Christopher Soskis
Corvallis,OR
Summary
Hardworking and reliable job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure employment working with people. Ready to help team achieve goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Landscape Maintenance Technician
Gaia Landscapes Inc
02.2021 - 09.2024
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient landscape maintenance services.
- Reduced water consumption for clients by implementing effective irrigation systems and drought-tolerant plants.
- Boosted property value for homeowners with expertly designed and maintained outdoor spaces.
- Decreased landscape-related safety hazards through regular pruning, trimming, and removal of dead or dangerous branches.
- Promoted sustainable practices by utilizing organic fertilizers, pesticides, and native plant species in projects.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication, active listening, and consistent follow-up on concerns or requests.
- Supported healthy turf growth with proper mowing patterns, height adjustments, and fertilization schedules.
- Consistently exceeded client expectations through detail-oriented workmanship in all aspects of landscape maintenance tasks.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
Landscaper
Self-employeed
01.2012 - 02.2021
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Cultivated and replanted trees and plants to maintain landscaping areas.
- Utilized creative design techniques to maximize aesthetic appeal of landscaping projects.
- Managed and coordinated installation of complex landscaping projects.
- Educated clients on proper care and maintenance of landscaping projects.
- Researched and identified appropriate plants and materials for landscaping projects.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality landscaping services and maintaining clear communication throughout the project.
- Implemented efficient scheduling practices for timely completion of projects, resulting in increased client referrals.
- Designed and installed custom landscape features to meet clients'' aesthetic preferences and functional needs.
Family Manager
Self-employeed
01.2004 - 01.2017
- Enhanced family communication by implementing a weekly meeting to discuss schedules, priorities, and concerns.
- Maintained a clean and organized household for improved efficiency and stress reduction.
- Managed finances effectively with budgeting and expense tracking to achieve financial goals.
- Coordinated daily activities, ensuring punctual attendance at school, appointments, and extracurricular activities.
- Developed strong relationships with educators and healthcare providers for optimal support of family members.
- Implemented healthy meal plans tailored to individual dietary needs for overall wellbeing.
- Handled conflict resolution within the family unit to promote an environment of understanding and harmony.
- Fostered independence in children by teaching them essential life skills such as time management, organization, and self-care techniques.
- Facilitated open lines of communication between all family members to address any issues or concerns proactively.
- Cultivated positive relationships with neighbors and community members through participation in local events and organizations.
- Served as liaison between children''s schools, instructors, coaches, or other service providers to ensure seamless coordination of resources/supports required by the family unit effectively addressed everyone''s needs.
- Established routines within the household that promoted consistency in daily living while allowing flexibility when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Arts And Humanities
Defiance College
Defiance, OH06.1998
Skills
- Equipment Operation
- Outdoor Lighting
- Drainage Solutions
- Organic Gardening
- Organizational Expertise
- Safety Awareness
- Activity Planning
- Time Management
- Appointment Scheduling
- Travel Arrangements
- Home Maintenance
- Transportation Coordination
- Conflict Resolution
- Educational Support
- Rule Setting
- Safety Instruction
- Schedule Management
- Promoting Good Behavior
- Self-Confidence Development
- Emotionally Supportive
- Relationship Building
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Critical Thinking
- Enrichment Activities
- Behavior Modeling
Certification
CPR certification
Timeline
Landscape Maintenance Technician
Gaia Landscapes Inc
02.2021 - 09.2024
Landscaper
Self-employeed
01.2012 - 02.2021
Family Manager
Self-employeed
01.2004 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Arts And Humanities
Defiance College
CPR certification
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