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Duane Jones

Butler ,PA

Summary

Industrious Landscaper offering 10 years of demonstrated success in landscaping sphere. Trained in Landscaping/ Maintenance and Landscaping/Maintenance equipment use. Committed to punctuality, efficiency and adaptability.

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.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Lawn Crew

Armstrong Group Of Companies
Butler, PA
08.2013 - Current
  • 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.
  • Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
  • Handled hedge, bush and shrub trimming.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
  • Used shears, pruners and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
  • Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
  • Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts and wheelbarrows.
  • Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls and flower beds.
  • Applied mulch to garden beds for protection against weeds and unwanted growth.
  • Planted bulbs, trees, bushes and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
  • Monitored weekly and daily scheduled tasks to achieve desired workflow speed.
  • Applied weed and pest control chemicals to lawns, protecting grass growth and improving appearance.
  • Followed planned landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, sown grass, flowers and foliage.

Account Manager

Rentway
Butler, PA
02.2004 - 11.2008
  • Addressed problems with accounting, billing and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction.
  • Built and strengthened long-lasting client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms.
  • Oversaw new business development and customer servicing.
  • Liaised between account holders and various departments.
  • Contributed to annual revenue goals by selling new services and developing new accounts.
  • Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities.
  • Listened attentively to client feedback and worked with product development team to introduce new services.
  • Educated clients on new Product or service and updated account information to maintain high standards of client service.
  • Improved account management by predicting potential competitive threats and outlining proactive solutions.
  • Delivered engaging and polished presentations to highlight products and draw favorable competitor comparisons.
  • Developed highly profitable pipeline based on multiple sales penetration techniques.
  • Capitalized on emerging trends in customer preferences and marketplaces.
  • Achieved monthly quota and grew sales to $Amount within Timeframe.

Account Manager

Rainbow Rentals
Butler, PA
06.2001 - 03.2004
  • Addressed problems with accounting, billing and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction.
  • Built and strengthened long-lasting client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms.
  • Oversaw new business development and customer servicing.
  • Liaised between account holders and various departments.
  • Secured high-value accounts through consultative selling, effective customer solutions and promoting compelling business opportunities.
  • Contributed to annual revenue goals by selling new services and developing new accounts.
  • Educated clients on new Product or service and updated account information to maintain high standards of client service.
  • Introduced new processes to improve account and market tracking for better data analysis.
  • Improved account management by predicting potential competitive threats and outlining proactive solutions.
  • Managed Number accounts by reviewing and mitigating discrepancies and collaborating with account holders.
  • Managed book of business worth $Amount across Number accounts.
  • Developed highly profitable pipeline based on multiple sales penetration techniques.
  • Achieved monthly quota and grew sales to $Amount within Timeframe.
  • Recommended brand products to customers, highlighted benefits and redirected objections to secure more than $Amount in sales.

Education

General

Butler Area Senior High School
Butler, PA
06.1999

Skills

  • Litter Removal
  • Work Organization and Prioritization
  • Protective Gear
  • Grounds Maintenance
  • New Plant and Tree Introduction
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Basic Repairs
  • Maintenance Implementation
  • Jobsite Safety
  • Routine Maintenance
  • Responsible and Punctual
  • Team Collaboration
  • Machine Safety Practices
  • Chemical Applications
  • Customer Service
  • Work Site Cleaning and Organization
  • Workflow Efficiency
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Team Goals

Timeline

Lawn Crew

Armstrong Group Of Companies
08.2013 - Current

Account Manager

Rentway
02.2004 - 11.2008

Account Manager

Rainbow Rentals
06.2001 - 03.2004

General

Butler Area Senior High School
Duane Jones