Carlos Contreras
Fremont,CA
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in landscape rejuvenation and maintenance, demonstrated at Sauced BBQ & Spirits. Skilled in pruning techniques and pest management, with a strong ability to adapt and overcome challenges. Fluent in Spanish, excelling in client relations and team collaboration, significantly enhancing workplace efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Route Driver
Canteen Vending
08.2022 - Current
- Received, counted and inspected inventory for delivery.
- Reduced vehicle downtime by promptly addressing maintenance issues, ensuring optimal performance throughout the workday.
- Assisted warehouse staff in inventory management, leading to better product availability for customers on assigned routes.
- Contributed to a positive workplace atmosphere by maintaining professionalism and courtesy when interacting with colleagues and supervisors alike.
- Maintained strong professional relationships with clients through effective communication and problem-solving skills.
Landscape and Maintenance
Sauced Bbq & Spirits
09.2020 - 08.2022
- Revitalized dull or overgrown landscapes by conducting thorough evaluations and implementing appropriate rejuvenation strategies.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Mulched gardens, placed sod, and adjusted soils to provide optimal growth potential.
- Minimized weed proliferation in landscaped areas through vigilant monitoring, manual removal, or targeted herbicide applications as needed.
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Performed fall and spring cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas.
- Utilized a variety of power tools safely, contributing to an accident-free workplace environment.
- Managed time effectively to ensure all assigned tasks were completed within designated schedules without sacrificing attention to detail or accuracy.
Golf Course Groundskeeper
Skywest Golf Course
05.2016 - 09.2020
- Repaired ground structures regularly, sticking to schedules, and meeting facility needs.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Maintained optimal course conditions for golfers through regular mowing, edging, and trimming of greens, tees, and fairways.
- Enhanced turf quality by implementing effective maintenance practices and providing appropriate nutrition.
- Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
Car Detailer/Service Porter
Mclaren San Francisco
01.2010 - 05.2016
- Washed, waxed, and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
- Ensured proper care for luxury and classic vehicles, utilizing specialized techniques and products designed specifically for these automobiles.
- Delivered consistent results while working independently on various makes/models/styles of cars within tight deadlines.
- Wiped down and polished interior and exterior surfaces.
- Inspected vehicles and equipment for visible damage.
- Utilized high-pressure washers to clean vehicles and equipment.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing specific concerns or requests during the detailing process.
- Communicated with coworkers and managers about completed duties.
Education
High School Diploma -
Newark Memorial High School
Newark, CA06-2009
Skills
- Seasonal maintenance experience
- Pruning Techniques
- Native Plant Knowledge
- Pest Management
- Knowledge/ awareness to chemicals or machinery being applied or operated in public
- Ability to adjust and overcome situations to complete job/tasks
- Fluent in Spanish
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Route Driver
Canteen Vending
08.2022 - Current
Landscape and Maintenance
Sauced Bbq & Spirits
09.2020 - 08.2022
Golf Course Groundskeeper
Skywest Golf Course
05.2016 - 09.2020
Car Detailer/Service Porter
Mclaren San Francisco
01.2010 - 05.2016
High School Diploma -
Newark Memorial High School
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