Jonathan Grietzer
Lawrence,NJ
Summary
Hardworking professional with impressive work ethic skills. Committed to prioritizing tasks and carrying out fast-paced work to meet company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Landscape Technician
College Of New Jersey
02.2012 - Current
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Coordinated with other landscaping professionals to improve outdoor areas.
- Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
- Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
- Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Collaborated with gardeners to plan and design outdoor spaces.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Installed and maintained landscapes at homes, offices, and parks.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Operated skid steers, wheel loaders, forklifts, and yard goats.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes, and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
- Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls, and flower beds.
- Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Educated clients on proper care and maintenance of landscaping projects.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Cultivated and replanted trees and plants to maintain landscaping areas.
- Utilized creative design techniques to maximize aesthetic appeal of landscaping projects.
- Researched and identified appropriate plants and materials for landscaping projects.
- Created and maintained detailed records of landscaping projects for future reference.
- Caring for the grass, trees, plants, and hedges by mowing, pruning, or trimming them, as needed.
- Watering and monitoring the growth of the greenery.
- Extracting and disposing of invasive plants and weeds.
- Designing and creating walkways that do not compromise the lawn or its contents.
- Clearing the area of trash and dumping this appropriately.
- Discouraging passersby from walking on the lawn and through the plants.
- Conducting your duties in a manner that does not harm or disrupt the fauna.
- Informing your line manager when stock ought to be maintained, replenished, or replaced.
- Storing equipment and supplies in a safe manner.
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
- Inspected machinery to spot damage and note needed maintenance repairs.
- Updated yard design plans with clients to meet aesthetic standards.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Created striking landscape designs, applying years of diverse industry knowledge.
Warehouse Associate
Home Depot
12.2018 - 03.2019
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Manually or mechanically loaded and unloaded materials from pallets, skids, platforms, cars, lifting devices, or other transport vehicles
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50+ pounds.
- Cleaned and maintained warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety regulations.
- Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.
- Maintained warehouse accessibility and safety for customer traffic by discarding empty boxes and removing obstacles from aisles.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Excelled in customer service relations, to find their home improvement needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nottingham High School
Hamilton, NJ06.2008
Skills
- Landscape Architecture
- Growth Planning
- Preventive Equipment Maintenance
- Optimize Storage
- Project Deadlines
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Workflow Efficiency
- Operational Improvements
- Active Listening
- Team Goals
- Reading Comprehension
- Client Satisfaction
- Planning Processes
- Work Organization and Prioritization
Landscape Technician Skills Acquried:
- Reliable and Dependable
- Excel Customer Service Skills
- OSHA Regulated Work Site Safety
- Warehouse Coordination and Support
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Exceptional Time Management Skills
- Hand Truck Operation
- Loading and Unloading
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Motivated Team Player
- Handling Procedures
- Team Collaboration and Cooperation
- Merchandising and Display
- Operation Efficiency and Safety
Warehouse Skills Acquired:
Certification
- Forklift Operator, United Academy-2018-To Present
- Scissor lift Operator, United Academy-2018-To Present
- Commercial Drivers License, DMV-2012-To Present
Timeline
Warehouse Associate
Home Depot
12.2018 - 03.2019
Landscape Technician
College Of New Jersey
02.2012 - Current
High School Diploma -
Nottingham High School