Hi, I’m
Derrick Mapp
Maintenance Technician/landscape, Gardening, And Designing
Oakland ,CA
Overview
26
years of professional experience
Work History
D Mapp Landscaping Service
Landscape Gardening
12.2000 - Current
Job overview
- Operated landscape maintenance equipment to ensure efficient project completion.
- Assisted in planting and maintaining various flora, enhancing aesthetic appeal of properties.
- Collaborated with team members to execute landscaping designs and installations effectively.
- Monitored plant health and irrigation systems, ensuring optimal growth conditions.
- Implemented safety protocols while using tools and equipment, promoting a safe work environment.
- Trained new staff on proper landscaping techniques and equipment usage for improved efficiency.
- Mulched gardens, placed sod, and adjusted soils to provide optimal growth potential.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Ensured healthy lawns using proper mowing techniques that promoted turfgrass vigor while minimizing pest issues.
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Educated clients on proper care practices for their gardens to sustain long-term plant health.
- Improved plant health and growth with thorough soil preparation, fertilization, and irrigation techniques.
- Raised property values for clients by implementing attractive landscaping designs that enhanced curb appeal.
- Minimized weed proliferation in landscaped areas through vigilant monitoring, manual removal, or targeted herbicide applications as needed.
- Optimized outdoor spaces for functionality and visual appeal, incorporating elements such as walkways, patios, and water features.
- Increased client satisfaction by providing personalized gardening solutions tailored to their needs.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to industry safety standards and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Developed and implemented strategies for water conservation.
- Designed programs for landscape maintenance, pest management, composting, and other related topics.
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
- Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.
- Collaborated with gardeners to plan and design outdoor spaces.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Kept accurate and up-to-date records of scheduled tasks, tools and material inventory to maintain gardens and track progress.
- Maintained gardening tools and equipment by sharpening and cleaning tools to keep in good working condition.
- Communicated with customers by answering questions and addressing concerns to provide clients with regular updates on garden status.
- Performed fall and spring cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas.
- Continued learning about plants, gardening techniques and best practices to provide customers with accurate and constructive information.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of job sites by properly disposing of waste and returning tools and equipment to proper storage locations.
- Planted and cultivated by preparing soil and watering and fertilizing plants for thriving and healthy results.
- Revitalized dull or overgrown landscapes by conducting thorough evaluations and implementing appropriate rejuvenation strategies.
- Achieved optimal plant performance with appropriate pruning techniques customized to each species'' unique requirements.
- Reduced maintenance requirements for clients through the selection of low-maintenance plants and materials.
- Expanded client base with high-quality workmanship, leading to increased word-of-mouth referrals.
- Developed loyal clientele through attentive listening skills that led to accurate interpretation of their design preferences.
- Consistently met project deadlines through diligent planning, organization, and time management skills.
- Safeguarded the environment by employing eco-friendly materials and sustainable practices in landscaping projects.
Port of Oakland
Maintenance Technician
06.2006 - 11.2022
Job overview
- Conducted routine maintenance inspections on equipment and facilities to ensure operational efficiency.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues, implementing effective repairs to minimize downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to prioritize tasks and streamline workflow processes.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Trained new employees on proper use and care of tools, machinery, and safety protocols.
- Monitored and documented work performance in maintenance logs in compliance with company guidelines.
- Minimized production delays, responding swiftly to emergency breakdowns or unexpected malfunctions.
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve maintenance processes.
- Liaised with vendors to ensure timely delivery of essential parts and materials for repairs or replacements.
Education
Oakland HighOakland, CA
High School Diploma
Skills
Garden design
Landscape restoration
Sod laying
Fertilization techniques
Soil management
Drought-resistant landscaping
Edible garden design
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
Port of Oakland
06.2006 - 11.2022
Landscape Gardening
D Mapp Landscaping Service
12.2000 - Current
Oakland High
High School Diploma