JAMES SUTTON
Waynesville,NC
Summary
Dynamic landscaping professional with a strong work ethic and proven success at First Citizens Bank. Expert in grounds maintenance and landscape design, enhancing customer satisfaction through exceptional service. Skilled in irrigation installation and project management, consistently delivering high-quality results while training teams to uphold safety and efficiency standards.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaper
First Citizens Bank
08.2010 - Current
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Performed seasonal maintenance tasks such as pruning, aeration, fertilization, and mulching to promote plant health and longevity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality landscaping services and maintaining clear communication throughout the project.
- Maintained safe working environments by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Managed inventory of tools, equipment, and materials to ensure proper allocation of resources for each project.
- Provided exceptional customer service during consultations to assess property needs accurately and recommend suitable landscaping solutions.
- Trained new team members on best practices in landscaping techniques ensuring consistent quality across all projects.
- Installed lights, sprinklers and other outdoor features based on requirements.
- Optimized irrigation systems for water conservation efforts while maintaining healthy lawns and gardens.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
- Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
OWNER
Brandon Sutton Lawn & Landscaping
01.1994 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Education
CRIMINAL JUSTICE -
Western Carolina University
Cullowhee, NCSkills
- Strong work ethic
- Flexible and adaptable
- Using hand tools
- Heavy lifting
- Lawn care
- Customer service
- Grounds maintenance
- Landscape maintenance
- Responsible and punctual
- Jobsite safety
- Maintaining equipment
- Lawn and grounds maintenance
- Landscape equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Trimming and weeding
- Weeding and edging
- Planting flowers and bushes
- Landscape design
- Heavy equipment operation
- Tree and shrub planting
- Weeding gardens
- Sod laying
- Sustainable landscaping
- Pruning and hedging
- Project management
- Commercial landscaping
- Irrigation installation
- Transplanting and potting plants
- Lawn aeration
- Stonework
- Outdoor installations
Timeline
Landscaper
First Citizens Bank
08.2010 - Current
OWNER
Brandon Sutton Lawn & Landscaping
01.1994 - Current
CRIMINAL JUSTICE -
Western Carolina University
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