Brett Tobin
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Qualified landscape professional with industry experience and a strong educational foundation in turf and landscape management. Combines technical industry knowledge, customer service and sales experience to provide informed equipment solutions and build lasting customer relationships.
Overview
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Compact Construction and Turf Sales
Van Wall Equipment
Perry, USA
08.2024 - Current
- Sold compact construction and turf equipment throughout Central Iowa, building customer relationships and identifying tailored equipment solutions.
- Coordinated and conducted customer equipment demonstrations by delivering equipment directly to job sites for hands-on experience.
- Facilitated equipment financing options to assist customers in navigating the sales process and completing transactions.
- Maintained product and industry knowledge to effectively recommend equipment and provide informed solutions to customers
Turf and Small Ag Sales
Platte Valley Equipment
Fremont, USA
10.2022 - 08.2024
- Utilized John Deere Financial to secure over 1.7 million in equipment sales in 2023, enhancing customer purchase options
- Managed turf equipment sales as the primary point of contact across four Platte Valley locations
- Sold compact turf equipment across eastern Nebraska, directly engaging customers from Lincoln to South Sioux City
Turf Service Sales Representative
AGRILAND FS
Des Moines, USA
02.2021 - 10.2022
- Consulted with homeowners and business owners to deliver customized fertilization and weed control solutions, enhancing turf and landscape health
- Provided post-sale support to ensure customer satisfaction and effective equipment operation, fostering positive customer experiences
- Assisted walk-in customers with selecting fertilizer and chemical products, improving their purchasing decisions
Building and Grounds Assistant
Signature Commercial Real Estate
West Des Moines, USA
11.2016 - 02.2021
- Led mowing crew for commercial properties, overseeing daily operations to maintain quality standards
- Managed snow removal operations with company truck and skid loader, ensuring safe access to commercial properties during winter weather
- Functioned as the primary chemical applicator for turf and landscape areas, applying products with safety, accuracy, and effectiveness.
Crew leader
RJ Lawncare
Waukee, USA
06.2016 - 11.2016
- Led crew responsible for more than 40 properties
- Serviced and maintained fleet of commercial mowers and handheld equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability
- Contributed to turf management at VSA Soccer Academy to enhance field quality
Intern
Bonita Bay Club
Bonita Springs, USA
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Completed golf course maintenance internship, gaining practical experience in turf management and course maintenance projects
- Operated and maintained equipment fleet for daily golf course maintenance and construction activities
- Acquired knowledge of chemical applications and turf management practices for optimal golf course health
Education
Associate of Science - Horticulture
Des Moines Area Community College
Des Moines, IAAssociate of Arts -
Southeast Community College
Lincoln, NESkills
- Compact Equipment Operation
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Equipment Sales
- Mowing
- Snow Plowing
- Lawn Care
- Landscaping
- Horticulture
- Gardening
- Tree trimming
- Groundskeeping
- Property Management
- Excel proficiency
- Office suite skills
- Computer skills
- Customer service
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Landscape equipment operation
Certification
- Iowa CDL, 09/01/24, Present
- Iowa 3-OT spray license
- Spraying License
- Pesticide Applicator's License
Willing To Relocate
- Denver, CO
- Des Moines, IA
- Omaha, NE
Timeline
Compact Construction and Turf Sales
Van Wall Equipment
08.2024 - Current
Turf and Small Ag Sales
Platte Valley Equipment
10.2022 - 08.2024
Turf Service Sales Representative
AGRILAND FS
02.2021 - 10.2022
Building and Grounds Assistant
Signature Commercial Real Estate
11.2016 - 02.2021
Crew leader
RJ Lawncare
06.2016 - 11.2016
Intern
Bonita Bay Club
05.2015 - 08.2015
Associate of Science - Horticulture
Des Moines Area Community College
Associate of Arts -
Southeast Community College