Antonio Watkins
Martinsville,VA
Summary
Detailed groundskeeper cultivates and cares for grounds and landscaping surrounding properties or buildings. Physically fit and strong individual with outstanding physical stamina to handle work in both cold and hot weather. Deeply familiar with landscaping tools and equipment operations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Lawn Care Business Owner
Watkins Lawn Care & More
05.2023 - Current
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Conducted target market research to discover customer needs and analyze competitor trends.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
Diesel Mechanic
Hilltop Mulch Inc., Wirtz Va
08.2022 - 04.2023
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Inspected and adjusted brakes, steering systems and wheel bearings to address related issues.
- Documented findings and actions taken.
- Installed new systems and components in vehicles.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
Truck Driver
Faithful Carriers LLC
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
Education
Associate of Science - Diesel Mechanics
Southside Virginia Community College
Alberta, VA08.2016
High School Diploma -
Martinsville High School
Martinsville, VA06.2015
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Customer Service
- Business Planning
- Issue Resolution
- Attention to Detail
Timeline
Lawn Care Business Owner
Watkins Lawn Care & More
05.2023 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Hilltop Mulch Inc., Wirtz Va
08.2022 - 04.2023
Truck Driver
Faithful Carriers LLC
10.2021 - 07.2022
Associate of Science - Diesel Mechanics
Southside Virginia Community College
High School Diploma -
Martinsville High School