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Kevin Arechiga

Parachute, CO,Colorado

Summary

Accomplished Landscaping Crew Leader with a proven track record at Emergent Landscape, enhancing project efficiency by 30% through expert scheduling coordination and task delegation. Skilled in landscape design and team collaboration, consistently delivering high-quality results and exceeding client expectations. Demonstrates a strong work ethic and commitment to workplace safety and sustainable practices. Hardworking Gardener skilled in designing and maintaining landscaping work for diverse customers. Well-versed in keeping business operations cost-effective and customer satisfaction high. Effectively used power tools and equipment to maintain healthy plants. History of working alone or with performance-oriented team to complete more than [Number] weekly jobs. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Landscaping Crew Leader

Emergent Landscape
02.2020 - Current
  • Managed inventory of materials efficiently to ensure availability when required.
  • Conducted regular performance evaluations for crew members, identifying areas for improvement and developing personalized action plans accordingly.
  • Resolved conflicts between crewmembers professionally while maintaining focus on project goals.
  • Implemented quality control measures to consistently deliver outstanding finished landscapes.
  • Ensured safety standards were met by conducting regular site inspections, addressing potential hazards, and providing ongoing training to crew members.
  • Implemented sustainable landscaping practices to reduce water consumption and promote native plant species growth.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication, understanding their needs, and delivering high-quality results within budget constraints.
  • Mentored new team members on industry best practices, leading to a more knowledgeable workforce capable of handling complex projects independently.
  • Reduced equipment downtime by performing routine maintenance on tools and machinery, resulting in uninterrupted productivity.
  • Improved client satisfaction by effectively managing landscaping crews and ensuring timely project completion.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Installed lights, sprinklers and other outdoor features based on requirements.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Trained over new employees on equipment, closely monitoring use for safety and adherence to company protocols.
  • Identified tools, machinery and personnel required for projects and properly managed resources.
  • Supervised team member performance to meet client deadlines and requirements.
  • Delegated tasks to workers daily, taking into account personal skill levels, daily targets and necessary condition adaptations.
  • Monitored weather conditions to plan work schedules effectively and minimize project delays.

Concrete Foreman

Ashley Concrete
01.2017 - 01.2020
  • Met with engineers to plan layouts and timeframes for jobs.
  • Poured and laid concrete for [Number] projects.
  • Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
  • Adapted concrete pouring and mixing plans to daily weather and climate.
  • Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
  • Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
  • Mentored junior crew members, providing hands-on guidance in various concrete techniques and reinforcing their knowledge of industry standards.
  • Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
  • Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
  • Ordered materials and scheduled cement trucks.
  • Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
  • Delivered high-quality concrete workmanship by consistently adhering to blueprints and specifications.

Education

High School Diploma -

Glenwood Springs High School
Glenwood Springs, CO
05.2016

Skills

  • Workplace Safety
  • Heavy machinery
  • Task Delegation
  • Scheduling Coordination
  • Irrigation Systems
  • Plant identification
  • Landscape design
  • Pruning Techniques
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Lawn Care
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Using hand tools
  • Team Collaboration
  • Landscape maintenance
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Landscape equipment operation
  • Garden maintenance
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Trimming and weeding
  • Grounds Maintenance
  • Weeding and edging

Timeline

Landscaping Crew Leader

Emergent Landscape
02.2020 - Current

Concrete Foreman

Ashley Concrete
01.2017 - 01.2020

High School Diploma -

Glenwood Springs High School
Kevin Arechiga