Jonathan Florence
Burlington,NC
Summary
Accomplished Grounds Manager with a proven track record at Florence's Landscaping LLC, enhancing property aesthetics and safety through innovative landscape management and erosion control. Skilled in machinery operations and demonstrating exceptional problem resolution abilities, I significantly improve outdoor spaces with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Grounds Manager
Private Residence
01.2018 - 06.2024
- Improved landscape design by planting flowers, trees, and shrubs according to client preferences and site conditions.
- Preserved property safety by removing hazardous tree limbs, leaves, and other debris from walkways and driveways.
- Maintained healthy lawns with proper mowing techniques, fertilization, and weed control treatments.
- Operated heavy machinery such as tractors, mowers, and blowers safely and effectively to complete large-scale projects in a timely manner.
- Collected and removed debris at job sites.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
Landscaper
Florence's Landscaping LLC
12.2008 - 12.2015
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Performed seasonal maintenance tasks such as pruning, aeration, fertilization, and mulching to promote plant health and longevity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bartlett Yancey High School
Yanceyville, NC2010
Skills
- Grounds Maintenance
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Drainage Solutions
- Erosion Control
- Landscape Management
- Decision-Making
- Problem Resolution
- Good Judgment
- Strong Work Ethic
- Good Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Machinery Operations
- Equipment Operation
- Power and hand tools
- Heavy Lifting
- Machine Maintenance
- Machinery Cleaning
- Basic Math
- Welding Techniques
- MIG welding
- Fabrication
Timeline
Grounds Manager
Private Residence
01.2018 - 06.2024
Landscaper
Florence's Landscaping LLC
12.2008 - 12.2015
High School Diploma -
Bartlett Yancey High School