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Austin Kmetz

Rock Tavern

Summary

Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Resourceful Landscape Foreman with a strong work ethic and proven ability to manage complex projects at Par 5 Landscaping. Skilled in operating heavy machinery and proficient in tree pruning, I excel in enhancing outdoor spaces while ensuring safety and efficiency. Recognized for exceptional time management and problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Landscape Foreman

Par 5 Landscaping
Washingtonville
05.2025 - Current
  • Managed planting, mulching, and edging of all landscape areas.
  • Provided direction to crew members to ensure safety regulations were followed.
  • Supervised crews during all phases of construction activities related to landscaping projects.
  • Built retaining walls, pavered walkways and patios, as well as installing the necessary draining systems that go along with them.
  • Delegated and assisted with tasks related to landscaping, lawn cultivation and tree pruning.
  • Performed preventative maintenance to keep equipment in excellent working condition.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
  • Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
  • Laid asphalt using a variety of tools such as tamper plates or hand tampers.

Business Owner

Patriot Landscaping of orange LLC
Rock Tavern
05.2020 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with all local laws and regulations related to the business operations.
  • Kept records for production, inventory, income, and expenses.
  • Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable and payroll.
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Performed seasonal activities, snow removal, landscaping and lawn mowing and applied fertilizer to plants and foliage.
  • Assisted in the selection of plants, shrubs, trees, and other materials for landscaping projects.
  • Installed rocks, mulch beds and other decorative elements to enhance the look of landscapes.
  • Identified potential problems that could arise from existing landscape features and proposed solutions accordingly.
  • Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
  • Created hardscapes such as patios, retaining walls, and walkways using bricks, concrete blocks, and pavers.
  • Performed seasonal activities, snow removal, landscaping and lawn mowing and applied fertilizer to plants and foliage.
  • Operated and maintained basic landscaping equipment and vehicles.

Service Crew Member

Moroney's Harley-Davidson
New Windsor
06.2018 - 12.2025
  • Washed and prepped motorcycles for sale.
  • Assisted service technicians with repairs.
  • Assembled new motorcycles, snowmobiles, ATVs, UTVs, and dirt bikes.

Education

High School Diploma -

John S. Burke Catholic High School
Goshen, NY
06-2022

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Self-motivated
  • mechanically inclined
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Transport and operate backhoe, excavator, skid steer
  • Proficient in the use of various hand and power tools
  • Tree pruning
  • Dump truck operation

Timeline

Landscape Foreman

Par 5 Landscaping
05.2025 - Current

Business Owner

Patriot Landscaping of orange LLC
05.2020 - Current

Service Crew Member

Moroney's Harley-Davidson
06.2018 - 12.2025

High School Diploma -

John S. Burke Catholic High School
Austin Kmetz