Equipment operation
Jeffrey Carey
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Homosassa,FL
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Enthusiastic individual experienced in resolving conflicts and issues with exceptional skill and poise. Offering engaging and pleasant personality with expertise ensuring projects meet safety regulations, policies and procedures.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Foreman
OJs Professional Lawn Care
Homosassa, FL
02.2021 - Current
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Meticulously tracked parts and equipment used on each job site.
- Interviewed, hired and trained new workers.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Wrote production reports to help senior leadership make accurate operational plans and decisions.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Calculated materials and labor required to complete jobs on-schedule and prepared estimates.
- Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
- Completed timesheets and project reports on time to maintain client files for future reference.
- Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance for long-term functionality.
- Followed planned landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, sown grass, flowers and foliage.
- Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees and grass.
- Removed weeds, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Enhanced visibility and improved tree and bush shape through intentional pruning.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Applied pest control substances to eradicate weeds and other pests affecting plant life.
- 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.
- Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls and flower beds.
- Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands.
Meter Reader
Citrus County Board Of County Commissioners
Lecanto, FL
06.2018 - 01.2021
- Checked accuracy of meters against previous data and kept detailed reports of inconsistencies.
- Increased customer satisfaction rates through effectively communicating meter statuses and functionality with customers.
- Attended safety meetings and took part in safety awareness trainings and programs.
- Visited Number Type meters daily and kept detailed informational records.
- Maintained personal and equipment safety for changing weather conditions.
- Answered questions regarding meter readings and deescalated situations regarding tickets or other information.
- Used software to transfer collected data to company databases daily.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Foreman
Mikel Liston's Lawn Care
Crystal River, FL
03.2015 - 06.2018
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Mowed, trimmed and maintained exterior building spaces on regular schedule.
- Monitored over 5 workers to complete projects on-time and under budget with both client and employee satisfaction.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
- Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance for long-term functionality.
- Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls and flower beds.
- Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees and grass.
- Worked with customers to develop designer landscaping plans for various budgets.
- Used shears, pruners and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Answered questions and addressed customer concerns according to rigorous timetables, supporting diverse lawn health and landscape development requests.
- Installed underground sprinkler systems to provide grass and gardens with adequate water supply.
- Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
- Handled hedge, bush and shrub trimming.
- Completed timesheets and project reports on time to maintain client files for future reference.
- Opened containers with steel cutters, claw hammers and other hand tools.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching and edging of lawns.
- Rearranged planting beds and flower gardens seasonally.
- Removed weeds, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts and wheelbarrows.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Maximized water conservation, checking sprinkler spray angles and testing digital controller performance.
- Mulched gardens, placed sod and adjusted soils to provide optimal growth potential.
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Cultivated soil and added fertilizer, compost and amendments.
- Enhanced visibility and improved tree and bush shape through intentional pruning.
- Monitored weekly and daily scheduled tasks to achieve desired workflow speed.
- Inspected machinery to spot damage and note needed maintenance repairs.
- Created striking landscape designs, applying years of diverse industry knowledge.
- Applied weed and pest control chemicals to lawns, protecting grass growth and improving appearance.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding and general clean-up.
- Installed and maintained landscapes at homes, offices and parks.
- Diagnosed lawn and garden issues and recommended targeted solutions.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
Lawn Maintenance Technician
Paul Castagna Lawn & Landscape
Homosassa, FL
02.2012 - 03.2015
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
- Used shears, pruners and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
- Handled hedge, bush and shrub trimming.
- Removed weeds, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Mulched gardens, placed sod and adjusted soils to provide optimal growth potential.
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Applied weed and pest control chemicals to lawns, protecting grass growth and improving appearance.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding and general clean-up.
- Installed and maintained landscapes at homes, offices and parks.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
Lawn Care Technician
The Grounds Guys
Tallahassee, FL
05.2010 - 02.2012
- Removed weeds, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Applied pest control substances to eradicate weeds and other pests affecting plant life.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
- Maximized water conservation, checking sprinkler spray angles and testing digital controller performance.
- Enhanced visibility and improved tree and bush shape through intentional pruning.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
- Followed planned landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, sown grass, flowers and foliage.
- Completed timesheets and project reports on time to maintain client files for future reference.
- Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees and grass.
- Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls and flower beds.
- Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance for long-term functionality.
Foreman
West Coast Lawn & Landscaping
Homosassa, FL
03.2005 - 05.2010
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
- Used shears, pruners and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Installed underground sprinkler systems to provide grass and gardens with adequate water supply.
- Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees and grass.
- Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance for long-term functionality.
- Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
- Completed timesheets and project reports on time to maintain client files for future reference.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding and general clean-up.
- Removed weeds, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Monitored weekly and daily scheduled tasks to achieve desired workflow speed.
- Maximized water conservation, checking sprinkler spray angles and testing digital controller performance.
- Diagnosed lawn and garden issues and recommended targeted solutions.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Rearranged planting beds and flower gardens seasonally.
- Applied weed and pest control chemicals to lawns, protecting grass growth and improving appearance.
- Mulched gardens, placed sod and adjusted soils to provide optimal growth potential.
- Installed and maintained landscapes at homes, offices and parks.
- Arranged winter decorations, holiday lights, wreaths and garlands.
- Enhanced visibility and improved tree and bush shape through intentional pruning.
- Handled hedge, bush and shrub trimming.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Inspected machinery to spot damage and note needed maintenance repairs.
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
- Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
Education
High School Diploma -
Deland High School
Deland, FL 08.1993 - 05.1997
Skills
Safely processes and procedures
Exceptional time management skills
Inventory management
Flexible and Adaptable
Effective communication
Critical Thinking
Teamwork and Collaboration
Maintenance and Repair
Written Communication
Planning and Coordination
Decision-Making
Detail Oriented
Timeline
Foreman
OJs Professional Lawn Care
02.2021 - Current
Meter Reader
Citrus County Board Of County Commissioners
06.2018 - 01.2021
Foreman
Mikel Liston's Lawn Care
03.2015 - 06.2018
Lawn Maintenance Technician
Paul Castagna Lawn & Landscape
02.2012 - 03.2015
Lawn Care Technician
The Grounds Guys
05.2010 - 02.2012
Foreman
West Coast Lawn & Landscaping
03.2005 - 05.2010
High School Diploma -
Deland High School
08.1993 - 05.1997
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