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Joseph Bernard

Solomons,MD

Summary

Hardworking Grounds worker skilled in maintaining landscaping work in diverse applications. Well-versed in keeping business operations cost-effective and employer satisfaction high. Effectively used power tools and equipment to maintain healthy plants. History of working alone or with performance-oriented team to complete any task assigned.

Overview

53
53
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Grounds Worker

Calvert Marine Museum
Solomons, Maryland
04.2009 - 07.2022
  • 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.
  • Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
  • Handled hedge, bush and shrub trimming.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
  • Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
  • Performed maintenance of grounds equipment
  • Set up for events such as concerts, weddings and parties
  • Coordinated with the event customers to make sure they had everything they needed and If not, provide it for them to the best of the museums ability

Sales Associate

Bordines Nursery
Howell, MI
03.2005 - 04.2008
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new and potential customers.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Answered customer questions regarding sizing, accessories and proper care for merchandise.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.

Mailroom Supervisor

Brighton Argus
Brighton, Michigan
01.2003 - 04.2008
  • Identified major problems when mailroom equipment malfunctioned.
  • Verified proper distribution of incoming mailer inserts to correct zipcodes.
  • Diagnosed machinery issues, which included paper jams and handled basic maintenance tasks.
  • Coordinated mailroom team's workflow, delegating tasks to all employees.
  • In charge of all employees time sheets and payroll

Machine Operator

Ann Arbor News
Ann Arbor, Michigan
02.1972 - 04.2003
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Set up and ran machinery to produce exceptional newspapers daily.
  • Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
  • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
  • Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.

Education

High School Diploma -

Pioneer High School
Ann Arbor, MI
06.1976

Skills

  • Landscaping Design Review
  • Decorative Landscaping
  • Customer Service
  • Machine Safety Practices
  • Basic Stonework Design
  • Responsible and Punctual
  • Pest Control Chemicals
  • Hedge Trimming
  • Chemical Applications
  • Jobsite Safety
  • Sod Laying
  • Work Organization and Prioritization
  • Weeding and Edging
  • Plant Knowledge
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Maintaining Equipment
  • Leaf Raking, Mulching and Composting
  • Flower Bed Cleaning
  • Shoveling Snow From Walkways
  • Landscape Equipment Knowledge

Timeline

Lead Grounds Worker

Calvert Marine Museum
04.2009 - 07.2022

Sales Associate

Bordines Nursery
03.2005 - 04.2008

Mailroom Supervisor

Brighton Argus
01.2003 - 04.2008

Machine Operator

Ann Arbor News
02.1972 - 04.2003

High School Diploma -

Pioneer High School

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