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William Robert Tawzer Jr

William Robert Tawzer Jr

Newcastle,CA

Summary

Reliable Landscape Laborer consistently shows up on time and ready to work. Willing to take on any task to support team and customer needs. Skilled in organizing supplies, planning projects and operating equipment. Career objective is to meld current work experience into a solid foundation in order to achieve maximum growth into a company, while enriching personal development. Provides superior customer service, build strong relationships with clients and business partners, and have a welcoming personality when interacting with people.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Landscape Laborer

Self-employeed
Santa Cruz, CA
01.2020 - Current
  • 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.
  • Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees and bushes.
  • Built custom fences and retaining walls.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
  • Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
  • Installed underground sprinkler systems to provide grass and gardens with adequate water supply.
  • Developed lasting customer relationships and increased client base by 80% in 6 months time.
  • Worked with customers to develop designer landscaping plans for various budgets.

Caregiver, Cancer Patient

Self-employeed
Santa Cruz, CA
08.2014 - 03.2020
  • Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being
  • Helped patient with mobility by teaching proper, safe use of ambulation assistive devices such as canes or walkers
  • Managed over 15 calls per day
  • Used Microsoft Excel to maintain records of services performed and apparent condition of patient
  • Engaged patient in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to increase quality of life and sustain needs
  • Provided transportation to doctor's appointments and grocery stores

Caregiver, Special Needs

Self-employeed
Newcastle, CA
02.2009 - 06.2014
  • Managed over 10 calls per day for client
  • Arranged transportation and accompanied patients to doctors' offices and errands
  • Used Microsoft Excel to maintain records of finances
  • Evaluated client progress toward established annual and quarterly goals
  • Documented clients' mental status, sleep and eating patterns in medical record books and was able to increase well-being of patient through this process
  • Communicated well both verbally and in writing with clients, guardians and medical professionals

Education

Associate of Arts - Accounting And Business Management

Cabrillo Community College
Aptos
05.2010

Skills

Skills & Abilities

  • Experience with hand/power tools
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Can work independently and with others efficiently
  • Punctual, tactful, and methodical when completing projects
  • Outstanding customer service skills

Software/System Skills

  • Cisco Certified Networking Associate
  • UNIX/Linux System Administration Knowledge
  • Microsoft Office (Word, Works, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, FrontPage)
  • Typing Speed: 70 wpm

Timeline

Landscape Laborer

Self-employeed
01.2020 - Current

Caregiver, Cancer Patient

Self-employeed
08.2014 - 03.2020

Caregiver, Special Needs

Self-employeed
02.2009 - 06.2014

Associate of Arts - Accounting And Business Management

Cabrillo Community College
William Robert Tawzer Jr