James Balogun
Bowie,MD
Summary
Experienced with comprehensive lawn care techniques, including mowing, edging, and fertilization. Uses advanced methods and equipment to maintain healthy and aesthetically pleasing lawns. Knowledge of plant health and pest management ensures sustainable and beautiful landscapes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Lawn Care Technician
TruGreen
Upper Marlboro, MD
01.2022 - 03.2025
- Increased customer retention through exceptional communication skills and dedication to addressing concerns promptly.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient lawn care services tailored to individual needs.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained and serviced lawn care equipment to enhance longevity.
- Developed lasting customer relationships and grew network over time.
- Improved efficiency by effectively managing time spent on each job site while maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Demonstrated flexibility, adapting to scheduling changes and last-minute requests while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Applied fertilizer and other nutrients to lawns to promote healthy growth.
- Enhanced lawn health by implementing customized care plans and treating specific issues such as weeds, pests, and diseases.
Lawn Care Specialist
Go Green Gardeners
Crofton, MD
09.2020 - 01.2022
- Assisted in training new team members on company procedures, equipment usage, and safety protocols.
- Ensured safety while operating various lawn care equipment, reducing workplace accidents.
- Improved turf appearance through regular mowing, edging, and trimming services.
- Prevented damage from pests by identifying infestations early on applying appropriate treatment methods.
Pallet Jack Operator
Target
Bowie, MD
09.2018 - 04.2020
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating pallet jacks for transporting materials and organizing inventory.
- Transported products with electric pallet jack to prepare for shipping.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Verified label displays for accuracy of box content.
- Contributed to a well-organized warehouse environment through the effective use of pallet jacks in relocating stock items.
- Displayed excellent time management skills through punctual completion of assigned duties while maintaining precision in handling materials with the pallet jack.
- Prepared boxes of Products and stacked pallets.
- Promoted a safe working environment by conducting regular safety checks on all pallet jack equipment before operation.
- Upheld high-quality standards in all aspects of work performance, consistently achieving targets for order accuracy and efficiency as a Pallet Jack Operator.
Education
High School Diploma - Gender Studies
Bowie High School
Bowie, MD05.2018
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Strong work ethic
- Customer service
- Driver's license
- Weather tolerance
- Heavy lifting
- Residential landscaping
- Machine safety practices
- Physically fit
- Route management
- Chemical application
- Fertilization application
- Service sales
- Quote preparation
- Team collaboration
- Plant identification
- Responsible and punctual
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Lawn Care Technician
TruGreen
01.2022 - 03.2025
Lawn Care Specialist
Go Green Gardeners
09.2020 - 01.2022
Pallet Jack Operator
Target
09.2018 - 04.2020
High School Diploma - Gender Studies
Bowie High School