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Nicholas Sober

Prince George,VA

Summary

Diligent Lawn Care Worker possessing in-depth knowledge of plant types, fertilizers and large and small landscaping tool operations such as electric cutters. Bringing 5 years of hands-on experience maintaining lawns and yards by providing upkeep services. Self-starter with excellent customer service skills and commitment to quality work. Expertise in determining soil quality and small tree and bush pruning and trimming. 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 100 weekly jobs. Hardworking professional with impressive skills in horticulture and landscaping. Committed to worksite safety and client satisfaction. Well-versed in operating equipment to plant, trim and protect customer greenery and produce attractive, long-lasting displays. Detailed groundskeeper cultivates and cares for grounds and landscaping surrounding properties or buildings. Physically fit and strong individual with outstanding physical stamina to handle work in both cold and hot weather. Deeply familiar with landscaping tools and equipment operations. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Lawn Care Worker

Mike Birchett
04.2018 - Current
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
  • Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Maintained various types of flower beds by removing spent flowers, pulling weeds and edging.
  • Spread and applied mulch around flower beds to retain moisture in soil and suppress weeds.
  • Recommended tips for homeowners to help maintain yards and lawns such as proper mowing techniques, repairing bare spots on lawns and choosing correct seeds and fertilizers.
  • Utilized spreaders to apply fast-release, slow-release and liquid fertilizers.
  • Drove to [Number] prospective client homes to evaluate lawn size and needs, providing accurate pricing estimates and quotations.
  • Mixed herbicides, fungicides and pesticides to apply to trees, lawns and shrubs.
  • Evaluated status of lawn conditions and met directly with customers to create lawn care programs specific to needs and preferences.
  • Cultivated and replanted trees and plants to maintain landscaping areas.
  • Utilized creative design techniques to maximize aesthetic appeal of landscaping projects.
  • Managed and coordinated installation of complex landscaping projects.

Construction Laborer

Ryan Powroznik
06.2018 - 08.2020
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
  • Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
  • Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
  • Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
  • Dug trenches and set up forms to specified requirements for concrete pours.
  • Conducted daily site inspections to identify potential safety hazards.
  • Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
  • Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
  • Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
  • Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
  • Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
  • Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
  • Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.

Education

High School Diploma -

Prince George High School
Prince George, VA
06.2021

Skills

  • Routine Maintenance
  • Critical Thinking
  • Operational Improvements
  • Basic Repairs
  • Active Listening
  • Reading Comprehension
  • Grass Cutting
  • Chain Saws
  • Workflow Efficiency
  • Facility and Grounds Maintenance
  • Crew Scheduling
  • Pruning and Maintaining Trees
  • Heavy Labor
  • Social Perceptiveness
  • Team Goals
  • Outbound Calls
  • Brush Clearing
  • Cultivating Soil
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Company Safety Standards
  • Performance Improvement
  • Work Organization and Prioritization
  • Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
  • Seed and Bulb Planting
  • Workshop Maintenance
  • Retaining Wall and Fence Installation
  • Team Leader
  • Trimming and Edging
  • Topsoil Hauling and Spreading
  • Sidewalk and Driveway Upkeep
  • Mow Lawns
  • Manage New Plantings
  • Lawn and Shrubbery Irrigation
  • Leaf Raking, Mulching and Composting
  • Carpentry Work
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Decorative Landscaping
  • Cement Mixing and Pouring
  • Plant Selection and Care Advising
  • Weeding and Grubbing

Timeline

Construction Laborer

Ryan Powroznik
06.2018 - 08.2020

Lawn Care Worker

Mike Birchett
04.2018 - Current

High School Diploma -

Prince George High School
Nicholas Sober