Derreck O'MEARA
Oregon City,OR
Summary
Landscape Technician with extensive experience in plant health care and herbicide application, known for enhancing client satisfaction through effective project coordination and customer service. Skilled in maintaining irrigation systems and fostering strong client relationships, ensuring optimal landscape aesthetics.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Landscape Technician
Landscape East & West
Clackamas, OR
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Completed plant health care technician training to enhance technical knowledge.
Applied pre-emergent and post-emergent herbicides along with fertilizers effectively.
Executed deep root feeding and aeration to improve plant vitality.
Collaborated with irrigation technicians to maintain and repair systems for properties.
Held Pesticide Apprentice License issued by Oregon Department of Agriculture.
Self Employed
Stay At Home Parent
Estacada, OR
03.2020 - 09.2021
- Plan and implement age-appropriate activities to promote cognitive, social, and emotional development.
- Provide assistance with homework and engage in educational games to support learning.
- Address and resolve conflicts between children while teaching conflict resolution skills.
- Maintain clean and organized home environment and plan and prepare nutritious meals for family.
- Attend school events, parent-teacher conferences, and other activities to stay involved in children's education and social lives.
- Ensure well-being and safety of children at all times.
- Maintain open and effective communication with children, encouraging them to express their thoughts and feelings.
- Demonstrate flexibility in managing various tasks and responsibilities.
- Attend parent-teacher conferences, school events, and participate in children's extracurricular activities.
Self Employed
Derreck's Landscaping
Yucaipa, CA
07.2015 - 03.2020
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
- Monitored weekly and daily scheduled tasks to achieve desired workflow speed.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Completed regular aeration, growth maintenance and chemical treatments.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- 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.
- Educated clients on proper care and maintenance of landscaping projects.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
- Updated yard design plans with clients to meet aesthetic standards.
Chimney Mason
Chim Chimney
Yucaipa, CA
11.2014 - 06.2015
- Perform skilled masonry repairs, including mortar joints, replacing damaged bricks, and restoring overall structural integrity of chimneys.
- Conduct thorough inspections of chimneys to assess their structural integrity and identify potential issues.
- Evaluate condition of flue liners, brickwork, and mortar joints to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Utilize specialized tools and techniques to address weathering, erosion, or other damage to chimney masonry.
- Perform chimney cleaning services to remove creosote, debris, and other obstructions that may pose a fire hazard.
- Utilize appropriate tools and equipment to ensure thorough cleaning without causing damage to chimney components.
- Educate clients on proper chimney maintenance practices and safety measures.
- Provide recommendations for regular inspections and cleaning to enhance longevity and performance of chimneys.
Cable Installation Technician
Comcast Cable Company
Portland, OR
08.2013 - 03.2014
- Connected components to exterior cable systems and tested connections for adequate power and functional links.
- Repaired and updated equipment to conform to company-wide standards.
- Collaborated with other workers and customers to resolve issues of deficient communications connections.
- Assembled communication equipment such as wiring, switching equipment, and power apparatus.
- Demonstrated equipment capabilities to customer and responded to questions and complaints.
- Operated equipment, vehicles, and tools with optimal safety procedures to prevent injuries.
- Completed new connects, reconnects, disconnects, and service changes for residential and commercial customers.
- Performed troubleshooting of systems with techniques such as speed and ping tests.
- Confirmed compliance with all industry standards and regulations related to cabling and telecommunications.
- Installed and configured new devices and system components.
- Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics, and crawl spaces.
- Coordinated with customers to meet needs and requirements swiftly and to high standards.
- Tested cables using tools such as volt-OHM meters, spectrum analyzers, and signal level meters.
- Installed data and telephone cable lines between outside underground or pole lines and residential and commercial buildings.
- Developed and implemented plans for installation of new networks and cabling systems.
- Responded to service requests during and after business hours.
- Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service.
