John Garland
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Skilled Labor Worker with a record of success in maintenance, repair, and general labor throughout multiple jobs from outdoor landscaping to pressure washing with heavier equipment and chemicals. Multitasks and works well in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Flexible work schedule with expertise operating basic hand and power tools. Excellent work performance in individual and team roles combined with training and overseeing other employees during the ongoing 4 years at congaree and Penn farm and mills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Laborer
Newton Outdoors
03.2024 - Current
- Maintained commercial and residential landscapes with comprehensive and diverse team.
- Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
- Performed weekly groundskeeping and building maintenance for multiple satisfied customers.
Lead Server/Team Trainer
Congaree and Penn
01.2021 - Current
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Taught staff how to deliver outstanding service to every customer without sacrificing profit objectives.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Oversaw daily operations of service team, delegated tasks, and trained new staff.
Pressure Washer
Beachside Pressure Washing
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Inspected washing tools, equipment, and materials daily for damage or needed repairs.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Used scrapers, brushes and cleaners to eliminate layered on dirt, mud, or debris.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, Florida, FL01-2021
Skills
- Equipment management
- Worksite organization
- Vehicle fueling
- Site preparation
- Hand tools operation
- Pressure washing
- Staff management
- Chemical application
- Landscape equipment operation
- Radio communication
- Vessel maintenance
- Basic carpentry
- Weather forecasting
- First aid administration
- Clean driving record
- Environmental awareness
- Maintenance and repair
Certification
- Boating license Fl
- PADI (Scuba) certification
- Drivers license Fl (clean driving record)
- TIPS (Safe serve alcohol training)
Timeline
General Laborer
Newton Outdoors
03.2024 - Current
Pressure Washer
Beachside Pressure Washing
01.2022 - 01.2024
Lead Server/Team Trainer
Congaree and Penn
01.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of North Florida