Neil Kernus
landscaper
Spotsylvania,V.A.
Summary
Hardworking Gardener skilled in designing and maintaining landscaping work for diverse customers. Well-versed in keeping business operations cost-effective and customer satisfaction high. Effectively used power tools and equipment to maintain healthy plants. History of working alone or with performance-oriented team to complete more than 7 weekly jobs. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level crew leader position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaper
BrightView Landscape
07.2017 - Current
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
Landscaper
BrightView
04.2010 - 06.2011
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
Landscaper
Valley Crest Landscaping
02.2008 - 05.2010
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Utilized creative design techniques to maximize aesthetic appeal of landscaping projects.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Coordinated with other landscaping professionals to improve outdoor areas.
- Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
Tile Setter
Your Floors
02.2007 - 03.2009
- Placed marble and tiles into place using spacers to achieve proper spacing for grout application.
- Used power wet saws and tile cutters to cut tiles to specifications for projects.
- Incorporated site blueprints and customer preferences to plan work and achieve desired patterns.
- Inspected tiled areas to evaluate repairs needed and submit labor, material and supply estimates.
Tile Setter
J&K Tile
01.2000 - 01.2006
- Placed marble and tiles into place using spacers to achieve proper spacing for grout application.
- Used power wet saws and tile cutters to cut tiles to specifications for projects.
- Leveled surfaces using plywood and mortar prior to laying marble and tile.
- Used schematic diagrams to plan work.
- Greeted customers cheerfully and provided expert service.
- Used safe lifting, equipment and behavioral practices.
- Followed general safety measures and used tools and machinery properly to avoid mishaps.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to determine labor and materials that would be required to complete tiling project.
- Completed skilled repairs of existing tile installations.
- Installed tile flooring in residential homes and commercial buildings.
- Created watertight finish on tiles by sealing surfaces and adding grout.
- Worked professionally with other tradespeople on successful, on-time project completion.
- Resolved problems arising during tile installation process, maintaining quality and code compliance.
- Delivered excellent customer services, promptly addressing concerns and questions.
- Followed industry standards and regulations for different types of tile installation projects.
Education
GED -
Massaponax High School
Fredericksburg, VA04.2010
Skills
- Commercial Landscaping
- Chemical Application
- Soil Preparation
- Hardscape Installation
- Jobsite Safety
- Grounds Maintenance
- Residential Landscaping
- Lawn Care
- Trimming and Weeding
- Machine Safety Practices
- Responsible and Punctual
- Strong Work Ethic
- Pruning and Hedging
- Maintaining Equipment
- Pruning Skills
- Tree and Shrub Planting
- Landscape Equipment Operation
- Lawn and Grounds Maintenance
Additional Information
I have gone trough Virginia Railway express training for the past two yrs They train us in a the proper ways to remove snow an ice
Timeline
Landscaper
BrightView Landscape
07.2017 - Current
Landscaper
BrightView
04.2010 - 06.2011
Landscaper
Valley Crest Landscaping
02.2008 - 05.2010
Tile Setter
Your Floors
02.2007 - 03.2009
Tile Setter
J&K Tile
01.2000 - 01.2006
GED -
Massaponax High School
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