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Faheem Brogdon

Livingston,NJ

Summary

Hardworking Gardener skilled in designing and maintaining landscaping work for diverse customers. Effectively use power tools and equipment to maintain healthy plants. Strong communication skills with a history of working alone or in a collaborative environment. Adept at enhancing aesthetic appeal and functionality of various landscapes. Detail-oriented individual with focus on time management, problem solving, organization, leadership skills, coupled with the ability to learn and apply new tasks quickly and efficiently. Always willing to learn new skills and deliver results that align with organizational goals. Physically fit and strong individual with outstanding physical stamina to handle both cold and hot weather.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Entry-Level Landscaper

Garden State Landscaping
04.2022 - Current
    • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
    • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
    • Installing flowers, shrubs, trees and other plants in accordance with client's needs.
    • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
    • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
    • Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
    • Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
    • Cleaned leaves and other debris from lawns, driveways and walkways
    • Managed inventory of tools, equipment, and materials to ensure proper allocation of resources for each project.
    • Handled hand tools (shovels, rakes) and small machinery including mowers, trimmers and edgers safely and effectively.
    • Wearing appropriate gear and adhering to company safety policies.
    • Assisted with transporting tools, plants and supplies to and from job sites.
    • Handled hand tools (shovels, rakes) and small machinery safely and effectively.
    • Helped senior landscapers with installation and other maintenance tasks.

Forklift Operator

Fabri-Kal
11.2024 - 01.2025
    • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
    • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
    • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
    • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
    • Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
    • Contributed to warehouse organization by efficiently utilizing storage spaces and aisles.
    • Safely unloaded truck trailers and delivered products to assigned warehouse locations in preparation for shipping and delivery.

Forklift Operator

Swissport
10.2022 - 11.2023
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
  • Increased storage efficiency with strategic pallet stacking and goods placement.

Sales and Service Specialist

Bridgestone Firestone
10.2021 - 09.2022
    • Developed strong rapport with customers, fostering loyalty and trust for sustained business growth.
    • Provided reliable, efficient and affordable vehicle maintenance.
    • Performed fast and professional oil changes using high-quality motor oil and filters.
    • Completed brake inspection, repair, including pad replacement.
    • Successfully performed tire rotation, balancing, repairs and new tire installation.
    • Delivered exceptional customer service, resulting in increased repeat business and client referrals.
    • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.

Education

High School Diploma -

Orange High School
Orange, New Jersey
06-2023

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Heavy lifting
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Using hand tools
  • Forklift operation
  • Loading and unloading
  • Team player
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Problem-solving

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Fabri-Kal
11.2024 - 01.2025

Forklift Operator

Swissport
10.2022 - 11.2023

Entry-Level Landscaper

Garden State Landscaping
04.2022 - Current

Sales and Service Specialist

Bridgestone Firestone
10.2021 - 09.2022

High School Diploma -

Orange High School
Faheem Brogdon