- Cooking
- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Baking
- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Volunteering at community kitchens and food-related charities
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Photography
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate
- Interior Design
- Drawing and Painting
- Acting and Theater
- Outdoor Recreation
- Gardening
- Rock Climbing
- Volunteering
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Hiking
- Playing Sports
- Camping
- Kayaking
- Running
- Backpacking
Justin Powell
Kenosha WI,Wisconsin
Summary
Dedicated landscape professional with a strong work ethic and expertise in seasonal maintenance and heavy equipment operation. Successfully enhanced curb appeal for clients while ensuring safety and efficiency at The Dry Guys. Proven ability to build client relationships and deliver exceptional results through effective communication and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Worker
Self-employeed
05.2022 - Current
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained clean worksites throughout projects by removing debris, trimming overgrown plants, and keeping tools organized.
- Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Enhanced curb appeal by maintaining and improving landscape features such as lawns, gardens, and walkways.
- Applied mulch and other soil amendments to improve plant growth conditions while also controlling weeds and retaining moisture levels.
- Developed strong client relationships by addressing concerns or requests promptly and providing excellent customer service throughout projects.
- Ensured safety on job sites by following proper procedures for operating power tools and heavy equipment.
- Elevated overall landscape appearance using a variety of hand and power tools for trimming, shaping, and pruning trees, shrubs, and hedges.
- Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance for long-term functionality.
- Collaborated with clients to design visually appealing landscapes that met their aesthetic preferences and functional needs.
- Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees, and bushes.
- Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers.
- Collected and removed debris at job sites.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts, and wheelbarrows.
- Edged and mowed lawns, flowerbeds and landscape features.
- Performed weekly groundskeeping and building maintenance for multiple satisfied customers.
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
Janitorial Lead
The Dry Guys
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Improved facility cleanliness by developing and implementing effective janitorial procedures.
- Increased customer satisfaction with consistently thorough attention to detail in all assigned areas.
- Ensured prompt response to emergency situations, minimizing downtime and potential hazards.
- Streamlined inventory management with systematic organization of cleaning supplies and equipment.
- Maintained a safe work environment through regular inspections and adherence to safety protocols.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through open communication channels among team members.
- Reduced maintenance costs by promptly addressing minor repairs before escalation.
- Reduced health risks for property occupants by implementing effective mold removal techniques.
- Restored damaged building materials after mold remediation, ensuring a safe living or working environment.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by conducting thorough mold inspections and providing detailed reports on findings.
Cook Shift Leader
The Spot Drive-in
07.2020 - 04.2022
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department standards for safety and sanitation.
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities by overseeing multiple cooking stations simultaneously while maintaining quality control standards.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Successfully managed inventory and reduced waste by carefully monitoring food usage and rotating stock.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Trained and mentored new cooks, resulting in increased productivity and improved teamwork within the kitchen staff.
- Handled high-pressure situations calmly and professionally, maintaining focus on completing tasks efficiently without compromising quality.
- Supported overall restaurant success through cross-training in various positions when necessary to provide adequate coverage during busy times.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
Education
GED -
Crystal Springs Job Corps
Crystal Springs, MS11-2004
No Degree -
West Lauderdale High School
Collinsville, MS05-2003
Skills
- Seasonal maintenance
- Heavy equipment operation
- Pest control
- Irrigation systems
- Tool maintenance
- Tree planting
- Mulching techniques
- Lawn aeration
- Chemical handling
- Pruning techniques
- Snow removal
- Turf management
- Garden bed edging
- Garden design
- Composting techniques
- Pathway construction
- Weed management
- Leaf blowing
- Tree pruning
- Flower planting
- Heavy lifting
- Lawn mowing proficiency
- Strong work ethic
- Responsible and punctual
- Landscape equipment operation
- Lawn care
- Landscape maintenance
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Documentation - Wrote and edited documents to keep staff informed on policies and procedures.
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
Interests
Timeline
Janitorial Lead
The Dry Guys
09.2024 - 06.2025
Landscape Worker
Self-employeed
05.2022 - Current
Cook Shift Leader
The Spot Drive-in
07.2020 - 04.2022
GED -
Crystal Springs Job Corps
No Degree -
West Lauderdale High School
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