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Rick Wood

Boise,ID

Summary

Motivated hard worker with proven history of working tirelessly in inclement weather to achieve team goals.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Material Handler

Idaho Power BOC (Express Employment)
03.2024 - Current
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Performed cycle counts and inventory control to accurately track product levels.
  • Operating Forklift prevented product damage by carefully loading and unloading materials using appropriate equipment.
  • Increased productivity, utilizing forklifts and other material handling equipment effectively.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.

General Operator Vegetation Crew

Ada County Highway District
05.2023 - 01.2024
  • Removed or trimmed trees obstructing roadways and or roadway signage.
  • Operated various machines and equipment safely, such as bucket truck, chainsaws, pole saws and chipper adhering to strict safety protocols at all times.
  • Consistently met or exceeded daily production targets while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Contributed to positive work culture by actively participating in team meetings, offering ideas for improvement and supporting colleagues when needed.
  • Adhered strictly to company policies and procedures in all aspects of work performed as General Operator.
  • Worked outside in all weather conditions.

Grounds Supervisor

Albertsons Corporate Office
02.2000 - 02.2023
  • Created a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols among the team members during daily tasks or large-scale projects.
  • Maintained diverse landscape, monitoring plant health, aesthetics, and irrigation systems.
  • Optimized irrigation systems to conserve water usage without compromising overall landscape health.
  • Delegated daily tasks to landscapers and contracted workers to meet schedule demands and obtain top-quality results.
  • Increased overall property appeal through seasonal decoration planning and execution, enhancing visitor experience during events or celebrations.
  • Maintained compliance with local regulations regarding pesticide use, stormwater management, and other relevant guidelines in groundskeeping operations.
  • Oversaw the hiring process for groundskeeping staff members, selecting qualified candidates who aligned with organizational values and goals.
  • Established preventative maintenance schedules for equipment, reducing repair costs and increasing operational efficiency.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Applied pesticides and herbicides to control pests and weeds.
  • Trimmed trees, bushes and shrubs to keep vegetation aesthetically pleasing.
  • 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.
  • Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls, and flower beds.
  • Delegated tasks to workers daily, taking into account personal skill levels, daily targets and necessary condition adaptations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Shelton High School
Shelton, WA

Skills

  • Worksite Safety
  • Tree identification
  • Tree removal
  • Tree trimming
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Effective communication
  • Detail oriented
  • Dedicated work ethic
  • Hand tools proficiency
  • Recordkeeping
  • Adaptability
  • Dependability
  • Team player
  • Recordkeeping
  • Troubleshooting skills
  • Repairs knowledge
  • Preventive and reparative maintenance

Timeline

Material Handler

Idaho Power BOC (Express Employment)
03.2024 - Current

General Operator Vegetation Crew

Ada County Highway District
05.2023 - 01.2024

Grounds Supervisor

Albertsons Corporate Office
02.2000 - 02.2023

High School Diploma -

Shelton High School
Rick Wood