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Manuel C Ventura

Waukegan,IL

Summary

Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in Landscaping and Construction. It is our mission to creatively solve our clients outdoor landscaping challenges and meet their needs by providing the means to turn their ideas into a beautiful reality.


we achieve this mission by building faith in our business through our impeccable reputation. knowing that every job is a reference-no matter how big or small. We wish to establish a long-term relationship with our clients and care for their residential or commercial gardens, transforming and exceeding their expectations year after year.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Owner

Mani's Landscaping LLC
03.2021 - Current
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
  • Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
  • Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
  • Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
  • Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.
  • Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
  • Collaborated with gardeners to plan and design outdoor spaces.
  • Used pavers, rollers and tamping machines to lay asphalt on roads, bridges and parking lots.
  • Filled tanks, hoppers and machines with paving materials.
  • Coordinated with other personnel to complete jobs on time and within specifications.
  • Inspected work areas before and after operations to determine quality and completion of job.
  • Utilized various hand tools and power tools to complete paving and tamping operations.
  • Loaded and unloaded equipment from trucks in preparation for paving and tamping.
  • Performed daily maintenance and safety inspections on paving, surfacing and tamping equipment to manage wear and tear.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.

Driver Manager

Ramon & Ramon Landscaping
03.2009 - 09.2021
  • Coordinated with drivers to organize timely pickup and delivery for different project material needs.
  • Developed and maintained long-term, positive relationships with assigned drivers to enhance morale and productivity complete projects.
  • Counseled drivers on violations of company policy or service standards to improve performance.
  • Adapted daily plans according to weather, staffing levels and client needs to maintain excellent client satisfaction and adhere to timelines.
  • Educated clients on proper lawn and plant care, giving details on appropriate watering and fertilization.
  • Supervised team member performance to meet owner deadlines for projects pavers, blue stone, SOD installement.
  • Supervised landscaping teams, prioritizing tasks and giving feedback for quality control.
  • Identified tools, machinery and personnel required for projects and properly managed resources.
  • Assessed soil and landscape conditions, selecting appropriate plants, trees and shrubs for projects.
  • Maintained tools and equipment to foster safe and consistent operation.
  • Reviewed landscape project tasks, picked us material from different suppliers and timelines for completion.
  • Supplied and placed base materials, edge restraints and jointing sand.
  • Set paving speeds to balance delivery, hopper capacity and compaction and prevent extended stops.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • level out paver layout.
  • paver steps meet state requirement
  • mix cement for paver installment.

Education

High School Diploma -

High School in La Luz Michuacan
La Luz Michoacán, Mexico
08.2005

Skills

  • Negotiation and Persuasion
  • Staff Management
  • Cost Analysis and Savings
  • Staff Hiring
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Business Marketing
  • Customer Relations
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Financial Administration
  • Project Oversight
  • Purchasing and Planning
  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Attention to Detail
  • Clientele Management
  • Job Assignments
  • Pavers
  • Gardening
  • SOD installation
  • Spring clean up
  • Fall clean up
  • Tree bushes trimming
  • Planting
  • Edging
  • Construction
  • Brick and stone
  • Re-Constructing

Timeline

Business Owner

Mani's Landscaping LLC
03.2021 - Current

Driver Manager

Ramon & Ramon Landscaping
03.2009 - 09.2021

High School Diploma -

High School in La Luz Michuacan

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