Damien Nichols
OCALA,FL
Summary
Seasoned Lawn Maintenance Professional known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Excel in landscape design, turf management, and irrigation systems maintenance. Strong organizational skills ensure timely project execution. Exceptional communication abilities foster effective client relations and team collaboration.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Cattle Farm Worker
Wyatt Nichols
Ocala, FL
01.2023 - Current
- Fed cattle and monitored water supplies across Wyatt Nichols ranch pastures.
- Moved livestock between pens, corrals, and grazing fields safely.
- Cleaned barns, stalls, and feeding areas to maintain animal health.
- Inspected fences, gates, and watering systems for damage.
- Assisted with calving, branding, and livestock handling during seasonal work.
- Loaded cattle for transport using chutes, gates, and trailers.
- Mixed feed and prepared mineral supplements for herd nutrition.
- Repaired equipment and maintained tools used in daily farm operations.
- Monitor cattle herd for signs of illness or injury, report any issues to supervisor immediately.
- Administer vaccinations and medications to sick or injured animals according to veterinarian instructions.
- Operate farm machinery such as tractors and hay balers to move hay bales or other materials.
- Offered guidance to team members during work tasks.
Lawn Maintenance Professional
Donald Mullins
OCALA, FL
08.2022 - Current
- Operated lawn mowers, trimmers, and blowers on maintenance routes
- Conducted regular lawn maintenance, including mowing, aerating, fertilizing and watering.
- Mowed lawns and trimmed edges for Donald Mullins property care
- Applied mulch and edged garden beds around Donald Mullins properties
- Monitored the condition of lawns to identify any existing or potential problems.
- Identified plants and trees requiring trimming or removal.
- Inspected properties prior to providing services to ensure safety compliance with local regulations.
- Cleaned walkways, driveways, and patios after yard work
- Collected leaves, branches, and grass clippings from work areas
- Loaded tools and supplies for daily lawn maintenance jobs
- Operated a variety of power tools such as edgers, trimmers and blowers.
- Inspected equipment and reported repair needs to Donald Mullins
- Performed minor repairs to equipment used in lawn maintenance activities.
- Updated supervisor on job progress and status.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from customers regarding service requests.
- Ensured all tools were stored safely when not in use.
- Assisted in the installation of irrigation systems, outdoor lighting and hardscapes.
- Reported damage and issues related to property grounds to ensure timely resolution.
Professional Car Detailer
Myself
OCALA, FL
02.2020 - Current
- Inspected paint, glass, tires, and trim for dirt, stains, scratches, and damage.
- Washed, clayed, polished, and waxed surfaces using professional detailing tools and products.
- Detailed customer vehicles at self-owned detailing business with consistent interior and exterior care.
- Sanitized door handles, consoles, and touchpoints for customer-ready vehicle presentation.
- Communicated service needs clearly with customers and explained detailing options and care.
- Managed scheduling, vehicle intake, and job preparation for independent detailing appointments.
- Removed tar spots from car exteriors using special solvents and cleaners.
- Utilized a variety of tools including buffers, polishers, steamers, brushes, scrapers and other specialized equipment to clean vehicles.
- Trained new employees on proper use of cleaning products and techniques.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding services offered by the business.
- Maintained accurate records of completed jobs for billing purposes.
- Maintained inventory of detailing supplies, ordered new materials when needed, and disposed of hazardous waste in accordance with safety regulations.
- Applied protective treatments such as sealants and rust inhibitors to extend the life of vehicle paint finishes.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times by responding promptly to inquiries.
- Inspected interiors for signs of mold or mildew growth due to water damage or poor ventilation.
- Followed all company policies related to health and safety standards while performing duties.
- Repaired minor scratches on vehicle exteriors using appropriate fillers and paints.
- Conducted detailed interior and exterior cleaning of cars, including vacuuming, dusting, polishing, and waxing surfaces.
- Performed thorough inspection of vehicles to identify any worn or damaged parts for repair or replacement.
- Cleaned undercarriage components using pressure washers and degreasers.
- Polished headlights to restore clarity and shine to headlights lenses.
- Waxed exterior of vehicles, removed compound with soft cloth and buffed to brilliant shine.
Maintenance Assistant
Matthew Nichols Sr
Ocala, FL
05.2018 - Current
- Supported maintenance tasks across Matthew Nichols Sr property.
- Inspected equipment, fixtures, and building systems for needed repairs.
- Repaired doors, locks, furniture, and minor household damage.
- Assisted with plumbing, electrical, and carpentry maintenance requests.
- Coordinated routine upkeep schedules with household service needs.
- Documented maintenance issues and reported repair priorities promptly.
- Maintained grounds through lawn care, garbage removal and special services such as tree pruning and removal.
