Adam Slone
Ironton,OH
Summary
Hardworking Landscaper with many 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. Focused Lawn Care Technician offers outstanding communication and time management abilities. Safely operates and manipulates light-powered equipment and mechanical hand tools to complete landscaping tasks. 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 several jobs per week.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Landscaping Crew Leader
DRH Landscaping
Ashland, KY
04.2023 - 09.2024
- Scheduled and supervised crew members to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Developed and maintained landscaping plans for residential and commercial properties.
- Ensured proper use of equipment, tools, and materials for each job.
- Provided guidance on proper techniques for planting, mulching, pruning, mowing, edging, trimming.
- Inspected completed work to ensure quality standards were met or exceeded.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries and complaints regarding landscaping services.
- Collaborated with clients to design attractive outdoor spaces according to their specifications.
- Adhered to all applicable laws governing landscape maintenance operations.
- Regularly inspected tools and equipment used by crew members for signs of damage or wear.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Picked and chose new shrubs and plants according to bedding and sunlight.
- Trimmed shrubbery and trees to help plants produce more flowers and fruit to benefit wildlife.
- Applied mulch and burlap coverings to bushes and trees for winter.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
- Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
- Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
Flooring Installer
Hurley's Happy Floors
Nashville, TN
03.2014 - 11.2015
- Measured and cut flooring materials to fit the dimensions of each room.
- Installed carpet, tile, laminate, and hardwood flooring in residential and commercial settings.
- Performed minor repairs to existing floors before installation process began.
- Prepared surfaces for installation by cleaning and leveling them.
- Applied adhesives to subfloors prior to laying down new flooring material.
- Worked with a variety of tools including saws, hammers, drills, screwdrivers.
- Removed old flooring materials such as carpets or tiles when necessary.
- Inspected rooms for any obstacles that could interfere with installation process.
- Ensured proper alignment of boards during installation process.
- Created custom cuts for around pipes or other objects in the room.
- Checked finished installations for accuracy and quality assurance purposes.
- Provided advice on which type of flooring would best suit customer's needs.
- Maintained clean work areas throughout project duration.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with supplies needed for job sites.
- Organized supplies into appropriate containers prior to beginning projects.
- Followed safety protocols while operating power tools or hazardous materials.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding progress updates and potential issues.
- Resolved customer complaints related to flooring installations promptly.
Class F Endorsement Truck Driver
All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Nashville
Nashville, TN
02.2013 - 08.2014
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Followed regular schedule of pickups for individual customers and groups.
- Recorded expenses and maintained receipts.
- Responded quickly to customer complaints and gathered pertinent information to make educated decisions for remediation.
Education
GED -
Osceola High School
Seminole, FL07-2004
Skills
- Workplace Safety
- Irrigation Systems
- Landscape design
- Project Presentation
- Planting
- Lawn Care
- Commercial Landscaping
- Grounds Maintenance
- Jobsite Safety
- Residential Landscaping
- Customer Service
- Tree pruning
- Gardening knowledge
- Weeding and edging
- Equipment Maintenance
- Physically Fit
- Lawn and Grounds Maintenance
- Responsible and Punctual
- Hedge cutting
- Using hand tools
- Cultivating soil
- Strong Work Ethic
- Site cleaning and organization
- Sod Laying
- Plant Knowledge
- Heavy Lifting
- Landscape equipment knowledge
- Seasonal Planting
- Mulching gardens
- Pruning skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Tree and Shrub Planting
- Hedge design
- Flower pruning and watering
- Landscape maintenance
- Trimming and edging flower beds
- Pesticide application
- Heavy machinery
Certification
- OSHA 10 Certified In Construction Safety And Health
- CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid Certification (adult, child, and infant)
Affiliations
- Very well organized with great time management skills
- Performed Outstanding, Professional work
- Great Customer Service Skills
Accomplishments
- maintenance crew leader for Landscaping (within 1 month of starting job)
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Landscaping Crew Leader
DRH Landscaping
04.2023 - 09.2024
Flooring Installer
Hurley's Happy Floors
03.2014 - 11.2015
Class F Endorsement Truck Driver
All My Sons Moving & Storage Of Nashville
02.2013 - 08.2014
GED -
Osceola High School
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