Lance Smith-Riccardi
Toledo
Summary
Detail-oriented Landscape Worker with expertise in equipment operation and erosion management. Committed to maintaining clean and safe environments, demonstrating strong teamwork and quick adaptability in various tasks. Brings a dedicated work ethic and a proactive approach to learning, ensuring valuable contributions to any team. Dedicated and dependable with additional experience in education, manufacturing, and coaching. Well known for my strong leadership skills, work ethic, and ability to motivate others. Seeking an opportunity to contribute, grow, and bring value to a strong team. CANT is one word that is NOT allowed in my vocabulary as I give 110% in any and everything that I do.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Landscape Worker
Express Employment Agency
Toledo
02.2025 - 03.2026
- Followed safety protocols while performing manual labor on-site.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for transport to job sites.
- Organized supplies before beginning each project to ensure availability of necessary items.
- Inspected sites regularly to identify potential problems with soil erosion or drainage issues.
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Inspected completed projects for quality assurance purposes.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
- Assisted in planting trees, shrubs, and flowers according to design plans.
- Collaborated with team members to complete landscape projects on schedule.
- Moved soil, dug holes and planted trees, shrubs and flowers.
- Installed rocks, mulch beds and other decorative elements to enhance the look of landscapes.
Gym Teacher
Ann Jerkins Academy of Excellence
Toledo
08.2024 - 02.2025
- Designed engaging physical education lessons for diverse student groups.
- Implemented safety protocols during all physical activities and sports events.
- Promoted teamwork and sportsmanship through collaborative games and activities.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback on skills development.
- Organized school-wide sports events, boosting student participation and fostering a sense of community.
- Motivated students to engage in physical activities through enthusiastic demonstrations and interactive lessons.
- Encouraged healthy lifestyle habits with discussions about nutrition and exercise.
- Communicated with parents about their child's progress in physical education, enhancing family involvement and support.
- Created team-building exercises to help foster collaboration among students.
- Supervised extracurricular activities including intramural sports games or tournaments.
- Developed lesson plans to cover a variety of topics such as sports, health, nutrition and safety.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades, assessments and other relevant information.
- Coached teams in different sports activities such as basketball, volleyball, soccer.
- Established rules and regulations for the gymnasium to ensure a safe environment for students.
- Assisted in resolving conflicts between students while maintaining a positive classroom environment.
- Adapted teaching methods and instructional strategies to promote learning in students of differing skill levels.
- Assessed student progress with course material through routine quizzes, final examinations, and standardized assessments.
- Prepared for classes in advance, selected and queued music beforehand and began and ended classes on time for maximum benefit to attendees.
- Demonstrated proper breathing techniques and meditation exercises.
Machine Operator/Assembler
Express Employment
Toledo
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Cutting wood and other various pieces of
- Operating heavy machinery such as a saw to cut the products
- Take pictures of the product
- Move product onto a pallet bed
- Operated machinery to assemble components for various production lines.
- Inspected products for quality and compliance with standards, contributing to overall product reliability.
- Maintained equipment through routine checks and minor repairs, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize assembly line efficiency.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for production processes.
- Documented production activities and completed daily reports accurately.
- Loaded materials into production machinery according to instructions.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance assembly processes, streamlining workflows.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Set up and operated production machinery in accordance with prescribed procedures and guidelines.
- Maintained accurate records of production data including quantity, type, and time frames of completed jobs.
- Followed established manufacturing processes to assemble components correctly.
- Inspected parts for defects using precision measuring instruments.
- Refilled inventory of screws, nuts, and bolts to maintain production flow.
- Set up and operated drill presses to drill and tap holes into parts for assembly.
- Operated drill presses, milling machines, rivet, and hardware presses safely and correctly.
- Provided assistance in troubleshooting any issues that arose during assembly processes.
- Adjusted machine components to regulate speed, pressure, temperature, and other factors as needed.
- Laid out and drilled, tapped or cut parts for assembly.
- Reworked, repaired or replaced damaged parts or assemblies.
Janitorial Lead
KBS Janitorial services
Toledo
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Supervised daily cleaning operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and enhancing overall facility cleanliness.
- Trained new staff on equipment use and cleaning procedures.
- Conducted quality inspections, identifying and resolving cleanliness issues to uphold high standards across all facilities.
- Inspected work areas to ensure janitorial staff adhered to safety regulations and industry standards.
- Addressed customer complaints regarding facility cleanliness, improving satisfaction through timely resolutions.
- Managed the disposal of trash from buildings according to established guidelines and local laws.
- Polished furniture and room accessories to keep all areas bright and fresh.
- Sanitized and cleaned sinks, mirrors, toilets and showers.
- Mixed water and detergents or acids to prepare cleaning solutions.
- Swept and damp-mopped private stairways and hallways.
- Communicated with maintenance team on damages to repair.
- Monitored cleanliness of lobby, swimming pool and other common areas.
Railroad Loader
AWC
Toledo
02.2022 - 10.2022
- Transferred Jeep trucks between train cars and parking lot to ensure timely delivery.
- Inspected equipment daily to ensure proper functioning and safety standards.
- Organized loading areas for optimal space utilization and easy access.
- Adhered to safety protocols while handling hazardous materials and equipment.
- Coordinated with supervisors on inventory levels and workflow to maintain operational efficiency.
- Kept loading dock clear and free of debris, minimizing accidents and injuries.
- Recorded numbers of units handled or moved, using production sheets or work tickets.
- Managed incoming freight reception and organized accurate placement in designated storage areas.
- Unloaded products from incoming transports.
Factory Production Worker
Sterling Pipe & Tube, Inc.
Toledo
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Operated machinery to manufacture steel pipes and tubes, ensuring consistent quality and timely production.
- Followed standard operating procedures to ensure production consistency.
- Inspected products for quality compliance, identifying and addressing defects to uphold standards.
- Collaborated with team members to meet tight deadlines, achieving production goals while ensuring high-quality output.
- Moved items between machines, conveyors, and transport equipment to meet production needs.
- Utilized hoists, cranes, and other lifting devices to move heavy items safely.
- Performed minor repairs on broken or malfunctioning machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Monitored inventory levels throughout the shift.
- Constructed components by hand-assembling parts with bolts and screws.
Education
High School Diploma -
Focus Learning Academy
Columbus, OH05-2017
Skills
- Landscape maintenance
- Site inspection
- Erosion management
- Equipment operation
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Powerr Tools
- Machine Operator
- Heavy Lifting
- Outdoor Work
- Material handling
- Trash Removal
- Sanitation
- Warehouse Cleaning
- Residential Cleaning
- Assembly Line
- Delivery Driver Experience
- Driving
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Deadline driven
- Communication Skills
- Sanitation
- Delivery Driver Experience
Certification
- Drivers License
Affiliations
- Basketball Coach
- Flag Football Coach
Timeline
Landscape Worker
Express Employment Agency
02.2025 - 03.2026
Gym Teacher
Ann Jerkins Academy of Excellence
08.2024 - 02.2025
Machine Operator/Assembler
Express Employment
05.2023 - 02.2024
Janitorial Lead
KBS Janitorial services
10.2022 - 04.2023
Railroad Loader
AWC
02.2022 - 10.2022
Factory Production Worker
Sterling Pipe & Tube, Inc.
04.2021 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Focus Learning Academy