Kingston Herrera
Hazel Crest, IL 60429,IL
Summary
Dedicated landscape worker with hands-on experience at L & K Walker General Construction, skilled in seasonal maintenance and heavy equipment operation. Proven ability to enhance curb appeal through effective pruning techniques and pest control. Strong work ethic and time management skills contribute to successful project outcomes and stakeholder satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Worker Apprentice
L & K Walker General Construction
06.2020 - 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.
- Ensured safety on job sites by following proper procedures for operating power tools and heavy equipment.
Special Education Volunteer
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Ensured timely completion of assigned tasks through effective time management skills.
- Coordinated with non-profit organizations to identify needs, establishing impactful volunteer opportunities.
- Garnered positive feedback from stakeholders by consistently delivering high-quality results in all volunteer projects undertaken.
- Collaborated with fellow volunteers on problem-solving efforts, overcoming challenges to achieve project success.
Apprentice for Home Remodeler
L & K Walker General Construction
04.2021 - 07.2021
- Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
- Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.
- Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
- Adhered to company policies, procedures, and safety guidelines during daily work activities.
- Learned proper and safe use and maintenance of power tools, hand tools and safety equipment.
- Learned wide range of simple and complex techniques from on-the-job training.
- Observed experienced professionals in action, gaining valuable insights into best practices within the field.
- Exhibited strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, completing tasks diligently.
- Assisted with problem-solving of challenging projects to develop critical thinking skills.
Education
No Degree - Math And Science
Hillcrest High School
Country Club Hills, IL06-2026
Skills
- Seasonal maintenance
- Heavy equipment operation
- Pest control
- Pruning techniques
Timeline
Special Education Volunteer
06.2022 - 08.2022
Apprentice for Home Remodeler
L & K Walker General Construction
04.2021 - 07.2021
Landscape Worker Apprentice
L & K Walker General Construction
06.2020 - Current
No Degree - Math And Science
Hillcrest High School
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