Daniel Hernandez
Summary
Dependable employee coordinating site work and keep crew members on-track to complete landscape projects. Competent in reading and understanding blueprints and schematics for planning successful jobs. . Hardworking Laborer Foreman skilled in overseeing site teams completing quality landscape work. Proven skills in equipment operation and maintenance, supply management and site safety. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer Foreman
Flooring & Landscape Solutions
03.2012 - 11.2023
- Led crews, planned work and distributed daily assignments.
- Motivated team members to meet demanding project targets without sacrificing quality.
- Observed workers and quickly identified problems, implementing corrective actions to eliminate work errors.
- Implemented well-defined instructions to help each crew member understand assignments.
- Operated heavy equipment to move supplies and machinery.
- Enforced policies to keep work consistent, accurate and hazard-free.
- Maintained ideal safety standards and consistently low accident record.
- Coordinated timely supply deliveries to keep crews working efficiently.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics correctly to make accurate decisions about jobsite work.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
Irrigation Technician
Eagan Irrigation
06.2007 - 03.2012
- Installed irrigation systems for all types of customers, both residential and commercial.
- Inspected sprinkler heads across grounds and identified maintenance needs.
- Adjusted sprinkler head direction and angle based on identified wet and dry areas.
- Maintained irrigation systems, recirculators and water features in excellent condition through continuous upkeep.
- Prioritized and corrected irrigation breaks to quickly restore service.
- Demonstrated irrigation system features to customers and thoroughly explained functionalities and uses.
- Supervised installation work of other technicians to make sure systems were fully operational.
- Operated complex irrigation systems with computer controls and extensive distribution lines.
- Established lucrative customer relationships by using effective communication and active listening skills.
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
Landscape Laborer
Keeson
04.2000 - 06.2007
- Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
- Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees, and bushes.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Maintained commercial and residential landscapes with comprehensive and diverse team.
- Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts, and wheelbarrows.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Collected and removed debris at job sites.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
- Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
- Coordinated with other landscaping professionals to improve outdoor areas.
- Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas.
- Designed programs for landscape maintenance, pest management, composting, and other related topics.
- Educated employees and members of public on plant biology and health.
- Developed and implemented strategies for water conservation.
Overnight Stock Associate
Sam's Club
02.1996 - 04.2000
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Realigned merchandise throughout assigned section to give shelves and racks professional appeal.
- Kept aisles clear and clean while restocking to prevent accidents and enable others to easily pass by.
- Unloaded arriving product stock and moved to store display areas.
- Observed safety protocols when transporting merchandise to different areas of store to alleviate item damage.
- Collected assigned merchandise and transported to store floor locations using hand trucks.
- Inspected floor displays, noted missing items, and immediately replenished merchandise.
- Maintained current knowledge of shelf planograms and end cap plans to merchandise products.
- Stayed current on available products, store promotions, and customer service policies to better serve shoppers.
- Maintained neat, organized stockroom free of hazards.
- Scanned shelves and product cases to locate expired, outdated, and spoiled items.
- Received, sorted and processed incoming stock and materials to prepare the stock for storage or shipment.
- Inspected inventory to identify shortages and maintain consistent inventory.
- Swept, dusted and mopped floor to perform regular cleaning and comply with sanitation standards.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Stocked shelves, racks and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
- Maintained tidy and clean work areas to promote optimal productivity and safety standards.
- Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Moved cardboard, plastic ties and other debris from unboxing to trash.
- Labeled products, rotated stock and fronted merchandise for appealing display.
- Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
- Stocked shelves to match planogram images and instructions.
- Transported merchandise to sales floor and replenished out-of-stock and low-stock items.
- Kept warehouse areas free of debris and safe for employees with proper storage and maintenance of machinery, tools and supplies.
- Disposed of damaged or defective items or coordinated returns to vendors for covered items.
- Moved pallets to and from trucks and around warehouse with forklifts to stay on top of demanding schedules.
Line Cook
Pinehurst Resort & Country Club
08.1996 - 05.1999
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Produced adequate amounts of mise en place to make meal preparation easier.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
- Placed food trays over food warmers for immediate service or stored in refrigerated storage cabinets.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
Laborer Worker
Happy Holiday Tree Farms
07.1992 - 06.1996
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Organized materials, tools, and equipment to supply team members.
- Gathered and removed debris and discarded material upon final completion of construction project.
- Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery, equipment and materials for projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mercedes High School
Mercedes, TX06.1994
Skills
- Activity Monitoring
- Work Scheduling
- Safety Management
- Decision-Making
- Supply Ordering
- Production Optimization
- Worker Supervision
- Team Leadership
- Equipment Operation
- Blueprint Reading
- Work Monitoring
- Employee Training
- Site Measuring and Marking
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Safe Operating Procedures
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Site Maintenance
- Materials Estimation
- Worker Training
- Heavy Lifting
- Self Control and Integrity
- Preventive Equipment Maintenance
- Forklift Operation
- Residential Construction
- Heavy Equipment Operations
- Construction Safety
- Loading and Unloading Trucks
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Job Planning
- Following Instructions
- Basic Mathematics
- Commercial Construction
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Additional Information
Valid Drivers License , install single strand and 2 wire irrigation systems. residential and commercial. retaining walls , pavers , flagstone , xeriscape, sod , edging , trees , plants, shrubs ,artificial turf .
Timeline
Laborer Foreman
Flooring & Landscape Solutions
03.2012 - 11.2023
Irrigation Technician
Eagan Irrigation
06.2007 - 03.2012
Landscape Laborer
Keeson
04.2000 - 06.2007
Line Cook
Pinehurst Resort & Country Club
08.1996 - 05.1999
Overnight Stock Associate
Sam's Club
02.1996 - 04.2000
Laborer Worker
Happy Holiday Tree Farms
07.1992 - 06.1996
High School Diploma -
Mercedes High School