John Cerchia III
Howell
Summary
Seasoned Maintenance Repairer and business owner with a proven track record in landscape design and heavy machinery operation, including a Class A commercial driver's license and strategic decision-making skills. Excelled at Grasschopper Landscaping LLC by enhancing customer satisfaction and team productivity. Demonstrated expertise in work planning and prioritization, achieving top performance at Monmouth County Road Department.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Repairer
City of Asbury Park
05.2007 - Current
- Skilled in using tools related to sitework, masonry, and carpentry including demo saws, compactors, chain saws, and equipment for concrete installation and finishing.
- Assist in Traffic Light Maintenance including but not limited to operating boom lift, changing traffic lights, bulbs, controls, etc.
- Ensures machinery is operational by performing regular checks and lubrication, monitoring tire pressure, brake fluid, and oil levels.
- Ability to operate the one-arm-bandit, skid steerer, front end loader, snow equipment, roll-off, sweeper.
Owner / Operator
Grasschopper Landscaping LLC.
01.1997 - Current
- Analyzed project blueprints and specifications to identify exact number of laborers needed to complete job.
- Conducted thorough site assessments to identify potential issues before starting construction work, minimizing delays.
- Evaluated team member strengths and assigned tasks based upon expertise and background.
- Developed work schedules for team members to maximize shift coverage.
- Increased customer satisfaction by addressing their concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
- Maintained state-of-the-art knowledge about latest trends in hardscape materials and installation techniques through ongoing professional development courses and industry networking events.
- Collaborated with landscape architects to develop visually appealing and functional hardscape designs.
- Promoted environmental stewardship among team members by incorporating sustainable hardscape materials and practices into project designs.
- Established effective communication channels with clients throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring transparency in progress updates.
- Improved team productivity with regular training sessions on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Developed customized maintenance plans for clients'' unique outdoor spaces, preserving long-term functionality and aesthetics of installed elements.
- Operated dozer and heavy equipment on slopes, hillsides and roadsides.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete projects within tight deadlines.
- Inspected, cleaned, and performed operator level maintenance on equipment in accordance with standards.
- Drove construction equipment to excavate and grade land on road beds.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, shop drawings, schematics, and orders.
- Demonstrated expertise in operating a wide range of heavy machinery, including bulldozers, excavators, and loaders.
Heavy Truck Driver
Monmouth County Road Department
09.2000 - 05.2007
- Ran front end loaders
- Rebuilt storm drains and catch basins
- Worked with blacktop
- Hauled dirt/blacktop/millings
- Ran street sweeper for 5 years
- Plowed roads and salted
- #1 on foreman's list for Civil Service
Education
High School Diploma -
Howell High School
Howell Township, NJ06-2000
Skills
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Business planning
- Employee training
- Purchasing and planning
- Strategic Decision-making
Timeline
Maintenance Repairer
City of Asbury Park
05.2007 - Current
Heavy Truck Driver
Monmouth County Road Department
09.2000 - 05.2007
Owner / Operator
Grasschopper Landscaping LLC.
01.1997 - Current
High School Diploma -
Howell High School
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