Blake Catlin
Dinwiddie,VA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Seasoned driver possessing exemplary safety record and in-depth knowledge of DOT regulations. Skilled in navigating long-haul routes, safely loading and unloading cargo. Committed to providing excellent customer service and delivering freight on time. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Grass Cutter
Kira
06.2022 - Current
- Operated lawn maintenance equipment and tools such as mowers, edgers and leaf blowers.
- Ensured safe working conditions by keeping equipment well-maintained and adhering to safety protocols during operations.
- Managed time efficiently by prioritizing tasks based on factors such as weather conditions or client deadlines.
- Improved property aesthetics with careful trimming around trees, flowerbeds, walkways, and other landscape features.
- Removed trash and debris before and after mowing for safe and clean work site.
- Enhanced lawn quality by implementing effective cutting techniques and proper maintenance practices.
Yard Maintenance Worker
Randy Capel
01.2022 - Current
- Operated various yard maintenance equipment including lawn mowers, hedge trimmers, and leaf blowers effectively.
- Collected and removed debris at job sites.
- Checked equipment for safety and functionality before operating.
- Enhanced property appearance by performing regular yard maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, and edging.
- Contributed to a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies while operating machinery or handling chemicals.
- Fostered positive relationships with clients by providing exceptional customer service, leading to repeat business and referrals.
- Consistently met client expectations with timely completion of all assigned tasks and clear communication.
- Reduced safety hazards through prompt removal of debris, leaves, and snow from walkways and driveways.
- Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction by addressing any concerns or issues promptly and professionally.
- Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Performed seasonal pruning to promote tree health and maintain desired shapes for shrubs and hedges.
- Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
- Increased efficiency with routine equipment inspections, cleaning, sharpening tools, ensuring minimal downtime due to malfunctions or repairs.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
Farm Hand
Catlin Family Farms
11.2020 - Current
- Assisted in the construction or repair of fences, barns, sheds, or other infrastructure necessary for successful farm operation.
- Loaded and unloaded farm supplies and materials and stored in correct barn location.
- Maintained and repaired fences, buildings and other farm structures as part of groundskeeping duties.
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Carried out daily farm tasks such as feeding animals, milking cows, and cleaning pens to ensure animal health and welfare.
- Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix.
- Performed regular maintenance to keep farm equipment in safe working order.
- Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
- Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
- Replaced animal's hay and water regularly while watching animals for changes in behavior or demeanor.
- Supported successful harvests through diligent planting, weeding, and pruning efforts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Guardian Christian Academy
Chesterfield, VA05.2024
Skills
- Chainsaw Operation
- Workplace Safety
- Power Tool Usage
- Hand-tool proficiency
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Pressure Washing
- Debris Removal
- First Aid Training
- Hedge Trimming
- Mulching practices
- Snow Removal
- Yard Clean-Up
- Landscaping Material Handling
- Jobsite Safety
- Team Collaboration
- Pruning and hedging
- Strong Work Ethic
- Customer Service
- Using hand tools
- Responsible and Punctual
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Lawn Care
- Landscape maintenance
- Heavy Lifting
- Landscape equipment operation
- Maintaining equipment
- Trimming and weeding
- Weeding and edging
- Physically Fit
- Weather Tolerance
- Weeding gardens
- Machine Safety Practices
- Equipment Maintenance
- Relationship Building
- Safe Driving Practices
- Hook and Chain Towing
- Equipment Inspection
- Basic Mechanical Skills
- Vehicle Inspection
- Safety Management
- Vehicle maintenance and repair
- Organization and Planning
- Material Loading and Unloading
- Load Inspection
- Tractor maintenance
- Battery Recharging
- Repairing tires
- Safe Moving Operations
References
Catlin Family Farms
Rick Catlin (804) 641-0364
or
Teresa Catlin (804) 641-0363
Randy Capel (804) 833-3776
Kira (210) 445-0945
Timeline
Grass Cutter
Kira
06.2022 - Current
Yard Maintenance Worker
Randy Capel
01.2022 - Current
Farm Hand
Catlin Family Farms
11.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Guardian Christian Academy
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