Benjamin Jope
East Freetown,Massachusetts
Summary
Motivated business professional bringing 4 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members. Astute Business Owner experienced in operations management, competitive analysis and financial management. Demonstrated success in growth and innovation. Capitalized on new trends and technologies to boost business initiatives and reach sales objectives. Hardworking professional with impressive skills in horticulture and landscaping. Committed to worksite safety and client satisfaction. Well-versed in operating equipment to plant, trim and protect customer greenery and produce attractive, long-lasting displays.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lawn Care Business Owner
Grass Gone Wild Landscaping
06.2019 - 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.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- 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.
Summer Intern BCC
Grass Gone Wild Landscaping
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Answered phones, provided information and took messages.
- Worked doing daily tasks given
- Planted and pruned trees
- tree health assessments
- used organic lawn treatments
General Labor Worker
Lakeville DPW
06.2019 - 09.2022
- Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment, and tools.
- Worked fast to complete tasks and meet daily deadlines.
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
- Cleaned and straightened work areas to maximize productivity and safety.
- Operated equipment and machinery safely to prevent accidents.
- Identified defective products or machinery and reported to supervisor.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Adhered to company policies, safety procedures, and performance standards.
Education
Associate of Science - Sustainable Agriculture
Bristol Community College
Fall River, MA2023
High School Diploma -
Homeschooled
East Freetown, MA05.2019
Skills
- Consulting
- Project Oversight
- Plant Selection and Care Advising
- Business Presentations
- Balanced Work Ethic
- Team Collaboration and Cooperation
- Issue Resolution
- Driven and Determined
- Contractor Management
- Trimming and Edging
- Operations Management
- Bookkeeping
- Lawn Care
- Equipment Management
- Basic Repairs
- Business Marketing
- Team Leadership
Certification
- Licensed Massachusetts hoisting operator - Current
Tree climbing
I have been Tree climbing for about a year now and plan on getting my certification as well as complete my arborist training.
Timeline
Summer Intern BCC
Grass Gone Wild Landscaping
05.2023 - 08.2023
Lawn Care Business Owner
Grass Gone Wild Landscaping
06.2019 - Current
General Labor Worker
Lakeville DPW
06.2019 - 09.2022
Associate of Science - Sustainable Agriculture
Bristol Community College
High School Diploma -
Homeschooled
- Licensed Massachusetts hoisting operator - Current
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