Manuel Baches
Seattle
Summary
Adaptable landscaper and journeyman ironworker with a focus on customer service and teamwork. Proven ability to implement tailored solutions while ensuring jobsite safety and quality standards are met.
Dedicated landscaper with a strong work ethic, known for delivering customized landscaping solutions and maintaining high-quality standards. Committed to enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication and attention to detail.
Results-driven professional with extensive experience in landscaping and ironworking. Skilled in jobsite safety, team collaboration, and process improvements that reduce waste. Ready to leverage expertise to enhance project efficiency and maintain a safe working environment.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaper
Self-employeed
Seattle, WA
01.2024 - Current
- Designed and implemented landscape layouts to enhance aesthetic appeal of residential and commercial properties.
- Operated a variety of landscaping equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and safety procedures were followed.
- Coordinated planting schedules to optimize seasonal growth and maintain plant health across multiple sites.
- Evaluated client needs to create customized landscaping solutions that align with their vision and budget.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced material waste while enhancing overall project efficiency and effectiveness.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Performed seasonal maintenance tasks such as pruning, aeration, fertilization, and mulching to promote plant health and longevity.
- Maintained safe working environments by adhering to safety protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality landscaping services and maintaining clear communication throughout the project.
- Managed inventory of tools, equipment, and materials to ensure proper allocation of resources for each project.
- Designed and installed custom landscape features to meet clients'' aesthetic preferences and functional needs.
- Resolved client concerns promptly by addressing issues professionally and offering viable solutions.
- Provided exceptional customer service during consultations to assess property needs accurately and recommend suitable landscaping solutions.
Journeyman Ironworker
Local 86
Seattle, WA
03.2005 - 12.2025
- Fabricated and installed structural steel components for various construction projects.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate implementation of designs.
- Collaborated with project managers to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.
- Mentored apprentices in safety protocols and ironworking techniques.
- Conducted inspections of completed work to maintain high-quality standards.
- Implemented safety measures that reduced workplace incidents during operations.
- Coordinated with other trades to ensure seamless integration on job sites.
- Demonstrated commitment to excellence by adhering to industry standards while erecting steel frameworks for various structures.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through precise cutting, fitting, and aligning of steel components.
- Demonstrated adaptability in the face of unexpected challenges, employing creative problem-solving skills to devise effective solutions on the job site.
- Expedited construction timelines through proficient use of cranes for accurate placement of structural elements.
- Increased overall team competency by providing mentorship and guidance to apprentice ironworkers, sharing knowledge and expertise.
- Reduced downtime on projects by conducting regular maintenance checks on rigging equipment and tools.
- Ensured project safety through diligent inspection of equipment and adherence to safety protocols.
- Improved workplace organization by maintaining a clean job site, reducing hazards and increasing efficiency.
- Upheld strict quality control measures by conducting thorough inspections of completed work for accuracy and alignment with blueprint specifications.
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
- Safeguarded fellow workers from potential hazards by diligently maintaining proper fall protection systems during all phases of construction activity.
- Supported successful project completion with timely installations of metal decking, stairs, and handrails as required.
- Delivered reliable performance in extreme weather conditions while working at significant heights on a variety of projects.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- Showcased versatility in skillset through the ability to work on diverse projects including commercial buildings, bridges, stadiums, and power plants.
- Contributed to efficient project completion by expertly interpreting blueprints and following specifications.
- Optimized material usage with careful planning and precise measurements, minimizing waste on each project.
- Increased team productivity by coordinating tasks with fellow ironworkers, promoting effective communication and collaboration.
- Inspected projects, identified issues that occurred and implemented corrective measures.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Inspected completed work for accuracy and adherence to building codes and safety standards.
- Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Determined size, shape, placement, and material of supports based on blueprints and structural standards.
Education
No Degree -
Hector Mauricio
El SalvadorSkills
- Strong work ethic
- Heavy lifting
- Flexible and adaptable
- Using hand tools
- Lawn care
- Customer service
- Grounds maintenance
- Landscape maintenance
- Responsible and punctual
- Jobsite safety
- Team collaboration
- Maintaining equipment
- Lawn and grounds maintenance
- Weather tolerance
- Garden maintenance
Timeline
Landscaper
Self-employeed
01.2024 - Current
Journeyman Ironworker
Local 86
03.2005 - 12.2025
No Degree -
Hector Mauricio