James Patterson III

Nashville,TN

Summary

Professional outdoor workers with extensive knowledge in pest identification, treatment strategies, and prevention methods plus biological/ecological principles. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring effective communication and problem-solving within a work environment. Reliable and adaptive, with key skills in inspection, risk assessment, and regulatory compliance. Known for great client/customer service with sales experience as a plus.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Pest Control Inspector

LookOut Pest Control

06.2022 - Current

Pest Control Specialist with an emphasis on arachnid removal, wasp removal, cockroach removal, ant removal and rodent removal (Rats and Mice)
Interact and help customers in order to develop trust and strong clientele relationships.
Certified by the TN DOA in Category 7 Pesticide Application/Supervision/Mixing
Build customer market and sell pest control contracts to prospects and customers alike.

Detail Maintenance Landscaper

Turf Managers LLC

05.2019 - 08.2021

Mechanical repairs and tool safety.
Gained excellent customer service experience.
Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.

Education

B.S. - Environmental Science

Calvin University

Grand Rapids, MI

04.2023

High School Diploma -

Christ Presbyterian Academy

Nashville, TN

05.2019

Skills

Biological/Ecological Intelligence
Botany
Customer/Client Skills
Mechanical Repair
Able to lift 70 lbs

Sales
Attention to Detail
Integrated Pest Management
Multitasking
GIS (Geographic Information Systems)

Awards

Dean's List, 3.5 and above GPA achieved all 4 years in College
National Honors Society, 3.6 GPA achieved in High school (2018-2019)

Projects

Impact KZOO - Mission Work: Two summers (2017-2018) spent in Kalamazoo, MI with construction and community interactions implemented in low income communities.

CPC St. Louis - Mission Work: (2016) Church services spent in St. Louis, helped with construction and community gospel work with CPC (Covenant Presbyterian Church).

Classes taken:

BIOLOGY 160 (Evolutionary and Ecological Biology)
BIOLOGY 346 (Plant Taxonomy)
BIOLOGY 344 (Vertebrate Biology)
BIOLOGY 161 (Cell and Genetic systems)
BIOLOGY 364 (Global Health and Agriculture)
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES 210 (Human Impacts on Environment)
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES 302 (Environment and Society)
ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES 395 (Ethics/Philosophy in Environment)
GEOLOGY/GEOGRAPHY 101 (People, Place, and Community)
GEOLOGY/GEOGRAPHY 120 (Earth systems)
GEOLOGY/GEOGRAPHY 252 (Geomorphology)
GEOLOGY/GEOGRAPHY 260 (GIS (Geographic Information Systems) and Cartography)
GEOLOGY/GEOGRAPHY 322 (Coastal Geomorphology)

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