Jake Merkle

Landscaper Laborer/Equipment Operator

Maney's Lawnscape

03.2020 - 04.2023

Operated wheel loaders, forklifts, Case SR250, TV340, Bob Cat skid steers, Ride On Rollers, and haul trucks.
Educated in operating Dump Trucks, and can use a broad range of power tools such as Stump Grinders and Bush Hogs.
Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
Applied mulch to garden beds for protection against weeds and unwanted growth.
Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls and flower beds.
Applied weed and pest control chemicals to lawns, protecting grass growth and improving appearance.
Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees and grass.
Answered questions and addressed customer concerns according to rigorous timetables, supporting diverse lawn health and landscape development requests.
Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding and general clean-up.
Removed weeds, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers.
Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
Collected and removed debris at job sites.
Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
Handled hedge, bush and shrub trimming.
Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees and bushes.
Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts and wheelbarrows.
Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance for long-term functionality.
Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
Inspected machinery to spot damage and note needed maintenance repairs.
Enhanced visibility and improved tree and bush shape through intentional pruning.
Applied chemicals to remove unwanted weeds and pests.
Illustrated landscaping skills by planting grass, flowers and shrubs.
Installed underground sprinkler systems to provide grass and gardens with adequate water supply.
Assisted with weekly project planning and crew scheduling.
Collaborated with senior leaders to support quality paving, digging and concrete mixing.
Reviewed plans and designs to verify completeness of grounds work.
Completed timesheets and project reports on time to maintain client files for future reference.
Worked with customers to develop designer landscaping plans for various budgets.
Assessed pest damage and safely used appropriate pesticides for mitigation and control.
Followed planned landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, sown grass, flowers and foliage.
Created striking landscape designs, applying years of diverse industry knowledge.
Acquired customer feedback for operational improvement initiatives.
Maximized water conservation, checking sprinkler spray angles and testing digital controller performance.
Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on project requirements and keep teams on tight schedules.
Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
Placed tools and job site machinery in locked areas and secured location at end of each shift.
Resolved most mechanical issues independently and worked with supervisors and senior personnel to resolve complicated problems.
Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
Ripped out existing asphalt and concrete to prepare for site changes and new construction.
Controlled simultaneous machine operations by communicating with and directing individual operations.
Avoided hazards such as hanging or buried utility lines when operating equipment.
Selected and fastened bulldozer blades or other attachments to tractors using hitches.
Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects.