Colin Black
Wahiawa,HI
Summary
Dynamic Landscape Foreman with proven expertise at Island Palms, excelling in project scheduling and client communication. Adept at training teams and ensuring quality assurance, I enhance operational efficiency while delivering tailored landscaping solutions. Committed to fostering a collaborative environment, I prioritize safety and resource allocation to achieve outstanding results.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Foreman
Island Palms
Hale'iwa, HI
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Oversaw daily landscape maintenance tasks, ensuring quality and adherence to project specifications.
- Trained and mentored junior staff on equipment operation and safety protocols.
- Managed scheduling of landscaping projects, optimizing resource allocation for efficiency.
- Coordinated with clients to assess needs and provide tailored landscaping solutions.
Office Manager
Equitable Services
Honolulu, HI
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Managed daily office operations to enhance efficiency and support team productivity.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for meetings, ensuring seamless communication across departments.
- Streamlined filing system, improving document retrieval time and organization.
- Implemented new office procedures that increased workflow efficiency across teams.
Cart Attendant
Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki
'Ewa Beach, HI
01.2013 - 01.2021
- Assisted guests with luggage and transportation needs, ensuring seamless arrivals and departures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of cart storage area to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline cart retrieval processes during peak hours.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing guest inquiries and requests promptly.
Bell Attendant
Conrad Miami
Miami, FL
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Delivered exceptional guest service by promptly assisting with luggage and transportation needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of lobby areas, ensuring welcoming atmosphere for guests.
- Provided information about hotel amenities, local attractions, and dining options to enhance guest experience.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently coordinate guest arrivals and departures.
Valet
Royal Hawaiian Hotel
Honolulu, HI
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Provided exceptional customer service to guests, ensuring positive experiences during vehicle drop-off and pick-up.
- Managed vehicle parking operations efficiently, optimizing space utilization in high-demand areas.
- Assisted guests with luggage and special requests, demonstrating problem-solving abilities in fast-paced environments.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of parking areas, enhancing overall hotel aesthetics and guest satisfaction.
Education
No Degree - Fire Science
Honolulu Community College
Honolulu, HINo Degree - Liberal Arts
Leeward Community College
Pearl City, HIHigh School Diploma -
Mililani High School
Mililani Town, HI06.2005
Skills
Landscape maintenance
Project scheduling
Resource allocation
Client communication
Staff training
Safety protocols
Quality assurance
Team leadership
Equipment operation
Customer service
Timeline
Landscape Foreman
Island Palms
01.2023 - 01.2026
Office Manager
Equitable Services
01.2020 - 01.2023
Cart Attendant
Hawaii Prince Hotel Waikiki
01.2013 - 01.2021
Bell Attendant
Conrad Miami
01.2012 - 01.2013
Valet
Royal Hawaiian Hotel
01.2010 - 01.2012
No Degree - Fire Science
Honolulu Community College
No Degree - Liberal Arts
Leeward Community College
High School Diploma -
Mililani High School