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CEDRIC WALLACE

Birmingham,AL

Summary

Dynamic Lawn Care Technician at Cedric Wallace, recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and tailored services. Proven track record in project management and operations optimization, achieving significant cost savings by renegotiating vendor contracts. Skilled in staff management, fostering a collaborative culture, and driving high-performing teams to exceed expectations.

Lawn care professional with commitment to creating and maintaining lush, green spaces. Extensive experience in landscape maintenance and plant care, ensuring properties remain visually appealing and healthy. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability to changing needs, and focus on achieving superior results. Skilled in turf management, pest control, and safe equipment handling.

Experienced with lawn maintenance techniques, ensuring optimal health and appearance of outdoor spaces. Utilizes specialized equipment and knowledge of plant care to deliver consistent results. Track record of fostering client satisfaction through diligent upkeep and problem-solving skills.

High-performing Lawn Care Technician with solid background in landscaping and pest control services. Knowledgeable about lawn care techniques and best practices for landscaping hand tools and equipment. Reliable with utmost commitment to safety.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.

Tech-savvy innovator with hands-on experience in emerging technologies and passion for continuous improvement. Skilled in identifying opportunities for technological enhancements and implementing effective solutions. Adept at leveraging new tools and methods to solve problems and enhance productivity. Excels in adapting to fast-paced environments and driving technological advancements.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Lawn Care Technician

Cedric Wallace
04.2020 - Current
  • Increased customer retention through exceptional communication skills and dedication to addressing concerns promptly.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient lawn care services tailored to individual needs.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Developed a strong company culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
  • Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
  • Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
  • Achieved significant cost savings by renegotiating contracts with key vendors, without compromising service quality.
  • Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
  • Planned, created, tested and deployed system life cycle methodology to produce high quality systems to meet and exceed customer expectations.
  • Managed senior-level personnel working in marketing and sales capacities.

Shipping and Receiving Coordinator

Scholar Craft
09.2021 - 03.2023
  • Monitored supply levels for packaging materials and coordinated replenishment orders as needed, avoiding delays in the shipping process.
  • Prepared orders for shipment, posting weights and shipping charges onto packaging, marking materials with identifying information and updating logs of shipments outgoing and incoming.
  • Maintained a well-organized inventory system for streamlined product retrieval and shipment preparation.
  • Arranged for pick-up by carriers specified on customer purchase orders determined at final inspection through review of shipping instructions.
  • Managed daily shipment scheduling with carriers, optimizing transportation costs and delivery times for customers.
  • Utilized advanced tracking software to monitor shipment progress from origin to destination accurately, keeping customers informed throughout the process.
  • Maximized space utilization within the warehouse through strategic storage planning and organization techniques, reducing clutter and improving workflow efficiency.
  • Established strong relationships with key carrier representatives, ensuring priority handling and timely resolution of any shipping issues.
  • Boosted inventory and recordkeeping accuracy by conducting thorough inspections and comparing shipment contents with documentation.
  • Led improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue.
  • Assigned tasks to team members to complete within designated time frames.

Forklift Operator/Tugger Operator

Mercedes
02.2017 - 03.2020
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
  • Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Supported inventory accuracy, assisting in periodic stock counts and audits.
  • Ensured timely movement of products to designated areas, leading to smoother warehouse operation.
  • Facilitated prompt shipping, executing precise and timely order fulfillment.
  • Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
  • Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
  • Turned valves and opened chutes to dump, spray or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Jackson-Olin
Birmingham, AL
04-1988

Skills

  • Project management
  • Operations management
  • Staff management
  • Effective communication
  • Onboarding and training
  • Workforce planning
  • Strategic planning
  • Business workflows
  • Business development
  • Motivational leadership
  • Operations optimization
  • Social media promotion
  • Business planning and strategy
  • Performance evaluation and monitoring

Timeline

Shipping and Receiving Coordinator

Scholar Craft
09.2021 - 03.2023

Lawn Care Technician

Cedric Wallace
04.2020 - Current

Forklift Operator/Tugger Operator

Mercedes
02.2017 - 03.2020

High School Diploma -

Jackson-Olin
CEDRIC WALLACE