Joshua Smith
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
Thrives on learning new skills quickly and approaches daily challenges with flexibility and openness to changing needs. Superior work ethic with excellent communication, multitasking and prioritization skills. Conversational abilities in [Language].
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Worker
JD mechanical
Morehead City, NC
03.2021 - 11.2022
- Developed and implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Investigated potential problems or discrepancies during production runs and took corrective action when necessary.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding progress of projects and completed tasks.
- Organized work area at end of shift to ensure it is ready for next day's production run.
- Carried out individual work in various capacities to promote business and achieve assigned goals.
- Measured and cut glass panes to fit window frames according to measurements.
- Removed old windows, caulked around edges of new frames, and applied weatherstripping.
- Assembled window frames with screws or nails and shimmed for proper alignment.
- Installed sashes, locks, screens, trim moldings and other hardware components as needed.
- Inspected finished installations for quality assurance purposes.
- Followed safety protocols when working with hazardous materials such as lead paint or asbestos.
- Repaired broken parts on existing windows by replacing worn out hinges or latches.
Laborer
LFT Custom works
Newport, NC
03.2017 - 06.2020
- Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Planned and designed landscaping projects to meet customer needs and preferences.
- Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
- Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
- Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
- Inspected property for signs of damage or infestation from pests or weeds.
- Installed water features such as fountains and sprinkler systems.
- Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
- Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
- Built retaining walls using stones or bricks for stability purposes.
Project Manager
Casey landscapes
Morehead City, NC
06.2004 - 08.2016
- Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
- Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
- Organized and scheduled crews for efficient completion of projects.
- Assisted in the selection of plants, shrubs, trees, and other materials for landscaping projects.
- Maintained accurate records on labor hours, material costs, and job progress.
- Created plans for new landscape designs based on customer needs.
- Supervised crews during all phases of construction activities related to landscaping projects.
- Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
- Installed water features such as fountains and sprinkler systems.
- Built retaining walls using stones or bricks for stability purposes.
- Assisted in building decks and patios to create outdoor living spaces.
- Performed routine maintenance of irrigation systems including repairs when needed.
- Operated machinery such as bobcats or tractors when necessary.
- Used aerial lifts to reach higher elevations while performing trimming tasks.
- Repaired walkways with pavers or concrete blocks when needed.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
- Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
- Performed preventative maintenance to keep equipment in excellent working condition.
- Built pergolas, retaining walls, decks and large and small scale water features to enhance grounds.
Education
High School Diploma -
Warwick High School
Newport News, VA06-2002
Skills
- Work Site Maintenance
- Inventory Stocking
- Production Support
- Customer Service
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Safety and compliance
- Equipment Operation
- Residential Landscaping
- Commercial Landscaping
- Landscape design
- Tree pruning
- Staff Management
- Grounds Maintenance
- Sprinkler system maintenance
- Planting
- Jobsite Safety
- Hardscape Installation
- Heavy Lifting
- Contract Management
- Project Design
- Team Collaboration
- Project Management
- Hedge cutting
- Hardscape design
- Pruning skills
- Tree and Shrub Planting
- Sod Laying
- Truck unloading
- Supply Management
- Creativity and Innovation
- Maintenance understanding
- Forklift Operation
- Material Handling
- Power Tool Operation
- Building upkeep
- Repair work
- Physically agile
- Fence Repair
- Indoor and Outdoor Painting
- Minor Carpentry
- Exterior and interior painting
- Pressure Washing
- Reading blueprints and manuals
- Household Repairs
- Deck Construction
- Power Tools
Timeline
Worker
JD mechanical
03.2021 - 11.2022
Laborer
LFT Custom works
03.2017 - 06.2020
Project Manager
Casey landscapes
06.2004 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Warwick High School