Robert Smith
Lake Charles,LA
Summary
Results-driven team leader with expertise in equipment operation and operational optimization at Total Cares & Landscaping. Known for enhancing project efficiency and crew performance through meticulous attention to detail and a strong commitment to workplace safety. Proficient in deck maintenance and cargo handling, adept at addressing diverse challenges effectively.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Crew Leader
Total Cares & Landscaping
Denham Springs, LA
08.2023 - 12.2024
- Reviewed contracts and project requirements to determine service, equipment and personnel needs.
- Provided guidance on proper techniques for planting, mulching, pruning, mowing, edging, trimming.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Maintained accurate records of time worked by crew members.
- Delegated and assisted with tasks related to landscaping, lawn cultivation and tree pruning.
- Developed and maintained landscaping plans for residential and commercial properties.
Shop Hand
Prime Marine Services
Broussard, LA
02.2017 - 09.2017
- Utilized forklift to move large shipments between warehouse and sales floor.
- Unloaded trucks in timely manner while monitoring quality control standards.
- Conducted basic quality control checks on products and materials.
- Hand-assembled needed parts with bolts and screws.
- Sorted product components on work tables to maintain maximum organization and productivity.
- Communicated with suppliers to place orders for shop materials and supplies.
- Set up and tended equipment with machine operators to complete runs.
- Performed routine maintenance on shop equipment and tools.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment and tools to clean and maintain all shop materials.
- Installed, inspected, and maintained equipment components.
- Assisted in the preparation and packaging of orders for delivery.
- Set up and operated production machinery according to specific standards and protocols of company.
- Performed minor repairs on tools and equipment as needed.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Produced quality products by palletizing, packaging and assembling finished items.
- Used hand trucks and forklifts to unload, load and transport items.
- Conducted daily cleaning and tidying of the shop area.
Deckhand
Mike Hooks
Westlake, LA
05.2013 - 09.2017
- Fastened handling lines and moorings to prevent boats, barges and equipment from drifting away.
- Cleaned, maintained, and mended ship decks and assessed areas requiring major damage repair.
- Responsible for loading and unloading cargo, supplies, and passengers on the vessel.
- Repaired minor issues with rigging and sails during trips out to sea.
- Stood watch in high-density traffic areas under extreme weather and sea conditions to support navigation rules.
- Provided support to bridge personnel with lookout duties while underway.
- Performed vessel maintenance services, including cleaning, painting and basic repairs.
- Chipped and cleaned rust spots on decks, superstructures or sides of ships.
- Conducted regular maintenance on deck machinery such as winches, pumps, cranes.
- Liaised with crew to prepare barges for product loading and discharging.
- Swept, mopped and washed down decks to remove dirt and debris.
- Lubricated machinery, equipment or engine parts.
- Monitored equipment for leaks, loose pipes, broken lights or other issues and informed mechanics of repair needs.
- Handled rigging, lines and tow to increase equipment longevity.
Education
High School Diploma -
Acadiana High School
Lafayette, LA05-2016
Skills
- Landscaping techniques
- Equipment operation
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Performance monitoring
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Workplace safety
- Scheduling coordination
- Erosion control
- Using hand tools
- Tree and shrub planting
- Physically fit
- Deck maintenance
- Cargo handling
- Task delegation
- Attention to detail
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Rigging management
- Vessel painting
- Handling cargo
Timeline
Crew Leader
Total Cares & Landscaping
08.2023 - 12.2024
Shop Hand
Prime Marine Services
02.2017 - 09.2017
Deckhand
Mike Hooks
05.2013 - 09.2017
High School Diploma -
Acadiana High School
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