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Matt Merrill

West Haven

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker eager to secure full time employment with compass minerals as a heavy equipment operator. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Haul Driver

YES
11.2024 - Current
  • Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections to minimize potential breakdowns and maintain vehicle safety standards.
  • Navigated challenging terrain and tight spaces successfully while showcasing exceptional driving skills in difficult situations.
  • Maintained safe driving practices, resulting in zero accidents or incidents throughout tenure as Heavy Haul Driver.
  • Mentored new drivers of heavy haul transportation by sharing valuable knowledge about safe driving practices and regulations.
  • Documented and kept track of loads done per hour.

Seasonal Parks

Clearfield City
05.2024 - 10.2024
  • Performed minor repairs on equipment used in lawn care operations.
  • Adjusted irrigation systems as needed according to seasonal weather conditions.
  • Monitored progress of groundskeeping tasks, such as mowing, trimming, and edging.
  • Inspected completed work to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Guided lawn service team members in proper application of lawn fertilizers and insecticides.

Lawn Spray Technician

Turfpro Lawn Car
04.2022 - 10.2023
  • Operated varied types of lawn care vehicles, following safety protocols to prevent accidents.
  • Applied fertilizer and other nutrients to lawns to promote healthy growth.
  • Provided education on lawn care products and services to help clients better understand ways to maintain lawns.
  • Seeded, sodded and hydroseeded lawns to provide visually appealing outdoor space.
  • Researched new lawn care products and services to provide new options to customers.
  • Combined chemicals and mixed fertilizers, carefully observing all manufacturer instructions, to create proper mixtures and maintain safety.
  • Observed company safety guidelines and maintained tight timetables when applying chemicals, lifting heavy objects and operating equipment.
  • Treated areas with pesticides to alleviate bugs and other pests and destroy weeds.
  • Identified lawn or plant diseases to determine appropriate course of treatment.
  • Cleaned or serviced machinery for operating efficiency using water, gasoline or hand tools.
  • Represented company professionally by dressing appropriately, being organized and arriving on time for every appointment.

On Site Property Maintenance Manager

Mill Wood Management
02.2016 - 01.2017
  • Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
  • Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs
  • Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
  • Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays, and schedule changes.
  • Conducted regular inspections of both interior and exterior of properties for damage.
  • Kept properties in compliance with local, state and federal regulations.
  • Implemented and enforced policies and procedures to maintain properties to highest standards.

Lawn Maintenance Supervisor

Turfpro Lawn Care
08.2013 - 10.2014

Oversaw all landscaping duties and projects that all deadlines were met. and employees were always safety company protocol

  • Increased productivity by reducing downtime, budgeting effectively, allocating tasks, and maintaining high standards of safety and work quality.
  • Supervised employees
  • Provided guidance to management regarding project bids
  • Procured pricing information from various vendors to support cost-effective purchasing.
  • Created and maintained daily and weekly reports for upper management.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by motivating team members to strengthen quality and increase

Education

Northridge High School
05.2006

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Machine Safety Practices
  • Defusing tense situations
  • Multitasking
  • Relationship Building
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Self Motivation
  • Extremely Loyal
  • Decision-making

Timeline

Heavy Haul Driver

YES
11.2024 - Current

Seasonal Parks

Clearfield City
05.2024 - 10.2024

Lawn Spray Technician

Turfpro Lawn Car
04.2022 - 10.2023

On Site Property Maintenance Manager

Mill Wood Management
02.2016 - 01.2017

Lawn Maintenance Supervisor

Turfpro Lawn Care
08.2013 - 10.2014

Northridge High School
Matt Merrill