Alex Resto
Jewett City,CT
Summary
Dedicated landscape professional with a strong work ethic, previously at A&R, enhancing curb appeal through expert pruning and soil preparation. Proven ability to foster client relationships and ensure job site safety while operating heavy equipment. Committed to delivering high-quality landscape maintenance and collaborating effectively with team members to achieve project goals.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Worker
A&R
- 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.
- 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.
- Collaborated with clients to design visually appealing landscapes that met their aesthetic preferences and functional needs.
- Increased property value by creating inviting outdoor living spaces using a variety of hardscape materials.
- Improved plant health through proper pruning, fertilizing, and pest control techniques.
Sales Associate
AutoZone
06.2025 - Current
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
Maintenance Assistant
Apple Rehab
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Maintained safety conditions and standards in facility.
- Used and operated various types of tools such as power saws, sanders, grinders, forklifts, and basic hand tools.
- Cleaned and lubricated mechanical systems to keep machinery operating at peak performance.
- Enhanced workplace safety with regular inspections of tools and facilities, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Organized storage areas and tool rooms to keep areas safe and fully stocked.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts to restore equipment functionality.
- Upheld high cleanliness standards in common areas through regular custodial duties including sweeping, mopping, and trash removal.
- Performed regular maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems to support continuous operation.
- Conducted basic repairs to plumbing systems such as leaky faucets and clogged drains.
- Responded immediately to emergency repairs and other maintenance requests to minimize downtime.
- Circulated throughout facility weekly to identify light bulbs in need of replacement.
- Maintained a well-organized inventory of spare parts, streamlining the repair process for quicker turnaround times.
- Delivered comprehensive support to maintenance supervisor performing skilled repairs and kept continuous focus on safety and efficiency.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing tenant maintenance requests promptly and professionally.
- Addressed emergency situations effectively under pressure while adhering to established safety procedures.
- Inspected systems and equipment to identify unscheduled maintenance and repair needs.
- Utilized variety of power and hand tools to perform maintenance and repairs in accordance with safety requirements.
- Fostered a positive work environment through collaboration with colleagues across departments on facility improvement initiatives.
Loader and Unloader
Capstone
02.2015 - 09.2020
- Maintained workplace safety by adhering to company guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
- Enhanced loading efficiency by implementing proper lifting techniques and utilizing appropriate equipment.
- Reduced cargo damage by securely fastening and organizing items in accordance with shipment requirements.
- Picked, received and loaded orders using forklift or pallet jack and inspected and maintained warehouse machines.
- Improved customer satisfaction by skillfully handling fragile items during the loading and unloading process, minimizing breakage incidents.
- Facilitated smooth operations by closely collaborating with team members to coordinate loading and unloading processes.
- Increased warehouse organization by sorting incoming shipments and properly storing materials in designated locations.
- Supported warehouse team in maintaining clean workspaces, effectively reducing potential hazards and fostering a positive working atmosphere.
- Lifted and slid packages weighing up to Number pounds on conveyor belts to transport items.
- Demonstrated adaptability with cross-training in various warehouse roles, providing support where needed during busy periods.
- Performed routine inspections of loading equipment, ensuring its safe operation and reducing the risk of accidents or delays.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking products from storage shelves according to pick lists provided.
- Enhanced overall team performance by sharing knowledge and tips on efficient loading and unloading techniques with fellow employees.
- Collaborated with supervisors to address any discrepancies found during the verification process of incoming shipments.
- Consistently met performance targets by prioritizing high-priority shipments for faster turnaround times.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing best practices for safe and efficient loading.
- Bolstered inventory management, conducting regular stock checks and updating records.
- Expedited shipment process, accurately labeling and documenting items for shipping.
- Increased safety on job, adhering strictly to protocols during loading operations.
- Reduced damage to goods, carefully handling fragile items during loading and unloading.
Skills
- Seasonal maintenance
- Heavy equipment operation
- Pest control
- Irrigation systems
- Tool maintenance
- Tree planting
- Soil preparation
- Lawn aeration
- Chemical handling
- Pruning techniques
- Snow removal
- Garden bed edging
- Organic landscaping
- Garden design
- Composting techniques
- Weed management
- Pathway construction
- Drainage solutions
- Flower planting
- Strong work ethic
- Heavy lifting
- Equipment maintenance
- Responsible and punctual
- Landscape equipment operation
- Landscape maintenance
- Lawn care
- Debris removal
- Weeding and edging
- Residential landscaping
- Team collaboration
- Lawn and grounds maintenance
- Grounds maintenance
- Flexible and adaptable
- Physically fit
- Hand tool proficiency
- Jobsite safety
- Customer service
- Debris collection
- Power tool usage
- Trimming skills
- Weather tolerance
- Safe chemical handling
- Employee supervision
- Quality assurance
- Language fluency
- Commercial landscaping
- Logistics
- State Driver's license
- Verbal and written communication
- Trimming experience
- Shrub trimming
- Landscape equipment knowledge
- Deadline driven
- Vehicle cleaning
- Hedge cutting
- Site cleaning and organization
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Sales Associate
AutoZone
06.2025 - Current
Maintenance Assistant
Apple Rehab
06.2024 - 12.2024
Loader and Unloader
Capstone
02.2015 - 09.2020
Landscape Worker
A&R