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Ahmad Smith

Miami

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. 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. Skilled in landscaping and groundskeeping with experience in maintaining various outdoor spaces. Possess strong knowledge of plant care, landscape design, and maintenance techniques. Demonstrated ability to operate and maintain landscaping equipment safely and efficiently. Made significant improvements in lawn health and visual appeal through strategic landscaping interventions.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Landscaper

Dr. Clean Cutz
Miami
03.2017 - 01.2025
  • Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
  • Provided knowledgeable advice about plant selection for customers' landscapes.
  • Planned and designed landscaping projects to meet customer needs and preferences.
  • Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
  • Laid sod on prepared surfaces for a finished look of the landscape design.
  • Operated machinery such as bobcats or tractors when necessary.
  • Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
  • Installed water features such as fountains and sprinkler systems.
  • Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
  • Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
  • Applied mulch and burlap coverings to bushes and trees for winter.
  • Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
  • Assisted in budgeting and quoting landscaping projects, including labor, materials, and timelines.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
  • Built pergolas, retaining walls, decks, and large, and small scale water features to enhance grounds.
  • Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
  • Winterized irrigation systems and restarted systems in spring.
  • Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.

Foreman

Excellent Moving And Storage
Miami
02.2011 - 11.2017
  • Scheduled staff shifts based on project needs and availability.
  • Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
  • Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
  • Created detailed reports on job progress and submitted them to management on time.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve team productivity.
  • Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
  • Organized meetings with clients to discuss project specifications and expectations.
  • Monitored compliance with local building codes and regulations.
  • Communicated regularly with subcontractors regarding project timelines.
  • Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.
  • Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

Forklift Operator

Associated Grocers Inc.
Miami
04.2005 - 07.2009
  • Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
  • Organized warehouse shelves and racks for efficient retrieval during order fulfillment process.
  • Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
  • Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
  • Checked expiration dates on products prior to stocking shelves or shipping out orders.
  • Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
  • Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
  • Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
  • Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
  • Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
  • Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
  • Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
  • Visually assessed materials for conformance to quality standards and shipping orders, removing nonconforming products and reporting for further action.
  • Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA
05-2006

Skills

  • Landscape design
  • Plant selection
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Irrigation installation
  • Project management
  • Customer service
  • Work area organization
  • Creative problem solving
  • Employee training
  • Residential landscaping
  • Planting flowers and bushes
  • Tree removal

Certification

  • Forklift operational license
  • Business management

Timeline

Landscaper

Dr. Clean Cutz
03.2017 - 01.2025

Foreman

Excellent Moving And Storage
02.2011 - 11.2017

Forklift Operator

Associated Grocers Inc.
04.2005 - 07.2009

High School Diploma -

Penn Foster Career School

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