Robert Laws
Summary
Experienced groundskeeper achieving high standards in landscape maintenance and safety compliance. Strong in problem-solving and managing work crews for optimal outdoor environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Groundskeeper
Sailport Waterfront Suites
Tampa
09.2024 - 02.2026
- Maintained landscaping and grounds for a waterfront hotel property.
- Operated lawn care equipment, including mowers and trimmers.
- Assisted with seasonal planting and flower bed maintenance.
- Cleared debris and ensured cleanliness of outdoor areas.
- Performed routine inspections of grounds for safety hazards.
- Followed safety protocols while performing outdoor tasks.
- Identified areas needing additional attention or repair.
Head Groundskeeper
Lakemoor Apartments
Durham
05.2017 - 07.2024
- Inspected property regularly to identify maintenance needs and address concerns promptly.
- Coordinated with management on budget planning for landscaping supplies and services to enhance resource allocation.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations regarding landscaping and waste disposal practices.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to coordinate efforts related to new construction projects at assigned facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of grounds to identify any potential hazards or damage caused by weather conditions or vandalism.
- Inspected completed work to ensure compliance with established standards prior to final approval.
- Prepared estimates based on labor costs associated with proposed projects involving turf management or landscaping design.
- Supervised groundskeepers in turf management, landscape construction, irrigation installation, and tree care, providing evaluations to improve team performance.
Maintenance Crew Member
Hilton
Durham
02.2006 - 04.2017
- Maintained cleanliness and functionality of hotel facilities and equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds, and equipment.
- Assisted in emergency repairs, enhancing guest safety and comfort during urgent situations.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations, mitigating damage from storms and ensuring guest safety.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during maintenance activities.
- Documented maintenance requests and completed work orders to streamline response times and ensure effective tracking.
- Collaborated with team members to address guest concerns promptly and efficiently.
- Operated hand tools and power tools to make minor maintenance repairs and maintain grounds and walks.
- Operated a variety of hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Removed debris from roofs and gutters to prevent water damage.
- Repaired minor plumbing issues such as clogged drains, leaking faucets, broken pipes.
- Cleared walkways of snow and ice during winter months.
- Assisted with painting projects both inside and outside the facility.
- Installed new locks on doors when requested by management staff.
- Replaced light bulbs in ceiling fixtures and lamps throughout the facility.
- Inspected and replaced light fixtures and bulbs.
- Checked fire alarms regularly for proper operation.
- Cleaned air conditioning units to ensure proper functioning.
- Changed air conditioning filters to improve indoor air quality and help HVAC system perform properly.
- Cleaned vents and replaced filters to verify proper air flow.
- Sealed cracks in concrete surfaces to protect against water damage.
- Replaced door handles and hinges to enhance security.
- Notified management about necessary repairs or professional service needs for building operating systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hillside High
Durham, NC05-2003
Skills
- Pressure washing
- Flower bed care
- Soil preparation
- Graffiti removal
- Basic carpentry
- Weed control
- Trimming shrubs
- Landscape maintenance
- Fertilizer application
- General Plumbing
- Waste disposal management
- Power tool proficiency
- Leaf blowing
- Hand tool expertise
- Edging lawns
- Pest control management
- Signage maintenance
- Vehicle maintenance
- Groundskeeping techniques
- Snow removal
- Grass seeding
- Outdoor lighting maintenance
- Adaptability and dependability
- Customer service and assistance
- Detail-oriented
- Lawn aeration
- Labor management
- Lawn care
- Landscaping and gardening
- Work orders
- Able to lift 80 pounds
- Trash disposal
- Pesticide safety
- Managing work crews
- Problem-solving
- Waste management
- Irrigation management
- Hazard identification
- Inventory management
- Compliance adherence
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Detail orientation
- Communication skills
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Maintenance Groundskeeper
Sailport Waterfront Suites
09.2024 - 02.2026
Head Groundskeeper
Lakemoor Apartments
05.2017 - 07.2024
Maintenance Crew Member
Hilton
02.2006 - 04.2017
High School Diploma -
Hillside High