JOSEPH GARCIA
Apollo Beach,Florida
Summary
Experienced landscaper with a strong background in turf maintenance, grounds care, and safe equipment operation. Known for attention to detail, dependable work ethic, and keeping properties clean, healthy, and attractive.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaper
Finch Meadows Landscape
Apollo Beach, FL
01.2026 - Current
- Maintained Finch Meadows landscape beds, lawns, and natural meadow areas
- Mowed turf, trimmed edges, and cleared debris across client properties
- Pruned hedges, ornamental plants, and overgrowth to support healthy growth
- Operated mowers, trimmers, blowers, and hand tools safely
- Applied mulch, soil amendments, and fertilizer in garden and meadow areas
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
- Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
- Laid sod on prepared surfaces for a finished look of the landscape design.
- Applied mulch and burlap coverings to bushes and trees for winter.
- Operated machinery such as bobcats or tractors when necessary.
- Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
- Maintained artificial turf by vacuuming and disinfecting after use to prevent harmful bacteria growth.
Mobile Barber
On The Go- Mobile Barber
Apollo Beach, Florida
01.2011 - Current
- Provided mobile barber services for clients across varied locations with On The Go setup.
- Sanitized clippers, razors, combs, and stations between appointments.
- Maintained tools, supplies, and travel equipment for on-site barber operations.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated mobile service routes with clients.
- Performed precision cuts, fades, and edge-ups for diverse hair types.
- Built client trust through clear communication and professional service.
- Sanitized equipment and parts and maintained work areas in neat fashion.
- Followed established procedures for cutting hair according to customer requests.
- Established a professional relationship with clients by providing quality haircuts and styling services.
- Managed cash register transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Responded to customer inquiries by phone, email, and in person.
- Ensured all safety precautions were taken while performing haircuts.
- Kept up to date on new trends in men's hairstyles and facial hair designs.
- Handled incoming phone calls and scheduled appointments.
- Performed various cuts, trims and shaves using clippers, scissors and razors.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding quickly to inquiries or complaints.
- Attended continuing education classes related to barbering techniques.
- Performed special hair treatments, scalp massages and updated styling techniques to modernize and streamline services.
- Trimmed and styled hair for weddings and special occasions to help clients look and feel best on big day.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding licensing requirements.
- Utilized diverse knowledge to style hair as requested.
- Inspected equipment regularly to ensure proper functioning before use.
- Pre-booked future appointments to increase repeat business.
- Set up workstation and treatment room with products, equipment, and supplies to facilitate services .
- Resolved customers concerns with knowledgeable and professional approach.
- Clipped and sheared hair into diverse cuts and fades for customers.
- Operated cash registers to receive payments from patrons.
- Draped and pinned protective cloths around customers' shoulders to prevent hair from falling on clothing.
- Customized styles, services and products to suit client needs and maintain customer satisfaction.
Landscape Worker
Frank Williams Lawn Maintence
Zephyrhills, Florida
01.2023 - 08.2025
- Mowed lawns for Frank Williams Lawn Maintence residential and commercial routes.
- Trimmed hedges, shrubs, and grass edges along walkways and fences.
- Raked leaves and cleared clippings from yards, driveways, and patios.
- Loaded tools, mulch, and debris onto trucks for daily service calls.
- Operated a variety of hand tools, power equipment, and trucks for landscaping projects.
- Assisted crew members with planting, watering, and seasonal landscape tasks.
- Moved soil, dug holes and planted trees, shrubs and flowers.
- Operated and maintained basic landscaping equipment and vehicles.
- Installed rocks, mulch beds and other decorative elements to enhance the look of landscapes.
- Moved backpack blowers, large containers of mulch or plant material and various sizes of lawnmowers.
- Removed debris from work sites after completion of each project.
- Weeded flowerbeds and spread fertilizer throughout gardens as needed.
- Organized supplies before beginning each project to ensure availability of necessary items.
- Laid sod pieces over prepared areas of soil in order to establish new lawns.
- Directed crew members completing landscaping tasks.
- Scheduled regular landscaping services to promote optimal growth and maintain attractive appearance of lawns and facility grounds.
Roofer/Groundsman Helper
JRJB Roofing
Apollo Beach, Florida
01.2005 - 01.2025
- Installed shingles underlayment and flashing for JRJB Roofing projects.
- Removed old roofing materials during JRJB Roofing tear-off work.
- Applied sealant around vents, chimneys, and roof edges.
- Loaded roofing materials and tools onto work trucks.
Maintenance Laborer
Campbell Property Management
Apollo Beach, Florida
12.2014 - 09.2015
- Maintained Campbell Property Management grounds, common areas, and vacant units.
