Jody Hawkins
Mascoutah,United States
Summary
Adept at landscape equipment operation and maintaining rigorous safety standards, I significantly enhanced operational efficiency at BrightView Landscaping. My expertise in diagnostic procedures and vehicle inspection, coupled with a proven ability to lead and complete projects on schedule, showcases my comprehensive skill set and dedication to excellence.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Crew Leader
BrightView Landscaping
06.2019 - Current
- Landscaping: Mowing, Trimming, Storm cleanup, Bush trimming, Snow removal, Attention to detail
- Making sure contract work is complete on schedule
- Inspected equipment for proper operation before use by crew members.
- Performed general maintenance on tools and equipment used by the crew.
- Organized inventory of supplies necessary for job completion; ordered additional materials when needed.
- Assisted in planting trees and shrubs according to landscape design plans.
- Operated a variety of hand tools, power equipment, and trucks for landscaping projects.
- Installed rocks, mulch beds and other decorative elements to enhance the look of landscapes.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for transport to job sites.
Landscaping
Turf Gator
Lebanon, IL
03.2018 - 06.2019
- Residential lawn care
- Maintained and operated landscaping equipment such as mowers, edgers, blowers, trimmers, and pruning saws.
Delivery Driver
G&K Express Trucking
01.2016 - 03.2018
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Ensured accurate completion of all paperwork associated with deliveries.
- Inspected delivery vehicle to ensure optimal safety and performance prior to each trip.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding any delays or issues encountered on routes.
- Adhered to all applicable traffic laws while driving delivery vehicle.
- Followed safety protocols for loading, unloading, securing, inspecting, operating, and maintaining the assigned vehicle.
Lube Tech
Meineke Car Care
06.2014 - 01.2016
- Performed oil changes and lubrication services on a variety of vehicles.
- Inspected and changed air filters, fuel filters, transmission fluid, coolant levels and other fluids as needed.
- Installed new windshield wiper blades and checked tire pressure.
- Checked for any signs of wear or damage to brakes, suspension systems, steering components, exhaust systems and other parts of the vehicle.
- Tested batteries using specialized equipment such as digital multimeters.
- Replaced spark plugs and ignition wires when necessary.
- Diagnosed engine problems by performing visual inspections, listening for unusual noises or checking warning lights on the dashboard.
Lube Tech
Auffenberg Volkswagen
12.2012 - 06.2014
- Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
- Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
- Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
- Removed old oil, replaced filters, and added correct amounts of fluids.
- Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
Education
Did Not Graduate -
Coventry High School
Coventry, RISkills
- Lawn Care
- Shoveling/plowing snow from walkways
- Landscape equipment knowledge
- Using hand tools
- Commercial/Residential landscaping
- Maintaining equipment
- Landscape equipment operation
- Diagnostic procedures
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety practices
Languages
English
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Crew Leader
BrightView Landscaping
06.2019 - Current
Landscaping
Turf Gator
03.2018 - 06.2019
Delivery Driver
G&K Express Trucking
01.2016 - 03.2018
Lube Tech
Meineke Car Care
06.2014 - 01.2016
Lube Tech
Auffenberg Volkswagen
12.2012 - 06.2014
Did Not Graduate -
Coventry High School
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