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JOHN E. PATALANO

Palm Beach Gardens,FL

Summary

Motivated business owner bringing 31 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing personnel and operating a small business.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner/Operator

Mystic Landscaping Company
01.1984 - 01.2015
  • Effectively marketed and built client base while managing finances and invoices
  • Performed all manual tasks including but not limited to lawn and property maintenance such as mowing, trimming, clean-up, mulching, equipment and vehicle repairs, and practiced successful time management
  • Supervised the work of team members up to 20, offering constructive feedback on their work performance
  • Reviewed sales, customer concerns and new opportunities to drive business
  • Managed and help complete projects from "cradle to grave"
  • Repaired established lawns using seed mixtures and fertilizers recommended for particular soil type and lawn location
  • Planned and cultivated lawn and planted areas using bobcat, excavators, dozers, backhoes, etc
  • Maintained high-end properties estates, commercial accounts, property management
  • Reviewed sales, customer concerns and new opportunities to drive business
  • Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress
  • Established a QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records
  • Communicated with customers to identify and resolve outstanding payments, any issues.

Automotive Mechanic

Sequoia Tree Service
01.1983 - 01.1984
  • Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines, and systems through regular diagnostic checks
  • Performed preventative maintenance services on tree service vehicles
  • Conducted small engine repair by repairing/replacing worn and damaged engine components.

Diesel Mechanic

Penske
01.1982 - 01.1983
  • Collaborated with other mechanics to inspect diesel engines for signs of damage
  • Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards
  • Inspected vehicle systems to assess function and uncover defects
  • Tested and adjusted engines to foster proper performance
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.

Education

Agriculture and Landscape Design (course work) -

Rutgers University/ Cook College
New Brunswick, NJ
01.1989

Certified Diesel Mechanic -

Engine City Tech
Newark, NJ
1983

High School Diploma -

Northern Highlands Regional High School
Allendale, NJ
01.1982

Certification

  • Landscape Design, Installation, and Renovations.
  • Pesticides Licensing
  • Night Lighting
  • Underground Sprinklers
  • Pond Installations

Timeline

Owner/Operator

Mystic Landscaping Company
01.1984 - 01.2015

Automotive Mechanic

Sequoia Tree Service
01.1983 - 01.1984

Diesel Mechanic

Penske
01.1982 - 01.1983

Agriculture and Landscape Design (course work) -

Rutgers University/ Cook College

Certified Diesel Mechanic -

Engine City Tech

High School Diploma -

Northern Highlands Regional High School

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