- Repaired minor damages to walls, floors and ceilings caused by wear-and-tear or vandalism.
- Handled routine cosmetic updates such as painting walls and replacing outdated fixtures.
- Used hand and power tools to adjust, connect and disconnect wiring and tubings.
- Replaced worn and damaged parts to keep maintenance equipment fully functional.
- Contributed to maintenance of safe conditions within facility by mopping up wet spots on floor and sweeping up broken glass.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Completed minor electrical, plumbing and HVAC maintenance for building occupants.
- Assisted with the installation of new equipment per manufacturer specifications.
- Detected and repaired hazardous conditions or concerns that presented risk of accidents or injuries.
- Read and interpreted equipment manuals and work orders to perform required maintenance and service.
- Ordered parts, supplies and equipment from suppliers or obtained needed items from storage rooms.
- Inspected main buildings and adjacent structures to check system functionality and assess repair needs.
- Monitored inventory levels of spare parts used in maintenance activities.
- Provided technical support for staff when troubleshooting issues related to building systems.
- Performed regular maintenance and repair of facility equipment and systems, such as HVAC units, plumbing fixtures, electrical wiring and lighting.
- Created daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment maintenance procedures and kept records of scheduled work.
- Scheduled periodic tests on fire suppression systems such as sprinklers and extinguishers.
- Used multimeters to test voltage and capacitance from electrical circuits.
- Diagnosed problems with complex mechanical components using diagnostic tools such as multimeters.
- Operated forklifts and hoists to move heavy objects while adhering to safety regulations.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations regarding building maintenance.
Concrete Foreman
Matthew Nichols Jr
Citra, Florida
06.2023 - 09.2026
- Directed concrete crews for Matthew Nichols on residential and commercial pours.
- Coordinated site layout, forms, and reinforcement before concrete placement.
- Supervised concrete finishing, edging, and curing activities on active job sites.
- Monitored safety practices and corrected hazards throughout daily work.
- Scheduled labor, tools, and materials for Matthew Nichols projects.
- Trained crew members on forming, pouring, and finishing methods.
- Inspected forms, grades, and surface quality before concrete placement.
- Communicated with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers during project work.
- Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
- Inspected forms, footings, and foundations for accuracy in accordance with plans and specifications.
- Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
- Poured concrete into forms using a pump hose and leveled.
- Ordered necessary supplies such as formwork, rebar, and cementitious materials, as needed for each job site.
- Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
- Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
- Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
- Scheduled inspections, meetings, pours, and workers for many jobs.
- Ensured that all workers followed safe operating procedures while working around heavy machinery.
- Assigned and supervised personnel to ensure tasks were completed efficiently.
- Set up scaffolding, braces, and other temporary structures to support the crew during work.
- Maintained accurate records of labor hours, material costs, and other related expenses.
Welder
Andrew Nichols
Ocala, FL
12.2022 - 07.2024
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Welded structural steel components for Andrew Nichols fabrication projects.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Interpreted blueprints and work orders for precise metal assembly.
- Measured and fitted parts before welding and assembly.
- Set up welding equipment and adjusted machine settings.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Cut metal using torches, saws, and grinding tools.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
Education
Abeka Christian Academy
Pensacola, FL10-2026
Skills
- Mowing techniques mastery
- Irrigation system installation
- Concrete finishing
- Welding fabrication
- Blueprint reading
- Tool operation
- Power equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Landscape equipment operation
- Jobsite safety
- Safety compliance
- Project coordination
- Project scheduling
- Project planning
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Verbal and written communication
- Service sales
- Lead prospecting
- Flexibility
- Deadline driven
- Strong work ethic
- Responsible and punctual
- Adaptability to weather conditions
- Physically fit
- Driver's license
- Commercial landscaping
- Residential landscaping
- Landscaping design
- Tree and shrub care
- Garden bed maintenance
- Horticultural tools
- Water management
- Debris disposal practices
- Edging and mulching
- Pruning and trimming
- Leaf removal methods
- Trimming and weeding
- Sod laying techniques
- Turf management expertise
- Sprinkler systems
- Mechanical repair
- Hand tool usage
- Inventory control
- Route management
- Project presentations
- Hospitality and accommodation
- Mowing techniques
- Hospitality and accommodation
- Mowing techniques
Timeline
Concrete Foreman
Matthew Nichols Jr
06.2023 - 09.2026
Cattle Farm Worker
Wyatt Nichols
01.2023 - Current
Welder
Andrew Nichols
12.2022 - 07.2024
Lawn Maintenance Professional
Donald Mullins
08.2022 - Current
Professional Car Detailer
Myself
02.2020 - Current
Maintenance Assistant
Matthew Nichols Sr
05.2018 - Current
Abeka Christian Academy