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Juan Herrera

Gurnee,IL

Summary

Reliable laborer ready for challenging work in outdoor environments. Works great in any weather and always shows up on time. Offers skills in landscaping and building basic outdoor features to meet the schools needs

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Grounds Assistant

HES,LLC
Grayslake, IL
07.2014 - Current
  • Winterized irrigation systems and restarted systems in spring.
  • Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
  • Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
  • Operated power equipment such as mowers, trimmers, blowers and hedge clippers.
  • Maintained or repaired tools or equipment for safety and longevity.
  • Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
  • Removed debris and trash from surrounding areas and disposed of recyclable materials properly.
  • Used heavy equipment, mowers and trimmers safely to prevent accidents.
  • Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Measured locations for installation of markers, utilizing tape, string or chalk.
  • Cleared snow, ice and other debris from schoolgrounds to maintain road safety.
  • Coordinated with other operators in order to efficiently complete assigned tasks within allotted time frame.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on snow plows to ensure proper operation.

Grounds Crew Member

Aramark
Grayslake, Illinois
07.2010 - 07.2014
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
  • Built or maintained greenhouses, fences or benches,
  • Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
  • Cleaned up work sites after each job was completed; disposed of trash properly.
  • Performed regular maintenance of grounds, including mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, and planting.
  • Removed debris from walkways and driveways with rakes or leaf blowers.
  • Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
  • Winterized irrigation systems and restarted systems in spring.
  • Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.

Education

High School Diploma -

secundaria
Mexico

Skills

  • Seasonal Planting
  • Tree Pruning
  • Grounds Maintenance
  • Hand Tool Expertise
  • Irrigation Systems
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Fertilizer Application
  • Facility Maintenance and Repair
  • Managing Work Crews
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Lawn Aeration
  • Equipment Repair
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Landscape Maintenance
  • Athletic Field Maintenance
  • Work Orders
  • Snow Clearing
  • Field Marking
  • Repairs and Maintenance
  • Inclement Weather Tolerance
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Maintaining Equipment
  • Equipment Troubleshooting

Timeline

Grounds Assistant

HES,LLC
07.2014 - Current

Grounds Crew Member

Aramark
07.2010 - 07.2014

High School Diploma -

secundaria
Juan Herrera