Daniel Pritchard
St. Cloud,FL
Summary
Versatile and dynamic, leveraged exceptional communication and critical thinking skills to build BlueCorePools & GreenCoreServices into a thriving business with over 120 contracts. My background with HMCG honed the adaptability and emergency response acumen, ensuring high-stakes decisions were met with precision and professionalism, significantly enhancing client satisfaction and safety standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Blue Core Pools
06.2016 - Current
- Built up and maintained over 120 Pool Contracts.
- Managed daily operations for a successful small business, ensuring efficient processes and quality services.
- Hired trained, and supervised staff to maintain high levels of productivity and customer satisfaction.
- Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations.
- Provided exceptional customer service by effectively communicating with clients regarding their pool care needs and expectations.
- Educated customers in proper pool operation and maintenance.
- Managed daily Employees, Chemicals, Equipment and Vehicles, to maintain a smooth operation.
- Negotiated with suppliers for better pricing on chemicals and parts, benefitting company's bottom line.
Lawn Care Business Owner
Green Core Services
01.2019 - 12.2024
- Managed day-to-day business
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality lawn care services and addressing client concerns promptly.
- Established a strong reputation within the community for exceptional lawn care services, leading to increased brand recognition and trust.
- Trained new team members in proper lawn maintenance techniques, ensuring consistent quality across all projects.
- Optimized routes and schedules for efficient completion of jobs within designated timeframes while reducing fuel costs associated with transportation between sites.
- Increased client retention through consistent communication and timely follow-ups on service inquiries.
- Provided excellent customer support by addressing inquiries promptly via email or phone calls from current clients or potential prospects interested in services offered by us.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Coordinated with other landscaping professionals to improve outdoor areas.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
Search & Rescue Inshore/Offshore Crewmember
(HMCG) Her Majesty's Coast Guard
01.2011 - 06.2016
- Worked 3week rotations Search and Rescue with working aboard a Buoy Tender.
- Started and Qualified as the Youngest full time recruit at the time.
- Supported fellow Crew members during high-stress situations by providing clear communication, leadership, and situational awareness.
- Worked long hours, following orders in all extreme weather conditions.
- Maintained proper equipment condition through regular inspection, cleaning, and repair tasks when necessary.
- Took part in rescues from medical emergency's, Muti-Casualty trauma events, children in distress, sinking vessels, Body Retrieval all the way to ceremonial events along side the Royal family.
Able Bodied Seaman (Buoy Tender)
(HMCG) Her Majesty's Coast Guard
01.2011 - 06.2016
- Worked 3week rotations on-board a Buoy Tender with Search and Rescue.
- Positions held on board ship: Certified Crane Operator, Fire&Rescue team member, Small Boat & Rescue boat Coxswain, Helipad fire team & Navigational watch keeper and Helmsman up to 150m(500ft) .
- Maintained a high level of physical fitness required for demanding shipboard duties
- Adhered strictly to established safety protocols while performing all tasks onboard.
- Handled various types of ropes, cables, anchors promptly during diverse shipboard operations.
- Navigated ship under direction of captain and studied actionable insights to avoid collision.
- Maintained and Repaired all forms of Aids To Navigation, from Small to 12ton Buoys and lighthouses
Education
Maritime & Coast Guard Agency - Advance Inshore/Offshore Search & Rescue
Royal National Lifeboat Intuition College
United Kingdom01-2014
Maritime Coast Guard Agency - STCW Advance Firefighting
Warsash Maritime Academy
United Kingdom 01-2014
Maritime Coast Guard Agency - STCW Efficient Deck Hand Rating
Warsash Maritime Academy
United Kingdom01-2014
Maritime And Coast Guard Agency - Navigational Watch Rating Certificate
Royal Yachting Association
United Kingdom01-2013
Inland/Coastal Coastguard Certificate - Personal Watercraft Rescue Certificate
Royal Yachting Association
United Kingdom 01-2012
Inland/Coastal Coastguard Certificate - National Rescue Powerboat Certificate Level 2
Royal Yachting Association
United Kingdom01-2012
Inland/Coastal Coastguard Certificate - Short & Long Range Maritime Radio Operator
Royal Yachting Association
United Kingdom 01-2012
Level 2 Sports & Outdoor Uniform Services - Search And Rescue
Llandrillo Collage
Wales, United Kingdom 2011
Skills
- Reliability
- Ability to take commands and execute and well as the ability to take initiative to complete tasks
- Customer Relationship Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Professionalism
- Communication
- Radio communication
- Problem-solving abilities
- Public Safety
- Adaptability
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical Thinking
- Water rescue
- Lifeboat operations
- Navigation
- Emergency response training
- Weather observation
- Troubleshooting skills
- Radio operation
- Physical Fitness
- Engine maintenance
- Vessel mooring
- Fire security
- Onboard firefighting
- Vessel maintenance
- Firefighting activities
- Stress tolerance and resilience
- Fire suppression
- Public safety and security
Timeline
Lawn Care Business Owner
Green Core Services
01.2019 - 12.2024
Business Owner
Blue Core Pools
06.2016 - Current
Search & Rescue Inshore/Offshore Crewmember
(HMCG) Her Majesty's Coast Guard
01.2011 - 06.2016
Able Bodied Seaman (Buoy Tender)
(HMCG) Her Majesty's Coast Guard
01.2011 - 06.2016
Maritime & Coast Guard Agency - Advance Inshore/Offshore Search & Rescue
Royal National Lifeboat Intuition College
Maritime Coast Guard Agency - STCW Advance Firefighting
Warsash Maritime Academy
Maritime Coast Guard Agency - STCW Efficient Deck Hand Rating
Warsash Maritime Academy
Maritime And Coast Guard Agency - Navigational Watch Rating Certificate
Royal Yachting Association
Inland/Coastal Coastguard Certificate - Personal Watercraft Rescue Certificate
Royal Yachting Association
Inland/Coastal Coastguard Certificate - National Rescue Powerboat Certificate Level 2
Royal Yachting Association
Inland/Coastal Coastguard Certificate - Short & Long Range Maritime Radio Operator
Royal Yachting Association
Level 2 Sports & Outdoor Uniform Services - Search And Rescue
Llandrillo Collage
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