- Inspected building systems and reported needed repairs to supervisors.
- Assisted turnovers by cleaning, painting, and preparing apartments for move-in.
- Responded to resident maintenance requests with prompt, professional service.
- Supported vendor access, work orders, and onsite repair coordination.
- Followed property safety rules and upheld clean, orderly work areas.
- Responded to emergency maintenance requests in a timely manner.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while performing duties.
- Utilized hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, pliers to complete tasks.
- Installed wall coverings such as sheetrock or paneling when required.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all machines used within the facility.
- Operated a variety of power tools such as grinders, saws and drills.
- Received verbal instructions from supervisor regarding daily tasks assigned.
- Provided assistance to other departments when needed to complete tasks more quickly.
- Followed established procedures for ordering parts or materials needed for projects.
- Replaced light bulbs, ballasts and other lighting components as necessary.
- Repaired broken locks, doors, windows and other building components.
- Cleaned and maintained exterior grounds of facility including sidewalks, parking lots and drainage systems.
- Performed general maintenance and repairs on buildings, equipment and machinery.
- Disassembled equipment using hand tools and hoists to begin repair work.
- Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
- Took measurements and evaluated dimensions of surrounding area to correctly install new machinery.
- Estimated cost of labor and materials for projects and communicated value to clients.
- Installed new appliances, wiring, and machinery in homes with defective equipment.
Barber
Sanchez Barber Shop
Wimauma, Florida
01.2012 - 02.2015
- Cut hair using clippers, shears, and razors for classic and modern styles.
- Shaved and lined beards with straight razor and trimmers.
- Cleaned chairs, tools, and workstations between appointments at the shop.
- Sanitized combs, clips, and blades following barber shop hygiene standards.
- Recommended grooming products for hair, scalp, and beard care.
- Built client trust through friendly service and careful attention.
- Communicated effectively with customers to create a pleasant experience.
- Sanitized equipment and parts and maintained work areas in neat fashion.
- Followed established procedures for cutting hair according to customer requests.
- Ensured all safety precautions were taken while performing haircuts.
- Managed cash register transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Responded to customer inquiries by phone, email, and in person.
- Established a professional relationship with clients by providing quality haircuts and styling services.
- Performed various cuts, trims and shaves using clippers, scissors and razors.
- Recommended hair styles to compliment clients' facial features and coloring.
- Attended continuing education classes related to barbering techniques.
- Performed special hair treatments, scalp massages and updated styling techniques to modernize and streamline services.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding licensing requirements.
- Utilized diverse knowledge to style hair as requested.
- Inspected equipment regularly to ensure proper functioning before use.
- Trimmed and styled hair for weddings and special occasions to help clients look and feel best on big day.
- Set up workstation and treatment room with products, equipment, and supplies to facilitate services .
- Clipped and sheared hair into diverse cuts and fades for customers.
- Resolved customers concerns with knowledgeable and professional approach.
- Assisted other barbers as needed during busy times or when short staffed.
- Shaved customers using standard and straight razors or clippers.
- Kept work stations clean and sanitized scissors, combs and other styling tools.
- Operated cash registers to receive payments from patrons.
- Draped and pinned protective cloths around customers' shoulders to prevent hair from falling on clothing.
Education
Restricted Barber Lic. - Barber
Artistic Beauty Academy
05-2010
GED -
Armwood Adult Program
Seffner, FL11-2005
Skills
- Turf maintenance
- Landscape equipment
- Sod installation
- Plant pruning
- Irrigation systems
- Grounds maintenance
- Site cleanup
- Material handling
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Trimming and edging flower beds
- Strong work ethic
- Equipment maintenance
- Landscape equipment knowledge
- Machine safety practices
- Bed maintenance
- Pruning and hedging
- Weeding gardens
- Maintaining equipment
- Landscaping plans
- Flower planting
- Commercial landscaping
- Turf management
- Responsible and punctual
- Pruning techniques
- Landscape equipment operation
- Stonework
- Heavy lifting
- Site cleaning and organization
- Verbal and written communication
- Lawn care
- Landscape restoration
- Lawn and grounds maintenance
- Pruning skills
Timeline
Landscaper
Finch Meadows Landscape
01.2026 - Current
Landscape Worker
Frank Williams Lawn Maintence
01.2023 - 08.2025
Maintenance Laborer
Campbell Property Management
12.2014 - 09.2015
Barber
Sanchez Barber Shop
01.2012 - 02.2015
Mobile Barber
On The Go- Mobile Barber
01.2011 - Current
Roofer/Groundsman Helper
JRJB Roofing
01.2005 - 01.2025
Restricted Barber Lic. - Barber
Artistic Beauty Academy
GED -
Armwood Adult Program