Donovan Freeman
Clarks Hill,US
Summary
Reliable Maintenance Laborer known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Possess specialized skills in preventative maintenance, machinery operation, and safety compliance. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and teamwork to ensure smooth operations and workplace safety. Committed to maintaining facilities in top condition through hard work and attention to detail.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Grounds Maintenance Laborer
R&D Maintenance Services, Inc
Clarks Hill, South Carolina
04.2026 - 09.2026
- Plants and/or maintains grass, flowers, trees and shrubs.
- Operate hand and powered lawn/grounds equipment.
- Repaired and painted fences, gates, benches, tables, guardrails, and outbuildings to enhance facility aesthetics and safety.
- Cleaned facilities, restrooms, and showers; removed trash and refuse to maintain sanitary conditions.
- Loads, transports and unloads material, tools, equipment and supplies.
- Performs or assists with lifting, positioning and securing of material and work pieces during installation.
- Participated in R&D safety and quality control programs, ensuring compliance with safety standards and quality requirements.
- Demonstrates dependability in attendance, work completion, and flexibility to meet business needs.
- Executed additional tasks assigned by supervisors.
Lawn Technician
Trugreen
03.2021 - 04.2026
- Executed various manual labor tasks to support lawn maintenance operations
- Applying fertilizers and other products to lawns according to schedule, safety procedures, and label instructions
- Visiting customers' homes' and providing valuable property services
- Sold lawn care services through direct engagement with customers and neighbors to expand client base
- Performing a range of common manual labor duties
Maintenance Laborer
John De La Howe
McCormick, South Carolina
02.2021 - 03.2022
- Performs or assists with routine maintenance, repair, or construction tasks on machinery, buildings, structures, utility systems, roads, etc.
- Loaded, transported, and unloaded materials, tools, equipment, and supplies to support maintenance operations.
- Assisted with lifting, positioning, and securing materials and work pieces during installation to ensure proper setup.
- Performs minor maintenance & cleaning activities for tools and equipment.
- Cleaned and organized work area to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Participates in the John de la Howe School and Quality Control Programs and upholds safety and quality requirements.
- Maintained dependable attendance and completed work tasks while adapting to changing business needs.
- Executed additional responsibilities based on team requirements.
Youth Counselor
John de la Howe School
03.2010 - 06.2021
- Informed clients and family members about addiction issues and available services or programs, and referred them to resources.
- Coordinate activities with courts, probation officers, community services, or other post-treatment agencies.
- Confer with family members or others close to clients to keep them informed of treatment planning and progress.
- Participate in case conferences or staff meetings.
- Designed and executed public education, prevention, and health promotion programs in collaboration with organizations and communities, aiming to increase awareness and access to resources.
- Develop, implement, or evaluate public education, prevention, or health promotion programs, working in collaboration with organizations, institutions, or communities.
Education
Bachelors Degree - Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy
Benedict College
Columbia , SC 08.1999 - 01.2004
McCormick High School
McCormick, South CarolinaSkills
- Lawn care techniques
- Safety procedures
- Hand tool proficiency
- Cutting tools
- Safety procedures
- OSHA compliance
- Multitasking
- Multitasking
Timeline
Grounds Maintenance Laborer
R&D Maintenance Services, Inc
04.2026 - 09.2026
Lawn Technician
Trugreen
03.2021 - 04.2026
Maintenance Laborer
John De La Howe
02.2021 - 03.2022
Youth Counselor
John de la Howe School
03.2010 - 06.2021
Bachelors Degree - Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy
Benedict College
08.1999 - 01.2004
McCormick High School