Michael Ramirez

• Prepared planting areas and planted trees, shrubs, and other flora.

• Implemented irrigation systems, including drip and sprinkler setups, for efficient water use.

• Operated and maintained landscaping equipment such as mowers, trimmers, and blowers.

• Performed manual labor tasks to detailed instructions from supervisors.

• Watered vegetation using sprinkler systems, hoses or watering cans.

• Applied pesticides and herbicides in compliance with environmental safety standards.

• Installed pathways, irrigation systems, and various landscape features.

• Checked and modified soil composition for specific plants and vegetation.

• Controlled growth of unwanted weeds with manual removal and chemical applications.

• Planted plants and applied mulch using gardening tools.

• Operated heavy machinery such as tractors, tillers, and backhoes to complete tasks efficiently.

• Improved shape and growth of trees, shrubs, and flowers with trimming.

• Avoided landscape damage with safe lawnmower, trimmer and equipment operation.

• Curbed vegetation overgrowth through pruning trees and shrubbery.

• Maintained lawn health through regular mowing, edging, and fertilizing.

• Seeded plants to create landmarks and compound boundaries.

• Managed inventory of landscaping supplies and equipment to ensure availability for projects.

• Used wide range of gardening tools and equipment.

• Prevented uncontrolled spread of species through strategic pruning.

• Installed rock gardens, irrigation systems and playground equipment for new compounds.

• Removed dead or diseased plants from landscapes to promote overall health of area.

• Planned landscaping designs from customer desires, budget and local climate.

• Preserved green outlook, irrigating lawns and vegetation.

• Planted flower beds and laid mulch in attractive designs with good drainage.

• Maintained lawn health with scheduled weeding, aerating and fertilizing

• Mentored junior team members, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
• Oversaw the maintenance of tools and equipment, ensuring proper functionality for efficient project completion.

• Ensured all cash handling procedures were followed accurately by team members.
• Trained new employees on proper car wash procedures and customer service practices.
• Completed routine maintenance tasks on equipment to prevent malfunctions and prolong lifespan.
• Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of car wash facility.
• Offered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns or complaints promptly and professionally.
• Maintained positive and professional demeanor under pressure.
• Ensured vehicles were dried properly, preventing water spots and streaks.
• Oversaw employee recruitment, training and onboarding processes.
• Handled cash transactions and provided accurate change to customers.
• Inspected parts, equipment, or vehicles for cleanliness, damage and compliance with standards or regulations.
• Inspected cleaned vehicles to ensure quality and customer satisfaction.
• Managed vehicle washing and detailing services, ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Controlled labor costs by using demand-based workflows.
• Upheld safety protocols to prevent accidents in workplace.
• Kept work and common areas neat and organized to maximize productivity, alleviate potential accidents and promote professional workspace.

• Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
• Enhanced property appearance through regular mowing, edging, and trimming of lawns.
• Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
• Elevated overall property appearance through attention to detail when performing routine landscape maintenance duties.
• Assisted in creating visually appealing landscape designs by planting flowers, ornamental grasses, and other vegetation.
• Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
• Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
• Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
• Coordinated with other landscaping professionals to improve outdoor areas.

• Managed financial aspects of the business, including invoicing, budgeting, and expense tracking to ensure profitability.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality lawn care services and addressing client concerns promptly.
• Established a strong reputation within the community for exceptional lawn care services, leading to increased brand recognition and trust.
• Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
• Established a loyal customer base by providing personalized attention, addressing concerns promptly, and exceeding expectations.
• Duties included:

Trimming, Mowing, edging, pruning, weed removal, soil preparation, spraying insecticides and completing necessary task to clients expectations.

• Managed inventory control processes to restore back stock, control costs, and maintain sales floor levels to meet customer needs.
• Maintained a clean and organized store appearance to enhance the overall shopping experience for customers.
• Improved store sales by implementing effective marketing strategies and attractive visual merchandising.
• Optimized store displays and appearance via strategic merchandising.
• Submitted orders for new inventory.
• Collaborated with upper management to develop strategic plans for store growth and expansion.
• Ensured compliance with company policies and local regulations regarding safety standards, licensing requirements, staff conduct in-store procedures.
• Set effective store schedules based on forecasted customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
• Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
• Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.

• Managed cash registers efficiently, ensuring accurate transactions, balancing drawers daily, and minimizing discrepancies.
• Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
• Walked through store areas to identify and proactively resolve issues negatively impacting operations.
• Processed payments for credit and debit cards and returned proper change for cash transactions.
• Developed a loyal customer base through personalized interactions, increasing repeat business in-store visits.
• Improved store operations by establishing clear communication channels between team members and implementing efficient scheduling practices.
• Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
• Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
• Raised property accuracy and accountability by creating new automated tracking method.
• Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
• Supervised and evaluated staff to help improve skills, achieve daily objectives, and attain advancement.

• Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
• Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
• Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
• Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
• Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
• Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
• Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
• Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
• Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
• Participated in team meetings and training sessions regularly for continuous professional development within the retail industry.
• Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.