Kerri Newland

Bellevue,MI

Summary

Reliable professional with experience in caregiving, delivery, and landscaping. Known for customer service excellence, clear communication, adaptability, and strong organization while keeping clients supported, work areas safe, and daily tasks completed on time.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Landscaper

Michael Stanton

Olivet, MI

09.2020 - Current

Spread mulch, soil, and decorative plants to improve outdoor aesthetics and promote plant health.
Pruned trees and hedges, weeded, and tended vegetable gardens to promote healthy growth.
Trimmed and edged around flower beds, walks, and walls.
Operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
Maintained safe, attractive grounds by raking leaves, removing debris, and clearing pathways for accessibility.
Assisted with seasonal planting activities to enhance garden aesthetics. and landscape setup tasks.
Utilized hand tools to break up soil, transplant seedlings, and mix fertilizers to enhance soil quality. to break up dirt clumps, transplant seedlings, and mix fertilizers.
Disposed of job-site waste properly.
Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to promote safety., tools, and equipment clean and organized.

Caregiver

Private Household

Charlotte, MI

10.2015 - 02.2023

Provided daily personal care in private household settings.
Supported mobility and safe transfers throughout home.
Assisted clients in adjusting to new lifestyles during recovery. to new lifestyles during periods of incapacitation or recuperation.
Offered companionship and emotional support during private care.
Provided companionship by engaging in compassionate conversation and being an active listener to support emotional well-being.
Engaged elderly in conversation and recreational activities to improve social interaction and emotional well-being.
Facilitated exercise and daily outings for care recipients, promoting physical health and enhancing quality of life.
Prepared meals and followed dietary recommendations.
Provided reliable transportation for clients to enhance mobility to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
Performed a variety of light housekeeping tasks to maintain a clean and organized environment for ease and well-being of the care recipient.
Established trusting relationships with clients and families to foster a supportive and comfortable care environment.

Delivery Driver

Trigo Hospitality

Battle Creek, Michigan

03.2009 - 09.2020

Sorted and routed deliveries by area, enhancing service reliability and adherence to delivery schedules.
Operated vehicle safely during challenging weather conditions to support timely deliveries.
Used map apps and GPS systems to follow assigned routes.
Resolved customer service complaints professionally, fostering trust and loyalty with clients.
Maintained accurate delivery records and logs, ensuring compliance and accountability for daily routes.
Examined delivery documents for accuracy and completeness. and orders, then reported errors to supervisor.

Education

GED -

Battle Creek Public Schools

Battle Creek, MI

05-2009

Skills

Verbal and written communication
Customer service excellence
Safe driving record
Cash management
Adaptability and flexibility
Multitasking and organization

Professional conduct
Team communication
Materials handling proficiency
Packaging operations
Equipment operation standards
Quality assurance standards

Timeline