Brandon Gross
Toutle
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lawn Care Technician
B&B Landscaping Services, Inc.
Kelso
07.2021 - Current
- Operated lawn care equipment for efficient turf maintenance.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections of lawns for pest and weed issues.
- Collaborated with team members to complete landscaping projects on schedule.
- Educated clients on proper lawn care techniques and practices.
- Maintained equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Utilized hand tools for precise edging and trimming of lawns and gardens.
- Conducted yard maintenance tasks according to contract and to meet customer satisfaction.
- Utilized power tools such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, and edgers.
- Applied fertilizers and herbicides to lawns according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Inspected properties for weeds, pests, diseases, and other issues that could affect the health of grass or plants.
- Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
- Adhered to safety protocols when handling hazardous materials.
- Relayed new customer opportunities to management to follow up with sales.
- Fertilized and mulched flower beds for healthy and attractive plants.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Consulted with clients to recommend lawn care practices and treatments for lawn improvement.
Hardscaper
Leo's Landscaping
Castle Rock
05.2018 - 05.2021
- Operated heavy machinery to prepare sites for landscaping projects.
- Installed various hardscape features including patios, walkways, and retaining walls.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and proper installation techniques.
- Resolved onsite issues quickly to maintain workflow and project integrity.
- Excavated and leveled soil in preparation for hardscape installation.
- Utilized power tools including drills, saws, hammers when needed for projects.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of trucks carrying supplies.
- Accurately measured and cut pavers using a masonry saw.
- Ensured job sites were clean at all times by removing debris daily.
- Prepared sub-base of crushed stone or gravel with compaction equipment.
- Provided excellent customer service through regular communication with clients throughout project timeline.
- Mixed mortar for laying bricks and stones with trowels or cement guns.
- Built steps and stairs with brick paver materials.
- Applied sealant to newly installed hardscapes to protect from weathering or staining.
- Placed sand between the joints of pavers to ensure proper drainage.
- Incorporated landscaping features such as waterfalls, ponds, fountains into hardscape designs.
- Assembled pre-fabricated structures such as pergolas or gazebos according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines were met efficiently.
- Assisted in the design layout of hardscape projects based on client specifications.
Education
Lower Columbia College CEO
Longview, WASkills
- Equipment maintenance
- Mechanically inclined
- Safety protocol adherence
- Effective communication
- Quality control
- Weather tolerance
- Responsible and punctual
- Strong work ethic
- Flexible and adaptable
- Heavy lifting
Timeline
Lawn Care Technician
B&B Landscaping Services, Inc.
07.2021 - Current
Hardscaper
Leo's Landscaping
05.2018 - 05.2021
Lower Columbia College CEO