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Daniel Epperson

Boulevard,CA

Summary

Results-driven merchandising professional prepared to excel in garden center settings. Experienced in optimizing plant displays and ensuring high-quality inventory. Renowned for fostering team collaboration and adapting to dynamic retail environments, with proficiency in plant care and customer interaction.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Garden Center Merchandiser

Lowes Home Improvment
02.2025 - Current
  • Implemented effective loss prevention strategies by monitoring store activity closely while adhering to established security protocols.
  • Coordinated successful promotional events that attracted new customers while retaining existing clientele.
  • Maintained a clean and organized retail environment, ensuring easy navigation for customers.
  • Implemented creative merchandising techniques to showcase plants, resulting in increased visual appeal and customer interest.
  • Monitored plant health regularly, implementing appropriate care practices such as watering, pruning, fertilizing, or pest control when necessary.
  • Assisted in the planning and execution of seasonal events and promotions to boost store traffic and sales.
  • Conducted weekly walkthroughs to identify areas needing improvement or attention, ensuring optimal store conditions at all times.

Handyman

Self-employed
01.2015 - 08.2024
  • Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
  • Set up scaffolding around buildings for painting projects.
  • Maintained or repaired specialized equipment or machinery.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on buildings and equipment using plumbing and electrical skills to keep properties clean and safe.
  • Used professional grade tools and equipment to perform wide range of handyman services.
  • Set up and operated machine tools to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures or tools.
  • Pulled damaged and old carpet and wood flooring to eliminate issues such as mold and remove outdated styles.
  • Kept interior and exterior of buildings clean, safe and welcoming.
  • Provided prospective customers with professional quotes detailing materials, labor and customization expenses for handyman jobs.

Driver, Warehouse Orders

Double S Tack and Feed
01.2010 - 08.2015
  • Loaded and unloaded vehicles at distribution center and delivery address.
  • Utilized GPS and maps for efficient route planning.
  • Kept accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.
  • Verified deliveries against shipping instructions prior to delivering to customers.
  • Identified mechanical problems with vehicles, completed basic repairs and helped coordinate more serious maintenance needs.
  • Loaded trucks and safely secured merchandise to prevent damage during transportation.
  • Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty.
  • Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
  • Inspected vehicle and maintained gas, oil and water levels.
  • Operated pallet jacks to move inventory within the warehouse.
  • Delivered goods to specified destinations in a timely manner.

Education

Pharmacy Tech

Pima Medical Institute
02-2009

Drafting Certificate

Platte College
07-1988

GED -

Colorado School of Education
05-1986

Skills

  • Plant identification
  • Soil management
  • Irrigation systems
  • Pest control
  • Organic gardening
  • Garden design
  • Nursery operations
  • Merchandising techniques

References

References available upon request.

Education and Training

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Timeline

Garden Center Merchandiser

Lowes Home Improvment
02.2025 - Current

Handyman

Self-employed
01.2015 - 08.2024

Driver, Warehouse Orders

Double S Tack and Feed
01.2010 - 08.2015

Drafting Certificate

Platte College

GED -

Colorado School of Education

Pharmacy Tech

Pima Medical Institute