Charles Barnes
Lusby,MD
Summary
Skilled Groundskeeper with proven background in landscape maintenance, site improvement, and team leadership. Proven abilities to maintain high levels of cleanliness and aesthetic appeal for various outdoor spaces. Strong physical stamina combined with keen eye for detail have resulted in consistently well-maintained properties. Demonstrated capacity to make impactful contributions through innovative landscaping ideas and efficient problem-solving skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Groundskeeper
St. Mary`s College of Southern Maryland
St. Mary`s , MD
08.2022 - Current
- Swept and raked leaves, debris and other materials from grounds;.
- Maintained walkways, driveways and parking lots by removing snow, ice and other obstructions;.
- Trimmed trees, shrubs and hedges using hand tools such as shears and pruners;.
- Operated mowers, tractors and other equipment in a safe manner;.
- Planted grass seed in areas of bare soil or where needed;.
- Collected litter from the grounds on a regular basis;.
- Mulched flower beds to retain moisture levels in the soil;.
- Provided support during special events held at the premises.
- Mowed lawns and trimmed grass around sidewalks, flower beds and walls.
- Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
- Installed and maintained outdoor fixtures such as benches, signs, and fences.
Landscape Foreman
Landscape Designs Inc.
Ft. Washington, MD
04.1997 - 09.2021
- Managed planting, mulching, and edging of all landscape areas.
- Organized and scheduled crews for efficient completion of projects.
- Provided direction to crew members to ensure safety regulations were followed.
- Inspected landscapes after installation to ensure quality standards were met.
- Assisted in the selection of plants, shrubs, trees, and other materials for landscaping projects.
- Ensured proper maintenance of equipment and tools used by crews.
- Maintained accurate records on labor hours, material costs, and job progress.
- Ordered supplies needed for various landscaping tasks as required.
- Supervised crews during all phases of construction activities related to landscaping projects.
- Monitored daily work schedules to ensure timely completion of jobs within budget parameters.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining excellent customer service relations.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure successful completion of interrelated tasks necessary for completing projects.
- Delegated tasks to landscaping crews and supervised completion.
- Reviewed blueprints and job specifications to determine manpower and equipment needed.
- Inspected malfunctioning equipment and troubleshot issues, returning tools to operation.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Performed preventative maintenance to keep equipment in excellent working condition.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
- Installed outdoor lighting systems to enhance the nighttime appearance of landscapes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
- Performed erosion control measures to protect landscape features and surrounding areas.
- Assisted in budgeting and quoting landscaping projects, including labor, materials, and timelines.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Taught landscaping crew members proper techniques for new plantings and ongoing maintenance.
- Delegated and assisted with tasks related to landscaping, lawn cultivation and tree pruning.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Henry E. Lackey High School
Indian Head, MD06-1990
Skills
- Grounds Maintenance
- Effective Communication
- Landscaping and gardening
- Mulching gardens
- Customer Service
- New plantings
- Hedge and Bush Trimming
- Cultivating soil
- Seasonal Planting
- Equipment Maintenance
- Lawn Care
- Lawn Aeration
- Trimming and edging flower beds
- Managing work crews
- Equipment Repair
- Constructing patios
- Using hand tools
- Weed Removal
- Basic Carpentry
- Computer Skills
- Repairs and maintenance
- Hand tools proficiency
- Hedge cutting
- Erosion Control
- Tree pruning
- Problem-Solving
- Project Management
- Lawn and Grounds Maintenance
- Maintaining equipment
Timeline
Groundskeeper
St. Mary`s College of Southern Maryland
08.2022 - Current
Landscape Foreman
Landscape Designs Inc.
04.1997 - 09.2021
High School Diploma -
Henry E. Lackey High School
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