Paul Mitchell

Landscape Specialist

Norman, OK

12.1989 - 12.2013

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.
Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing and tree removal and thinning.
Handled hedge, bush and shrub trimming.
Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
Used shears, pruners and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts and wheelbarrows.
Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls and flower beds.
Applied mulch to garden beds for protection against weeds and unwanted growth.
Planted bulbs, trees, bushes and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
Mulched gardens, placed sod and adjusted soils to provide optimal growth potential.
Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
Monitored weekly and daily scheduled tasks to achieve desired workflow speed.
Developed lasting customer relationships and grew network over time.
Applied weed and pest control chemicals to lawns, protecting grass growth and improving appearance.
Followed planned landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, sown grass, flowers and foliage.
Enhanced visibility and improved tree and bush shape through intentional pruning.
Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees and grass.
Installed and maintained landscapes at homes, offices and parks.
Inspected machinery to spot damage and note needed maintenance repairs.
Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
Cultivated soil and added fertilizer, compost and amendments.
Answered questions and addressed customer concerns according to rigorous timetables, supporting diverse lawn health and landscape development requests.
Rearranged planting beds and flower gardens seasonally.
Operated skid steers, wheel loaders, forklifts and yard goats.
Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance for long-term functionality.
Assisted with weekly project planning and crew scheduling.
Diagnosed lawn and garden issues and recommended targeted solutions.
Installed underground sprinkler systems to provide grass and gardens with adequate water supply.
Reviewed plans and designs to verify completeness of grounds work.
Completed timesheets and project reports on time to maintain client files for future reference.
Worked with customers to develop designer landscaping plans for various budgets.
Arranged winter decorations, holiday lights, wreaths and garlands.
Identified plant diseases and researched methods for mitigation.
Created striking landscape designs, applying years of diverse industry knowledge.
Assessed pest damage and safely used appropriate pesticides for mitigation and control.
Designed programs for landscape maintenance, pest management, composting and other related topics.
Designed and drafted planting plans for formal gardens and perennial flowerbeds.
Educated employees and members of public on plant biology and health.
Participated in seminars to better understand natural pest control products.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Grounds Maintenance Worker

Landscape Specialist

Education

Associate of Science - Landscape Horticulture

Skills

Timeline

Grounds Maintenance Worker

Landscape Specialist

Associate of Science - Landscape Horticulture

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