Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Hardworking Landscaper with many years of industry experience. Conducts daily rounds of planters, shrubs, bushes, plants, and flowers to maintain weed-free and neatly trimmed grounds. Safely operates commercial grade landscaping equipment to upkeep plant material and other landscaping elements.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Foreman
Johnsons landscaping Co. LLC ( self employed)
Damascus, MD
12.2010 - Current
Managed planting, mulching, and edging of all landscape areas.
Organized and scheduled crews for efficient completion of projects.
Identified potential problems that could arise from existing landscape features and proposed solutions accordingly.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
Created plans for new landscape designs based on customer needs.
Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
Supervised day laborers in completing large landscaping projects.
Maintained accurate records on labor hours, material costs, and job progress.
Supervised crews during all phases of construction activities related to landscaping projects.
Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
Performed preventative maintenance to keep equipment in excellent working condition.
Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
Driver Helper
UPS
Frederick, MD
11.2015 - 02.2016
Ensured that all deliveries were made on time and within specified deadlines.
Assisted with the unloading of customer orders in a timely manner.
Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.
Landscape Groundskeeper
City of Gaithersburg
Gaithersburg, MD
07.2006 - 10.2007
Operated tractors, trenchers, blowers, edgers and aerators as needed.
Performed preventive maintenance and sharpened blades, keeping landscaping equipment in working order.
Forklift Operator
Gaithersburg Equipment Co.
Gaithersburg, Maryland
08.2004 - 04.2006
Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
Weighed materials or products to record data on tags or labels.
Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.