Trained new employees in the proper use of equipment and safety protocols.
  • Maintained records of completed work, timesheets, and inventory.
  • Performed minor repairs on equipment when necessary.
  • Managed customer complaints in a professional manner.
  • Coordinated with vendors for supplies such as fuel, lubricants.
  • Organized weekly meetings with the mowing crews to discuss assignments.
  • Planned routes for maximum efficiency while minimizing travel time.
  • Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
  • Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.

2nd Pressman

Itek Graphics
Charlotte , NC
02.2013 - 01.2015
  • Set-up, adjust and maintain 2nd press according to job specifications.
  • Perform regular maintenance on the press such as cleaning and lubricating parts.
  • Adjust ink fountain keys and roller pressure for proper printing.
  • Monitor quality of printed material during production run.
  • Inspect finished product for accuracy in color, size and registration.
  • Troubleshoot mechanical problems related to press operation.
  • Make necessary repairs or adjustments to ensure optimal performance of the press.
  • Load paper into feeder system ensuring proper sheet count and orientation before starting a job run.
  • Keep work area clean, organized and free from hazards at all times.
  • Assist with loading and unloading large rolls of paper from delivery trucks.
  • Operate auxiliary equipment such as folders, stitchers, cutters., when needed.

Landscape Foreman

Grassmaster Landscaping LLC
Mooresville, NC
04.2007 - 02.2013
  • Managed planting, mulching, and edging of all landscape areas.
  • Organized and scheduled crews for efficient completion of projects.
  • Provided direction to crew members to ensure safety regulations were followed.
  • Inspected landscapes after installation to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Assisted in the selection of plants, shrubs, trees, and other materials for landscaping projects.
  • Ensured proper maintenance of equipment and tools used by crews.
  • Maintained accurate records on labor hours, material costs, and job progress.
  • Supervised crews during all phases of construction activities related to landscaping projects.
  • Monitored daily work schedules to ensure timely completion of jobs within budget parameters.
  • Provided guidance to team members regarding proper techniques when performing various landscaping tasks.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining excellent customer service relations.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure successful completion of interrelated tasks necessary for completing projects.
  • Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
  • Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
  • Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
  • Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
  • Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.

Education

High School Diploma -

North Iredell High School
Olin, NC
05-2003

Skills

  • Landscape Design
  • Seasonal Planting
  • Pest Control
  • Client Communication
  • Erosion Control
  • Irrigation Systems
  • Lawn Care
  • Staff Management
  • Commercial Landscaping
  • Planting
  • Customer Service
  • Lawn Aeration
  • Hardscape Installation
  • Residential Landscaping
  • Grounds Maintenance
  • Chemical Application
  • Plant Knowledge
  • Maintaining Equipment
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Trimming and Edging Flower Beds
  • Using Hand Tools
  • Landscape Maintenance
  • Landscape Equipment Knowledge
  • Pruning Skills
  • Pesticide Applications
  • Cultivating Soil
  • Sod Laying
  • Lawn and Grounds Maintenance
  • Responsible and Punctual
  • Team Collaboration
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Physically Fit
  • Weather Tolerance
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Firefighting, rescue, and EMS techniques, practices, and standards
  • Fire suppression and prevention principles, procedures, techniques, and equipment
  • Handle stressful situations
  • Apply standard firefighting techniques to specific situations
  • Perform strenuous or peak physical efforts during emergency, non-emergency, and/or training activities for prolonged periods of time under conditions of extreme heights, intense heat, cold, and smoke
  • Communicate effectively, both verbally and written
  • Follow verbal and written instructions

Volunteer

  • Sherrills Ford Terrell Fire and Rescue 12/2016-4/2020

Timeline

Firefighter

City of Newton
03.2024 - Current

Landscaping Specialist

Cornerstone Landscaping and Lawn Care LLC
07.2021 - 01.2024

Landscape Foreman

Carolina Land Professionals
10.2018 - 07.2021

Mowing Crew Leader

American Lawn and Landscape
02.2017 - 10.2018

Landscaping Crew Member

The Loving Group
10.2016 - 02.2017

Landscape Foreman

Lkn Turf LLC
05.2016 - 10.2016

Mowing Crew Leader

A. Goodman Landscaping
01.2015 - 05.2016

2nd Pressman

Itek Graphics
02.2013 - 01.2015

Landscape Foreman

Grassmaster Landscaping LLC
04.2007 - 02.2013

High School Diploma -

North Iredell High School
Adam Boyd