Jeremy Adado
Mt. Morris
Summary
Assertive Lawn Care Business Owner with background in managing all aspects of lawn care and maintenance. Skills include business operations, crew leadership, customer service, and knowledge of horticulture practices. Demonstrated success in growing business clientele through effective marketing strategies and quality service delivery. Strong problem-solving abilities with focus on client satisfaction and team productivity.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
2006
2006
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lawn Care Business Owner
Adado's lawn and landscapes
Clio
09.2023 - Current
- Managed daily operations of lawn care services and landscape projects.
- Supervised a team of technicians and landscapers for efficient task completion.
- Developed customized lawn maintenance plans for residential and commercial clients.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for service appointments and equipment use.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Maintained equipment to ensure reliability and quality of service delivery.
- Established strong relationships with clients through effective communication techniques.
- Implemented sustainable practices to enhance service offerings in landscaping projects.
- Scheduled appointments with customers for lawn care services.
- Maintained equipment and vehicle in good working order to prevent breakdowns and service delays.
- Performed regular mowing, edging, trimming, aerating, overseeding and fertilizing services for residential and commercial customers.
- Operated power equipment such as mowers, trimmers, blowers and other tools safely and efficiently.
- Inspected properties before beginning work to identify existing issues or special requirements.
- Provided estimates to potential clients based on their individual needs.
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive lawn care plan tailored to each customer's needs.
- Scheduled regular landscaping services to promote optimal growth and maintain attractive appearance of lawns and facility grounds.
- Supervised staff performance to ensure that work was completed according to established standards.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
- Maintained records of services rendered, including invoices, payments, and contracts.
- Identified and targeted business opportunities from new and existing clients.
- Developed and implemented customized contracts and set pricing structures and service terms.
- Conducted training sessions for new employees on proper use of equipment and safety procedures.
- Handled wide-ranging administrative functions from accounts payable and receivable to accounting.
- Established quality control procedures to guarantee customer satisfaction.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for the most competitive prices on supplies.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times when operating machinery or working with hazardous materials.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations including staffing decisions, inventory management and payroll processing.
- Managed a team of lawn technicians to ensure quality service delivery.
- Arranged shrubs and flowers to create landscape effects.
- Coordinated with suppliers to purchase necessary materials in an efficient manner.
- Installed irrigation systems, rock gardens and ponds to simplify watering needs.
- Created marketing campaigns to promote business growth through print media, radio ads, television commercials, direct mailings and online platforms.
- Kept up-to-date with industry trends by attending seminars and reading trade publications.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives throughout the organization.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision-making.
- Developed business from ground up and prepared records and operations for smooth handover to new owners.
- Analyzed financial statements and trends to manage cash flow and make business decisions.
- Mentored and trained new hires on sales techniques and customer service procedures.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable, and accounts receivable and payroll.
- Reconciled daily sales, prepared bank deposits and assessed financial transaction reports.
- Improved company's quality and productivity by streamlining systems and processes.
- Supervised company social media and marketing efforts to expand brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Established favorable relationships with vendors and contractors, facilitating contract negotiation and development of marketing and sales strategies.
- Prepared weekly schedules to verify proper floor coverage within fiscal guidelines.
- Conducted competitive analysis to inform strategic planning and positioning.
- Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
- Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.
- Decorated gardens, paths and beds with stones or plants.
- Shoveled snow and spread salt on walkways and parking lots.
- Provided proper upkeep of planters, paved areas or other grounds features.
- Adjusted amount of water consumption using irrigation methods to prevent waste.
- Advised customers on plant, flower or shrubbery care.
- Set support stakes and attached wires from planted trees.
- Built or maintained greenhouses, fences or benches,
- Winterized irrigation systems and restarted systems in spring.
- Cared for artificial turf fields, periodically removing turf and replacing cushioning pads.
- Maintained artificial turf by vacuuming and disinfecting after use to prevent harmful bacteria growth.
Laborer
Ideal Contracting LLC
Warren
09.2018 - 09.2022
- Operated hand tools and power equipment for various construction tasks.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment.
- Assisted skilled tradespeople with installation and assembly projects.
- Cleared job sites of debris and maintained cleanliness for efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for transportation to designated areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks effectively and on time.
- Conducted routine inspections of tools and equipment to ensure proper functionality.
- Reported issues or hazards to supervisors for timely resolution.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel.
- Operated various power tools such as drills and saws safely while following manufacturer's instructions.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Loaded and unloaded daily material shipments, keeping products organized and secure to prevent damage and optimize handling.
- Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
- Transported heavy items from one location to another using hand trucks or carts.
- Performed regular checks of equipment for proper operation and safety compliance.
- Cut materials into specified sizes for installation using tile cutters and power saws.
- Mixed, poured, and spread concrete, asphalt gravel, and other materials.
- Stacked and arranged products on pallets according to size and weight requirements.
- Lubricated and cleaned machinery and tools.
- Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins to keep warehouse organized.
- Prepared surfaces prior to painting by sanding, scraping, patching holes, and filling cracks with putty or plaster.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Poured concrete foundations for structures such as buildings or bridges according to blueprints provided.
- Repaired damaged drywall sections including taping joints and applying texture coats as needed.
- Assembled scaffolding around construction sites for use by laborers during high-rise building projects.
- Unloaded freight from containers and organized them for storage in designated areas.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and product locations in the warehouse.
- Installed insulation into walls using blow guns or similar tools while adhering to safety guidelines.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Assisted with diverse construction challenges to help team and customer.
- Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
- Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
- Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
- Installed sewer, water or storm drain pipes using pipe-laying machinery or laser guidance equipment.
- Performed site activities required of green-certified construction practices.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
Landscaper
Superior Lawn And Landscape Services
Fenton
03.2005 - 09.2021
- Maintained landscape health through regular mowing and trimming practices.
- Operated landscaping equipment to complete designated tasks efficiently and safely.
- Assisted in planting flowers, shrubs, and trees according to design specifications.
- Cleared debris from lawns and garden beds to maintain cleanliness and appearance.
- Collaborated with team members to execute landscape design projects effectively.
- Applied mulch and fertilizers to enhance soil quality and plant growth.
- Monitored plant health, identifying issues such as pests or diseases promptly.
- Educated clients on proper lawn care techniques for sustainable maintenance.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
- Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
- Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
- Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
- Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
- Laid sod on prepared surfaces for a finished look of the landscape design.
- Applied mulch and burlap coverings to bushes and trees for winter.
- Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
- Operated machinery such as bobcats or tractors when necessary.
- Participated in snow removal services during winter months.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
- Planned and designed landscaping projects to meet customer needs and preferences.
- Repaired walkways with pavers or concrete blocks when needed.
- Performed routine maintenance of irrigation systems including repairs when needed.
- Built retaining walls using stones or bricks for stability purposes.
- Inspected property for signs of damage or infestation from pests or weeds.
- Utilized automatic sprayers to mix and spray fertilizers and herbicides onto grass and trees.
- Picked and chose new shrubs and plants according to bedding and sunlight.
- Provided customer service, addressing client concerns and ensuring satisfaction with completed projects.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
- Installed outdoor lighting systems to enhance the nighttime appearance of landscapes.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
- Decorated gardens, paths and beds with stones or plants.
- Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
- Shoveled snow and spread salt on walkways and parking lots.
- Set support stakes and attached wires from planted trees.
- Performed erosion control measures to protect landscape features and surrounding areas.
- Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
Education
Paro
Kersely, MISkills
- Equipment maintenance
- Lawn care planning
- Landscape design
- Customer service
- Scheduling appointments
- Team supervision
- Supply management
- Conflict resolution
- Staff training
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Eco-friendly practices
- Team leadership qualities
- Project management experience
- Training and mentoring
- Horticulture
- Lawn maintenance expertise
- Business development strategies
- Soil analysis proficiency
- Decision-making capacity
- Quality control measures
- Budgeting and finance
- Scheduling and planning
- Marketing and promotion
- Process improvement
- Project management
- Sales oversight
- Team collaboration and leadership
- Start-up operations
- Business marketing
- Employee training
- Financial management
- Contract management
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Performance improvement
- Entrepreneurial leadership
- Operations management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Cost control and budgeting
- Innovation management
- Financial planning
- Negotiation
- Strategic planning
- Staffing oversight
- New business development
- Relationship building
- Incident response
- Strategic Decision-making
- Cross-functional team coordination
- Purchasing and planning
- Employee development
- Business development
- Quality assurance
- Consulting
- Staff management
- Issue resolution
- Change management
- Customer relations
- Public speaking
- Sales strategics
- Professional networking
Timeline
Lawn Care Business Owner
Adado's lawn and landscapes
09.2023 - Current
Laborer
Ideal Contracting LLC
09.2018 - 09.2022
Landscaper
Superior Lawn And Landscape Services
03.2005 - 09.2021
Paro