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Christopher Ruppenthal

Hedgesville,WV

Summary

Senior leader in landscaping business with documented track record of creating aesthetically-pleasing exterior landscapes. Expert in selecting sustainable materials to create low-impact design. Horticulturist knowledgeable of native plant species and special plantings. Effectively Used power tools and equipment to maintain healthy plants. History of working alone or with performance-oriented team to complete more than 80 weekly jobs. Hardworking Driver's Assistant with strong work ethic and high attention to detail. Assisted driver with thousands of product deliveries each week and matched all products to correct customers. Good communication and customer service skills leading to 1 raise in 2 year time frame. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position in environment. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Ambitious, to obtain an entry-level position to help launch career while achieving company goals. Seasoned Safety Coordinator with 2 years of progressive experience in the field. Focused on promoting a culture of safety at all levels. Looking for a growth-oriented position with a progressive company. Poised and pragmatic professional transitioning to occupational health and safety position. Effective communicator with desire to assist and help people.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Safety Coordinator

Cf Safety
Inwood, WV
01.2021 - 04.2022
  • Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency.
  • Performed as safety consultant for managers to deliver expertise in safety criteria, technical directives and operational methods.
  • Served as primary backup to officer in charge with various responsibilities related to compliance, operations management, and staff supervision.
  • Reduced safety incidents by 70% by training and teaching risk management techniques, hazard identification, quality checks and documentation
  • Recommended changes to company culture to improve safety and meet changing demands
  • Conducted investigations into incidents and reported on findings

Landscape Laborer

Blades And Spades Landscaping
Spring Mills, WV
05.2017 - 01.2022
  • Trimmed around trees, flower beds and other yard features.
  • Acquired customer feedback for operational improvement initiatives.
  • Maintained commercial and residential landscapes working in team environment.
  • Used shears, pruners and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
  • Followed planned landscaping designs to determine locations for sod, sown grass, flowers and foliage.
  • Reviewed plans and designs to verify completeness of grounds work
  • Acquired customer feedback for operational improvement initiatives
  • Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity

Delivery Driver Helper

United Parcel Service
Hedgesville, WV
11.2017 - 12.2019
  • Fostered positive working relationships with customers by responding to questions and concerns.
  • Managed customer service issues with professionalism and analytical approaches to maintain satisfaction and promote continued brand loyalty.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Invoiced accurately, coordinated shipping documentation and completed daily logs to satisfy recordkeeping requirements and keep management informed of field activities.
  • Followed workplace and on-truck safety guidelines and regulations to prevent accidents and mishaps
  • Exhibited good attendance, work habits and willingness to learn job functions

Landscape Laborer

Deion Fleagle Landscaping
Martinsburg, WV
05.2015 - 08.2016
  • Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health and keep facilities neat and well-groomed.
  • Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance to keep equipment functional.
  • Removed overgrowth, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Completed timesheets and project reports on time to maintain client files for future reference
  • Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts and wheelbarrows

Sales Associate

Super Shoes
Martinsburg, WV
03.2015 - 05.2016
  • Analyzed and properly processed product returns, assisting customers with finding alternative merchandise to meet needs.
  • Maintained records related to sales, returns and inventory availability.
  • Implemented up-selling strategies, encompassing recommendation of accessories and complementary purchases.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites
  • Trained and developed new sales team associates in products, selling techniques and company procedures

Education

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

West Virginia State University
Institute, WV
05.2020

High School Diploma -

Hedgesville High School
HEDGESVILLE WV
05.2016

Skills

  • Product promotions
  • Territory development
  • Product displays
  • Safe vehicle operation
  • Project scheduling
  • Landscape equipment operation
  • Diverse plant knowledge
  • Stonework
  • Lawn mowing proficiency
  • Dining area cleanliness
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Able to persuade others effectively
  • Communication skills
  • Flexible schedule
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Occupational safety
  • Protective equipment
  • Industrial hygiene

Timeline

Safety Coordinator

Cf Safety
01.2021 - 04.2022

Delivery Driver Helper

United Parcel Service
11.2017 - 12.2019

Landscape Laborer

Blades And Spades Landscaping
05.2017 - 01.2022

Landscape Laborer

Deion Fleagle Landscaping
05.2015 - 08.2016

Sales Associate

Super Shoes
03.2015 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice

West Virginia State University

High School Diploma -

Hedgesville High School
Christopher Ruppenthal