Derek DeVargas
Modesto,CA
Summary
Proven track record in enhancing outdoor spaces and warehouse operations, demonstrated during my tenure at Hendrix Landscaping. Skilled in landscape maintenance and heavy lifting, I excel in customer service and jobsite safety, significantly improving project efficiency and client satisfaction. Adaptability and a strong work ethic underpin my ability to meet and exceed employer expectations. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking professional with impressive skills in horticulture and landscaping. Committed to worksite safety and client satisfaction. Well-versed in operating equipment to plant, trim and protect customer greenery and produce attractive, long-lasting displays.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaper
Hendrix Landscaping
03.2017 - 10.2023
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Performed seasonal maintenance tasks such as pruning, aeration, fertilization, and mulching to promote plant health and longevity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality landscaping services and maintaining clear communication throughout the project.
Stand up Forklift Operator/Palletizer Operator
Marmaxx Distribution Center
02.2014 - 03.2018
- Reduced workplace accidents with thorough safety checks of forklift equipment before each shift.
- Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
- Performed daily maintenance tasks on stand-up forklifts to ensure optimal functionality, prolonging equipment lifespan.
- Increased warehouse efficiency by operating stand-up forklifts to manage inventory and load/unload products.
- Expedited shipment preparation process by skillfully stacking pallets in an organized manner, ensuring stability during transit.
Team Member
Pizza Hut
06.2009 - 02.2013
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximize performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Broke down boxes and cartons, disposing of refuse in proper cardboard receptacles.
Education
No Degree - Medical
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CAHigh School Diploma -
P.A.C.E High School
Modesto, CA06.2009
Skills
- Strong Work Ethic
- Heavy Lifting
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Using hand tools
- Lawn Care
- Customer Service
- Physically Fit
- Landscape maintenance
- Responsible and Punctual
- Jobsite Safety
- Trimming and weeding
- Weeding gardens
Timeline
Landscaper
Hendrix Landscaping
03.2017 - 10.2023
Stand up Forklift Operator/Palletizer Operator
Marmaxx Distribution Center
02.2014 - 03.2018
Team Member
Pizza Hut
06.2009 - 02.2013
No Degree - Medical
Modesto Junior College
High School Diploma -
P.A.C.E High School