Hunter Lilley
Lockport
Summary
Dedicated student with extensive experience in landscape operations and business management. Skilled in project planning, cost estimation, and maintaining high-quality service standards while fostering long-term customer relationships. Strong commitment to operational efficiency and safety compliance in all aspects of service delivery.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Operations Contractor
Lakeview Property Services
Lockport
04.2026 - Current
- Performed Landscape Installation and Maintenance service for residential and commercial properties, including mulching, edging, planting, pruning, and flower bed renovations
- Operated landscaping equipment and power tools to ensure safe and efficient project execution.
- Trimmed, removed, and installed shrubs and small trees to enhance property appearance and health.
- Conducted shrub and small tree maintenance tasks to enhance overall property appearance and promote plant health.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites while adhering to safety standards and project timelines
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work independently as part of a team in varying weather conditions.
Landscape Operations Contractor
Self Employed
Lockport
03.2020 - Current
- Planned and executed property improvement projects by evaluating site conditions, materials needed, labor requirements, and project timelines
- Managed project scheduling, customer communication, and job completion to ensure high client satisfaction and repeat business
- Trimmed, removed, and installed bushes to improve property aesthetics, enhance safety, and ensure long-term maintenance
- Scheduled projects, communicated with customers, and completed jobs to achieve high client satisfaction and foster repeat business
- Calculated material quantities and controlled job costs to minimize waste and sustain profitability
- Built long-term customer relationships through reliable service, transparent pricing, and consistent results
Intern
JFM Property Services LLC
Lockport
09.2023 - 06.2025
- Gained hands-on experience in small business operations including customer acquisition, job scheduling, and service delivery coordination
- Facilitated customer communication, service consultations, and follow-ups to enhance client retention and strengthen professional branding
- Executed financial transactions, invoicing, and payment processing while ensuring accurate business records
- Participated in financial transactions, invoicing, and payment processing while maintaining accurate business records
- Supported tax filing preparation, expense tracking, and basic bookkeeping responsibilities
- Assisted in employee scheduling, worksite coordination, and task delegation to streamline operational processes
- Studied compliance regulations to understand legal requirements for business operations, safety procedures, and operational workflows for service-based business environments
- Developed professional networking skills by interacting with clients, vendors, and subcontractors
Cook
Parkside Drive In
Lockport
04.2021 - 08.2024
- Prepared and cooked food in a fast-paced restaurant environment using commercial grills and fryers while maintaining quality and consistency standards.
- Assisted with daily food preparation, including ingredient prep, portioning, stocking, and station setup to support smooth kitchen operations.
- Worked collaboratively with team members to provide timely service and meet customer demand in a high-volume setting.
- Monitored food inventory and restocked supplies to maintain workflow and minimize disruptions during peak business hours.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service and effectively meet customer demand in a high-volume setting.
- Monitored food inventory and restocked supplies to ensure efficient kitchen operations during peak business hours.
- Assisted with opening and closing duties, including equipment cleaning, kitchen sanitation, and preparation for the next business day.
Education
No Degree - Law, Criminal Justice, Security And Intelligence
University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, PA04-2028
Skills
- Operations coordination
- Project management
- Cost control
- Payment processing
- Financial accountability
- Service billing
- Billing management
- Client communication
- Candidate assessment
- Client rapport
- Project documentation
- Project reporting
- Safety regulations
- Safety compliance
- Supply management
- Client relationship management
- Client retention
- Deadline management
- Field troubleshooting
- Team onboarding
- Resource allocation
- On-site problem-solving
- Job site coordination
- Project updates
- Customer engagement
- Customer loyalty
- Team collaboration
- Worksite safety
- Record keeping
- Documentation
- Worksite safety
- Teamwork
- Crew supervision
- Worksite safety
Timeline
Landscape Operations Contractor
Lakeview Property Services
04.2026 - Current
Intern
JFM Property Services LLC
09.2023 - 06.2025
Cook
Parkside Drive In
04.2021 - 08.2024
Landscape Operations Contractor
Self Employed
03.2020 - Current
No Degree - Law, Criminal Justice, Security And Intelligence
University of Pittsburgh