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Phillip Runco

Enid,OK

Summary

Skilled ground keeper specializes in grounds management and landscape maintenance. Thrives in both self-directed and collaborative working environments. Strong knowledge of equipment operation and safety. Hardworking Groundskeeper with extensive knowledge of proper grounds maintenance and equipment use. Proven history of working tirelessly to meet land needs and maintaining plant health in challenging environmental conditions. Approachable and reliable with unparalleled work ethic.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Ground Keeper

City Of Enid
04.2012 - Current

Provide manual care for City parks,,lawns, offices, and other irrigation systems, including winterizing the systems. Deliver waste receptacles and picnic tables to parks for events.

  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning
  • Performed regular watering and fertilizing of lawns, trees and shrubs to promote healthy vegetation growth
  • Conducted snow removal during winter months to provide clients with safe parking and walking areas
  • Applied pesticides and herbicides to control pests and weeds
  • Created schedules and implemented plans for regular maintenance to meet client expectations
  • Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas
  • Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards
  • Prepared soil for planting and sowing
  • Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds
  • Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects

Machine Tool Operator

Central Machines
02.2003 - 01.2008

Set up machines (calibration, cleaning etc.) Control and adjust machine settings (e.g. speed)

Feed raw material or parts to semi-automated machines. Test operation of machines periodically. Fix issues that might occur during a shift.

  • Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity
  • Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards
  • Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to customer specifications
  • Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems
  • Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime
  • Examined incoming materials and compared to documentation for accuracy and quality
  • Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency
  • Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes
  • Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs

Packer Operator

Mid Contitnental
01.2001 - 01.2003

Packagers place completed products into containers and prepare them for shipment by weighing, labeling, and recording information about each package. Packagers must then ensure that the prepared packages make it to their designated locations, such as loading zones or into inventory.

Drywall Hanger

Vance Air Force Base
04.1996 - 02.1997
  • Drywall Installers place drywall panels into building frameworks.
  • Most common duties of these workers are selecting appropriate materials, making sure safety standards are followed, applying exterior finishes, consulting with customers, and eliminating imperfections
  • Prepared work area, tools and equipment for job site
  • Inspected surfaces to evaluate quality and applied extra attention to fill in holes and rectify errors
  • Completed installation of drywall sheets on commercial and residential properties
  • Applied sealing compound over cracks, holes, and nail heads using trowels, broad-knives or spatulas
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on drywall for lengths, heights and penetrations
  • Applied tape to seal joints by embedding into sealing compound
  • Prepared surfaces for coating applications
  • Achieved precise installation requirements by cutting and fitting drywall to accommodate corners and edges
  • Prepared materials and set up equipment and supplies to support seamless drywall installation
  • Used diverse variety of tools and equipment for safe installation of drywall
  • Applied skills in taping, sanding and finishing drywall to meet project specifications
  • Read and interpreted schematics and blueprints to lay tiles and drywall in correct places
  • Mixed, matched and applied diverse textures to achieve quality finishes
  • Achieved accurate installations using proper measurements and allocations of drywall material

Restaurant Assistant

Pittsburgh Airport Marriott
04.1979 - 05.1990

help prep food and set plates to get plates picked up

Sales Associate

Kmart, Sears Holding
10.1982 - 10.1984

responsible for welcoming customers, maintaining floor appearance, directing customers and operating cash registers.. Performed all functions regarding receiving, stock, and housekeeping-related tasks. Engaged with customers

Restaurant Team Member

Shereaton Inn
09.1980 - 10.1981

setting tables, clearing tables, polishing china cutlery, taking orders, waiting tables, bar service, in room dining and food delivery. ingredients, allergies, cooking process,

Education

Welding

Pipe Trades Training
Moon Township Pa
06.1982

High School Diploma -

Moon Senior High School
Moon Township, PA
06.1980

Timeline

Ground Keeper

City Of Enid
04.2012 - Current

Machine Tool Operator

Central Machines
02.2003 - 01.2008

Packer Operator

Mid Contitnental
01.2001 - 01.2003

Drywall Hanger

Vance Air Force Base
04.1996 - 02.1997

Sales Associate

Kmart, Sears Holding
10.1982 - 10.1984

Restaurant Team Member

Shereaton Inn
09.1980 - 10.1981

Restaurant Assistant

Pittsburgh Airport Marriott
04.1979 - 05.1990

Welding

Pipe Trades Training

High School Diploma -

Moon Senior High School
Phillip Runco