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Edward Blackmon

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong work ethic, organizational and teamwork skills.. Committed to making meaningful contributions to achieve company goals.

Overview

58
58
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator

Blackmon Landscaping and Cleanup
05.2002 - Current


  • Independent business owner responsible for landscaping and cleaning business serving residential and commercial clients.
  • Provide landscaping, yard cleanup, and property upkeep services tailored to client needs.
  • Operate landscaping equipment to enhance outdoor aesthetics and functionality.
  • Maintain grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Trim lawn, shrubs, lawn, greenery and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Ability to use trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Provide thorough janitorial duties in both commercial and residential settings.
  • Provide exceptional customer service during consultations to assess property needs accurately and recommend suitable landscaping or cleaning solutions.
  • Manage client relationships to build loyalty and drive repeat business through exceptional service.

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Blackmon Transportation Service, Inc
03.1968 - 03.2024
  • Independent business owner responsible for managing day-to-day operations, including, securing contracts and safe and timely delivery of freight.
  • Operated and maintained commerical trucks for regional and long-haul freight deliveries ensuring compliance with DOT and FMCSA regulations.
  • Conducted routine vehicle inspections to ensure operational readiness and safety standards.
  • Managed logistics by planning efficient routes to optimize delivery times.
  • Built and maintained relationships with clients, ensuring on-time performance and repeat business.
  • Maintained accurate records of mileage, fuel consumption, and delivery schedules.
  • Ensured compliance with safety, health and environmental regulations.
  • Recruited, hired and directed additional drivers to support business growth and ensure timely deliveries
  • Supervised and managed a team of drivers

Owner/Operator

Blackmon Cleaning Services
01.1993 - 04.2002
  • Independent business owner responsible for managing day-to-day operations of a residential and commerical cleaning services company.
  • Performed a full range of cleaning services such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing and polishing floors.
  • Dusted, wiped and spot cleaned furniture, fixtures, and equipment.
  • Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
  • Operated buffers and burnishers to clean and polish floors.
  • Collected and disposed of all trash and recyclables, replaced with new liners. Disinfected all trash cans as needed.
  • Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, sinks, floors and toilets.
  • Conducted minor repairs as needed to ensure building functionality.
  • Ensured compliance with health, safety, and sanitation regulations.
  • Trained new staff on proper cleaning techniques and equipment usage for efficiency.
  • Developed cleaning schedules tailored to client requirements, optimizing workflow efficiency.
  • Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals. Hazmat certified.

Education

High School Diploma -

Rosedale High School
Homewood, IL

Skills

  • Cleaning expertise
  • Commercial driving
  • Equipment operation
  • Hazardous materials handling
  • Chemical handling
  • Hazmat certified
  • Customer service-focused
  • Attention to detail
  • Team player
  • Reliable and strong work ethics

Timeline

Owner/Operator

Blackmon Landscaping and Cleanup
05.2002 - Current

Owner/Operator

Blackmon Cleaning Services
01.1993 - 04.2002

High School Diploma -

Rosedale High School

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Blackmon Transportation Service, Inc
03.1968 - 03.2024

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