David Woford
Bloomfield,KY
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Landscaper
TOWN AND COUNTRY LAWNCARE
07.2021 - Current
- Developed presentations to promote preservation of outdoor spaces through public workshops and community gardening activities.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Installed lights, sprinklers and other outdoor features based on requirements.
- Educated employees and members of public on plant biology and health.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Coordinated with other landscaping professionals to improve outdoor areas.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Designed programs for landscape maintenance, pest management, composting, and other related topics.
- Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.
- Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas.
Firefighter
BARDSTOWN FIRE DEPARTMENT
12.2019 - 11.2024
- Initiated first aid measures to alleviate further injury and prepared victims for transport to medical facilities.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
- Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
- Drove and operated structural pumpers, tankers, ladders, and service vehicles to aid in rescue operations.
- Oversaw equipment and vehicle upkeep to maintain emergency readiness.
- Evaluated situation at emergency sites to determine and execute most effective methods for saving life and property.
- Collaborated with other emergency responders on scene to establish adequate fire suppression.
- Participated in physical fitness and training programs to maintain preparedness and stamina for fire rescues.
- Participated in community outreach programs to raise awareness of fire prevention and safety measures.
- Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Operated fire hoses, hydrants and extinguishers to eliminate fire and prevent from spreading.
- Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Monitored and responded to hazardous gas levels and smoke detectors to avoid injuries and fatalities.
- Contributed to fire investigation reports and provided testimony in court.
- Evaluated areas after containing fires to identify and suppress hot spots.
- Laid and connected hoses, held nozzles and directed water streams as part of fire suppression activities at active scenes.
- Assisted in prevention of fires through public education programs.
- Maintained close contact with dispatch to receive and share information about current fires, equipment movements, and incoming personnel.
- Inspected apparatus, equipment, grounds, and stations for proper order and condition.
- Conducted fire drills and trained new recruits in use of firefighting equipment.
- Completed training to stay in peak physical fitness and handle challenging tasks.
- Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
- Provided station tours, pre-incident surveys and installed smoke detectors to provide fire education to public.
- Diagnosed and located hazardous materials and other sources of fires.
HIGHWAY EQUIPTMENT OPERATOR III
KENTUCKY TRANSPORTATION CABINET
09.2005 - 12.2019
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, cranes and other and coordinated supplies to promote efficiency.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Enforced compliance with safety standards and regulations related to proper PPE, hand signals and equipment movements.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately survey and grade terrain for worksite preparation.
- Assisted with safe materials transport between work sites to reduce downtime.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
FENCE INSTALLER
RAATZ FENCING
05.2005 - 09.2005
- Installed metal and wooden fences and privacy borders.
- Used hand tools and instruments to take measurements.
- Reviewed property plans to delineate site parameters.
- Issued warranties for completed projects.
- Discussed fencing requirements and specifications with clients.
- Dug holes and trenches to position fences correctly.
- Conducted site inspections to determine project costs and required installation materials.
- Joined, raised and secured fence segments in place.
- Used alternate finishes based on climate, topography and appearance of specified area.
- Inspected fences for gaps and vulnerabilities, making necessary adjustments.
- Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.
- Filled post holes with concrete to maintain proper stability and longevity of fencing installations.
- Attached rails or tension wire along bottoms of posts to form fencing frames.
Petroleum Engineer
Oil Express
09.2003 - 05.2005
- Monitored drill sites for compliance, production and safety issues.
- Devised recovery and treatment plans for resources.
- Collected and organized data used by management in key decision-making.
- Designed equipment to more efficiently remove oil from ground reserves.
- Managed evaluation and testing of wells.
- Created plans to set up operations and extract oil from reservoirs.
- Reviewed available geologic data to recommend potential drilling sites.
- Analyzed newly discovered reservoirs to determine profit potential and operational requirements.
- Determined level of compliance and technical feasibility of proposed initiatives.
- Offered technical guidance on regulatory applications and strategy implementation.
Education
High School Diploma -
NELSON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
BARDSTOWN KY06-2003
Timeline
Lead Landscaper
TOWN AND COUNTRY LAWNCARE
07.2021 - Current
Firefighter
BARDSTOWN FIRE DEPARTMENT
12.2019 - 11.2024
HIGHWAY EQUIPTMENT OPERATOR III
KENTUCKY TRANSPORTATION CABINET
09.2005 - 12.2019
FENCE INSTALLER
RAATZ FENCING
05.2005 - 09.2005
Petroleum Engineer
Oil Express
09.2003 - 05.2005
High School Diploma -
NELSON COUNTY HIGH SCHOOL
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