Alexander Branz
Mukwonago,WI
Summary
Experienced Landscaper with solid background in designing, creating and maintaining green spaces. Strengths include plant knowledge, landscape design and creativity skills along with strong work ethic. Notable impact in previous roles includes improved aesthetic appeal of properties and increased satisfaction among clients.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaper
Createscape Landscaping Services
Mukwonago, WI
06.2024 - 09.2024
- Cutting grass and edging/clean up
- Pond building
- Working 50-55 hour weeks all summer
- Working different jobs everyday
- Pruning
- Lifting heavy rocks
- Mulching
- Weeding
- Working in sun for long hours
- Painting
- Provided proper upkeep of planters, paved areas or other grounds features.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Installed water features such as fountains and sprinkler systems.
- Set support stakes and attached wires from planted trees.
- Advised customers on plant, flower or shrubbery care.
- Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
- Performed erosion control measures to protect landscape features and surrounding areas.
- Provided customer service, addressing client concerns and ensuring satisfaction with completed projects.
- 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.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Laid sod on prepared surfaces for a finished look of the landscape design.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
- Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
- Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
- Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
Food Service Worker
McDonald's
Mukwonago, WI
06.2022 - 05.2024
- Followed food safety regulations pertaining to sanitation, food handling and storage.
- Wiped down tables and removed trash and dirty plates to provide clean, welcoming dining environment.
- Stocked supplies such as food, dishes, utensils, and cleaning materials.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Monitored inventory to keep adequate stock of food items and supplies.
- Prepared beverages such as coffee, tea, soda.
- Replenished condiments at customer tables as needed.
- Assembled and served meals according to specific guest requirements.
- Packaged and bagged cooked food and prepared items.
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
Gardener
Garden Mart
Mukwonago, WI
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Harvested fruits and vegetables from the garden when ripe.
- Monitored the health of plants in order to identify any problems with pests or diseases.
- Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
- Weeded beds by hand or with a hoe and rake to remove unwanted plant species from the garden.
- Pruned trees and shrubs to encourage healthy growth and shape the landscape aesthetically.
- Built or maintained greenhouses, fences or benches,
- Coordinated with clients to understand their vision and provide guidance on garden design and care.
- Fertilized, cultivated, and weeded soil to deliver steady supply of nutrients to plants.
- Built raised beds for vegetable gardens using timber sleepers or bricks.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Educated clients and community members on sustainable gardening practices and environmental stewardship.
- Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.
- Performed transplanting, cultivating, trimming, fertilization and pruning tasks.
Education
Still in Highschool -
High School
Mukwonago, WI05-2026
Skills
- Working long hours and showing up to work everyday on time
- Lifting heavy stones/trees
- Good with customers
- Willing to work hard for my paycheck
- Flexible schedule
- Operating machine equipment
- Yard mowing
Timeline
Landscaper
Createscape Landscaping Services
06.2024 - 09.2024
Gardener
Garden Mart
03.2023 - 09.2023
Food Service Worker
McDonald's
06.2022 - 05.2024
Still in Highschool -
High School