David Evans
Groundskeeper
Jackson,TN
Summary
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
1
1
Certification
Work History
Landscaper
Four Seasons Nursery & Garden Center
Jackson, TN
01.1993 - 03.2024
- Collaborated with architects, designers, and construction teams to develop comprehensive landscaping plans for residential and commercial properties.
- Assisted clients in selecting appropriate plants based on climate conditions, soil types, and desired aesthetics.
- Implemented efficient scheduling practices for timely completion of projects, resulting in increased client referrals.
- Designed and installed custom landscape features to meet clients'' aesthetic preferences and functional needs.
- Performed seasonal maintenance tasks such as pruning, aeration, fertilization, and mulching to promote plant health and longevity.
- Constructed hardscape elements like patios, walkways, retaining walls, outdoor kitchens, fire pits, water features for enhanced functionality of outdoor spaces.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Cultivated and replanted trees and plants to maintain landscaping areas.
- Researched and identified appropriate plants and materials for landscaping projects.
- Installed lights, sprinklers and other outdoor features based on requirements.
- Utilized creative design techniques to maximize aesthetic appeal of landscaping projects.
- Educated clients on proper care and maintenance of landscaping projects.
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
- Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Contributed to business growth by continuously seeking opportunities for expansion and improvement in landscaping services offered.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Education
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN 05.2001 -
Skills
Hardscape Installation
Residential Landscaping
Commercial Landscaping
Stonework
Lawn Care
Landscape design
Chemical Application
Grounds Maintenance
Erosion Control
Plant Knowledge
Tree and Shrub Planting
Outdoor installations
Pruning and hedging
Project Design
Commercial construction experience
Project estimation and bidding
Sprinkler system knowledge
Watering lawns and trees
Seasonal Planting
Garden maintenance
Transplanting and potting plants
Landscaping plans
Sod Laying
Weeding and edging
Decorative stone installation
Planting flowers and bushes
Lawn and Grounds Maintenance
Landscape maintenance
Trimming and weeding
Weeding gardens
Retaining Wall Construction
Drainage Solutions
Green Roof Installation
Irrigation Installation
Landscape Lighting
Fertilizer Application
Soil preparation
Certification
Pesticide lisence cat 3 hort ormental and turf curently cert cat 3.
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Education
Austin Peay State University
05.2001 -
Pesticide lisence cat 3 hort ormental and turf curently cert cat 3.
06-1994
Landscaper
Four Seasons Nursery & Garden Center
01.1993 - 03.2024