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Richard Ward

Driver/labeor
Pollocksville,NC

Summary

Dedicated professional with a strong work ethic and extensive experience in landscaping at NATE LLC. Proven ability to enhance residential properties through effective grounds maintenance and customer collaboration. Skilled in using landscaping equipment and training staff, ensuring high-quality service and safety compliance. Committed to delivering tailored solutions that exceed client expectations.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience

Work History

Landscaper

NATE LLC
03.2025 - Current
  • Operated and maintained landscaping equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
  • Assisted in design and implementation of landscape projects, enhancing aesthetic appeal of residential properties.
  • Trained junior staff on proper planting techniques and maintenance practices, fostering skill development.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand landscaping needs, delivering tailored solutions to meet expectations.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality landscaping services and maintaining clear communication throughout the project.

Laborer

Express Employment
02.2018 - 05.2022
  • Operated heavy machinery to complete various construction tasks efficiently.
  • Assisted in site preparation and material handling to ensure project timelines were met.
  • Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring optimal working conditions and safety standards.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and enhance productivity on-site.
  • Monitored safety compliance, reducing hazards through proactive measures and training initiatives.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.

DRIVER

US Foodservice
01.2000 - 02.2015
  • Operated delivery vehicles, ensuring timely and safe transportation of food products to clients.
  • Maintained vehicle cleanliness and adherence to safety regulations, enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatch to coordinate delivery schedules and resolve issues promptly.
  • Conducted pre-trip inspections, identifying maintenance needs to ensure vehicle reliability and safety.

Delivery Driver

Premier Trucking
02.2009 - 01.2011
  • Implemented best practices for package handling to minimize damage during transit.
  • Enhanced customer relations by providing excellent service and addressing inquiries promptly.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.

Delivery Driver

Cheerwine
02.1996 - 03.1998

Delevery sales

  • Coordinated with dispatch to address delays and reroute deliveries as needed.

Delivery Driver

Coca-Cola
01.1990 - 02.1992
  • Delivered packages efficiently, ensuring timely arrival and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed route planning to optimize delivery schedules and reduce transit times.
  • Maintained vehicle cleanliness and functionality through regular inspections and maintenance.
  • Assisted in training new drivers on safety protocols and operational procedures.

Education

High School Diploma -

JONES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
TRENTON NC
05-1990

Skills

  • Strong work ethic
  • Heavy lifting
  • Flexible and adaptable
  • Using hand tools
  • Lawn care
  • Customer service
  • Physically fit
  • Grounds maintenance
  • Landscape maintenance
  • Responsible and punctual
  • Jobsite safety
  • Team collaboration
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Trimming and weeding
  • Residential landscaping
  • Weeding and edging
  • Weather tolerance
  • Machine safety practices
  • Watering lawns and trees
  • Commercial landscaping
  • Chemical application
  • Tree removal

Interests

  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Volunteering
  • Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
  • Cooking
  • I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
  • I like trying new recipes and food trends
  • Food Tourism
  • Documenting and sharing travel experiences
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Adventure Travel
  • Road Trips

Timeline

Landscaper

NATE LLC
03.2025 - Current

Laborer

Express Employment
02.2018 - 05.2022

Delivery Driver

Premier Trucking
02.2009 - 01.2011

DRIVER

US Foodservice
01.2000 - 02.2015

Delivery Driver

Cheerwine
02.1996 - 03.1998

Delivery Driver

Coca-Cola
01.1990 - 02.1992

High School Diploma -

JONES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Richard WardDriver/labeor