Delivery Associate
Lowes Home Improvement
Portland, OR
08.2012 - 10.2012
- Delivered appliances to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
- Followed corporate procedures to maintain company and customer data confidentiality.
- Followed safety procedures and regulations to protect packages and vehicles.
- Loaded and unloaded packages onto delivery vehicles for proper storage and handling.
- Managed delivery route for optimal use of time and fuel.
- Utilized GPS technology to navigate delivery routes and avoid traffic congestion.
- Maximized processes by managing delivery schedules and prioritizing based on urgency.
- Escalated issues to supervisor for immediate remediation.
- Developed strong sense of most efficient routes to avoid traffic and construction on local roads and highways.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Communicated customer complaints, requests, and feedback to company management for swift resolution.
Education
HVAC Installation And Repair, Refrigeration
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA05.2016
GED -
Yucaipa Adult School
Yucaipa, CA09.2007
Skills
- Industry expertise
- Task prioritization
- Resourcefulness
- Customer retention strategies
- Conflict resolution
- Professional attitude
- Project coordination
- Organizational skills
- Customer service excellence
- Professional demeanor
- Cross-selling techniques
- Workflow management
- Quality control
Certification
- Pesticide Apprentice License previously held.
Accomplishments
- Dedicated Volunteer at "Meg's Moments" For Life Jacket Giveaway, LLC In memory of my beloved sister, whose life was tragically cut short in a drowning accident on the Clackamas River in 2013, I have passionately dedicated my time and energy to the nonprofit organization "Meg's Moments" For Life Jacket Giveaway, LLC. In the face of personal tragedy, my family and I united to create a meaningful initiative aimed at preventing water-related accidents and promoting safety.
- Key Contributions:
- Founder’s Vision: Collaborated with family members to establish "Meg's Moments," an organization committed to transforming grief into action by raising funds to provide life jackets to those in need.
- Fundraising: Spearheaded fundraising efforts to secure financial resources for the annual Life Jacket Giveaway event at Barton Park. Successfully mobilized community support through events, sponsorships, and donation campaigns.
- Life Jacket Distribution: Played a pivotal role in the organization’s core activity - the annual Life Jacket Giveaway at Barton Park. Coordinated logistics, managed volunteer teams, and ensured a seamless distribution process, providing life-saving gear to those less fortunate.
- Awareness Campaigns: Initiated and executed awareness campaigns to underscore the critical importance of wearing life jackets on waterways. Utilized various platforms, including social media, community events, and local outreach, to amplify the organization’s mission and advocate for water safety.
- Community Engagement: Actively engaged with community members and local organizations to foster a sense of shared responsibility for water safety. Conducted educational sessions, seminars, and workshops to underscore the dangers of water activities without proper safety measures.
- Impact Assessment: Regularly assessed the impact of "Meg's Moments" initiatives, gathering feedback and testimonials from life jacket recipients. Compiled success stories to showcase the tangible difference made in the lives of individuals and families who benefitted from the organization’s efforts.
- Mission Statement: At "Meg's Moments" For Life Jacket Giveaway, LLC, our mission is clear - to save lives, one life jacket at a time. By transforming our personal tragedy into a force for good, we honor the memory of my sister while striving to create a safer environment for everyone enjoying water activities. Through a combination of heartfelt dedication, community engagement, and impactful initiatives, we bring awareness to the dangers of not wearing a life jacket and work towards a future where water-related accidents are preventable.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Landscape Technician
Landscape East & West
01.2023 - 01.2025
Self Employed
Stay At Home Parent
03.2020 - 09.2021
Self Employed
Derreck's Landscaping
07.2015 - 03.2020
Chimney Mason
Chim Chimney
11.2014 - 06.2015
Cable Installation Technician
Comcast Cable Company
08.2013 - 03.2014
Delivery Associate
Lowes Home Improvement
08.2012 - 10.2012
HVAC Installation And Repair, Refrigeration
Ashworth College
GED -
Yucaipa Adult School