Donald Smelley
Godley,TX
Summary
Proven groundskeeper with a track record of enhancing property aesthetics and efficiency, notably with Godley Independent School District. Expert in operating mowers and tractors, coupled with a dedicated work ethic, led to significant improvements in grounds maintenance. Skilled in lawn care and team collaboration, achieving top-notch results without exceeding one numerical percentage.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Groundskeeper
Self Employed Services
02.2021 - Current
- Maintained grounds of residential and commercial properties by mowing lawns, trimming hedges and planting flowers.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Contributed to overall property aesthetics improvements resulting from dedicated attention towards daily maintenance tasks and detail-oriented approach to groundskeeping.
- Trimmed trees, bushes and shrubs to keep vegetation aesthetically pleasing.
- Cleared public and private areas of debris before and after events.
- Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls, and flower beds.
- Loaded and unloaded landscaping equipment and materials safely.
- Reduced equipment downtime via regular maintenance checks and timely repairs as needed.
- Enhanced curb appeal by maintaining lawns, gardens, and walkways in pristine condition.
- Cultivated a positive work environment through effective communication with team members and supervisors.
Custodian/Grounds Crew Member
Godley Independent School District
godley, TX
01.2018 - 02.2021
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Maintained a well-organized supply closet for easy access to necessary tools.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Enhanced cleanliness and safety by regularly sanitizing high-touch surfaces.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Collaborated with other custodial staff to complete larger projects efficiently and effectively.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as spills or leaks, minimizing damage and ensuring safety.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness in outdoor spaces through regular trash removal, sweeping, and landscaping duties.
- Ensured a healthy learning environment with thorough daily cleaning of classrooms, restrooms, and common areas.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Deep cleaned or replaced flooring, performing stripping, sealing and finishing tasks.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
- Supported event setup and tear-down, contributing to successful school functions.
Farm Laborer
Ben Smelley (Father)
Godley, TX
01.1989 - 03.2017
- Collaborated with coworkers to complete daily farm tasks efficiently and quickly.
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Supported animal welfare by providing proper care, feeding, and living conditions for livestock.
- Cultivated soil, sowed crops, and controlled weeds by slashing or chemical spraying.
- Assisted farmers with feeding and watering cows, sheep, goats, and pigs.
- Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix.
- Loaded and unloaded containers of materials and products on trucks, trailers and railcars by hand or with forklift truck.
- Built and mended fencing to prevent stock from straying, divide land and improve organization.
- Watered plants during growing seasons and closely monitored crops for growth progress or issues.
- Improved farm efficiency through proper maintenance of farm equipment and machinery.
- Operated tractors and self-propelled machinery to plow and fertilize soil.
- Contributed to overall farm cleanliness by regularly removing debris from fields following harvests.
- Safely operated heavy machinery such as tractors, harvesters, and tillers to cultivate land for planting new crops.
- Reduced waste by effectively managing resources such as water, fertilizer, and pesticides.
- Implemented pest control measures while adhering to regulations regarding pesticide use and disposal methods.
- Operated harvesters and cultivators to till soil and plow fields.
- Maintained accurate records of crop yields, expenses, and other important information for management review.
- Weeded gardens with garden forks, hoes and trowels, regularly using mulch mixed in with pre-emergent to prevent weeds from germinating.
- Ensured high-quality produce by performing thorough inspections and sorting tasks.
- Increased crop yield by implementing effective planting and harvesting techniques.
- Used water hoses, disinfectant solutions and shovels to clean livestock pens.
- Managed inventory levels of various supplies including seeds, fertilizers, feedstock ensuring timely reordering when necessary.
- Protected long-term soil health through implementation of crop rotation plans designed to reduce erosion and maintain nutrient balance.
- Enhanced worker safety with regular training on proper handling of tools and equipment.
- Participated in community outreach activities aimed at promoting agricultural awareness and fostering positive relationships with local consumers.
- Loaded and unloaded farm supplies and materials and stored in correct barn location.
- Replaced animal's hay and water regularly while watching animals for changes in behavior or demeanor.
- Performed regular maintenance to keep farm equipment in safe working order.
- Maintained and repaired fences, buildings and other farm structures as part of groundskeeping duties.
- Monitored and maintained irrigation systems to optimize water levels for crops.
- Used grease guns and oil cans to lubricate and adjust farm equipment.
- Prepared and administered vaccinations and medications to animals.
- Repaired farm equipment, completing both emergency, and preventive maintenance quickly and accurately.
- Promoted animal safety and health by providing proper nutrition, housing and medical care.
- Planted, cultivated and harvested corn, wheat and hay crops for optimal growth.
- Supervised work activities of farm laborers and provided instruction and guidance.
- Recorded and reported crop yields, expenses and other farm-related data for management decision-making.
- Cleaned, repaired and maintained farm machinery and tools to keep resources in good working condition.
- Harvested crops at proper time for maximum yield and quality.
- Prepared land for planting crops to sow seeds for successful harvests.
- Handled and moved various plants and produce using tractors and wheelbarrows.
- Constructed and maintained farm buildings, fences and other structures to protect livestock.
- Examined livestock animals for signs of illness and injury.
- Administered vaccinations to animals to prevent spread of disease.
- Applied nutrients to soil to enhance crop growth and development.
- Cared for livestock by cleaning and disinfecting pens and facilities.
- Branded or tagged livestock with name.
- Adhered to agricultural procedures and guidelines to promote safety in barns and fields.
- Inspected crops for signs of pests and disease to implement necessary control measures.
- Trimmed and removed unwanted plant growth to improve health and yield of crops.
- Cultivated fields, maintaining soil to provide crops with optimal growing environments.
- Irrigated farm soil and performed repairs and routine maintenance on pipes and pumps.
- Participated in local events and activities to promote farm and build relationships with community.
- Maintained records of crop yields, livestock and other essential farm data to track farm performance.
- Kept records of expenses and revenues to help management with budgeting.
- Promoted and sold crops, livestock and other farm products to customers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Godley High School
Godley, TXSkills
- Lawn and Grounds Maintenance
- Grounds Maintenance
- Operating mowers and tractors
- Dedicated Work Ethic
Timeline
Groundskeeper
Self Employed Services
02.2021 - Current
Custodian/Grounds Crew Member
Godley Independent School District
01.2018 - 02.2021
Farm Laborer
Ben Smelley (Father)
01.1989 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Godley High School