Christopher Jones
Dade City,FL
Summary
Technical professional with expertise in fleet vehicle operations and maintenance. Highly motivated employee with a desire to take on a management career. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Proficient in self-directed work and swiftly mastering diverse skill sets.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet Mechanic
Irby Construction
Plant City, FL
02.2023 - Current
- Maintained and troubleshot equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Diagnosed and repaired trucks and equipment to minimize downtime.
- Ensured trucks remained compliant with DOT regulations through regular inspections.
- Collaborated with contractors for effective service work execution.
- Monitored recalls on equipment to uphold safety standards.
Ranch Manager
La Haciendo Del Cielo, LLC
Dade City, FL
11.2020 - 02.2023
- Oversaw all hay operations, encompassing production and sales processes.
- Directed maintenance for fleet equipment, trucks, and trailers to ensure reliability.
- Coordinated contractors for property maintenance and repair services.
- Managed daily operations of employees to enhance productivity.
Landscape Manager
Smith Landscape Services
Clearwater, FL
05.2010 - 11.2020
- Supervised mechanics to ensure routine service and maintenance for all equipment.
- Created job descriptions for new positions in the landscaping department along with associated salary ranges.
- Developed and implemented landscape maintenance plans for commercial, industrial and residential properties.
- Supervised a team of landscapers in performing routine maintenance tasks such as mowing, pruning, fertilizing and watering.
- Conducted regular inspections of all landscaping areas to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Scheduled regular training sessions for employees on proper use of equipment such as mowers, trimmers and blowers.
- Performed periodic assessments of existing landscapes identifying areas needing improvement or repair work.
- Prepared detailed estimates for clients outlining project costs including labor, materials and equipment rental fees.
- Organized the procurement of necessary materials and supplies for landscape projects.
- Oversaw the installation of new plants, trees and shrubs according to industry standards.
- Evaluated bids from vendors offering competitive pricing on tools, machinery and other items required for landscaping projects.
- Monitored budget expenditures related to landscape operations ensuring that all expenses were within allocated limits.
- Maintained accurate records of completed work orders and invoices for billing purposes.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly through effective communication strategies.
- Coordinated with suppliers to purchase bulk quantities of mulch, soil and other products at discounted prices.
- Supervised day laborers in completing large landscaping projects.
- Completed daily timesheets for team and submitted to managers.
- Trained and instructed new crew members to teach proper use of landscape equipment, maintenance practices and safety procedures.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Reviewed contracts and project requirements to determine service, equipment and personnel needs.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pasco High School
Dade City, FL06-1994
Skills
- Project management
- Equipment maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Diagnostic testing
- Regulatory compliance
- Parts ordering
- Preventive maintenance
- Managing work orders
- Scheduling service
- Welding and fabricating
- Decision-making
Timeline
Fleet Mechanic
Irby Construction
02.2023 - Current
Ranch Manager
La Haciendo Del Cielo, LLC
11.2020 - 02.2023
Landscape Manager
Smith Landscape Services
05.2010 - 11.2020
High School Diploma -
Pasco High School
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