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Gavin McDonald

Tacoma,WA

Summary

I've been a team-oriented Landscape Worker with great people skills and in-depth knowledge of lawn care. Builds long-term customer loyalty by completing quality work on grass, shrubs and trees. Prevents accidents and errors through good safety behaviors. As a worker in any working environment i provide a great work ethic, and overall i am a very dependable worker.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Landscape Owner/Operator

Blaze Lawncare
Tacoma, WA
06.2023 - Current
  • Planted trees, shrubs and flowers using shovels or other equipment
  • Operated various landscaping equipment, including mowers, trimmers, and edgers
  • Communicated with clients to understand their specific landscaping needs and preferences
  • Pruned shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth or remove damaged branches
  • Kept work areas clean organized minimize potential hazards
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large landscaping projects on time.

Package Handler

UPS
Tacoma, WA
08.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted in loading delivery trucks with prepared packages.
  • Followed company policies and procedures for secure package handling.
  • Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
  • Used scanners to track parcel information, condition or receipt.

Auto Glass Installer

AA Glass Nation
Tacoma
11.2022 - 02.2024
  • Weatherproofed windows and prevented rattling by installing rubber channeling strips around frames
  • Created uniform appearances on pinchwelds with skilled use of urethane
  • Prepared pinchweld scratches with primers and allowed to dry for maximum adhesion
  • Improved fit of glass pieces by removing dirt, foreign matter and loose glass.

Education

Associates Degree in Fire Science -

Bates Technical College
Tacoma, WA
05.2025

Skills

  • Seasonal Maintenance
  • Weed Management
  • Commercial Landscaping
  • Customer Service
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Team Collaboration
  • Weather Tolerance
  • Project Management
  • Diagnosing problems
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Complaint resolution
  • Safety Procedures
  • Quality Assurance

Certification

  • S-130/S-190, Wildland Firefighter ll

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Package Handler

UPS
08.2024 - 12.2024

Landscape Owner/Operator

Blaze Lawncare
06.2023 - Current

Auto Glass Installer

AA Glass Nation
11.2022 - 02.2024

Associates Degree in Fire Science -

Bates Technical College
Gavin McDonald