Shawna Crawford
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Demonstrated expertise in equipment maintenance and tree pruning, complemented by robust problem-solving capabilities.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Parks/Tree maintenance worker
City of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, US
05.2019 - Current
- Utilized climbing gear, chainsaws, pole saws, and other tools for trimming and cutting trees.
- Turf maintenance.
- Identifying invasive/native trees and plants.
- Removing falling trees from pathways.
- Dispersing removed trees with wood chipper.
- Pushback of forest line with weed whacking/hedge trimmers.
- Clearing street signage of overgrown trees with power pole saws and manual pole saws.
- Herbicide spaying unwanted weeds/invasive.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls concerning fallen trees or limbs after storms or high winds.
- Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
- Transported debris from job sites to designated disposal areas.
- Removed deadwood from trees to improve their structure and appearance.
- Utilized hooks, belts and ladders to climb up trees and prune tall branches.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Utilized chainsaws and pruning tools to trim and shape trees according to safety standards.
- Prepared and maintained job-related reports and records, including work completed and time spent.
- Conducted traffic control setup around work areas to ensure safety of crew and public.
- Participated in tree planting and landscape beautification projects.
- Operated chippers, stump grinders, and other heavy machinery for tree and stump removal.
- Maintained hand and power tools through proper operation, cleaning and maintenance.
- Cleaned up job sites upon completion of work including sweeping debris away from walkways, driveways, lawns.
Groundskeeper/Maintenance
Girard College
Philadelphia, US
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Cuts lawns using push power mowers and commercial zero turn riding mowers.
- Trims and edges around walks, flower beds, and walls using hand and power equipment.
- Prunes shrubs and trees to shape and to improve growth. Removes damaged limbs using chain saw.
- Aerates grass turf, fertilizes, seeds, top dress and weed.
- Irrigation - setup large hose reel sprinkler systems and maintain proper irrigation efficiency.
- Operates utility vehicles with snow plow and salt spreader, responsible for equipment implement attachments and maintains equipment for proper operation.
- Dispenses deicing products on roadways and passage ways to prevent ice buildup.
- Operates tractor utilizing and attaching implements.
- Operates backhoe for general use, moving mulch, sand and topsoil. Use for large plantings.
- Maintains playing fields and prepares for games by lining fields, soccer, and baseball etc. experience in maintaining infield skins.
- Sports equipment setup as required.
- Performs routine maintenance and makes minor repairs on equipment such as lawn mower, hedge trimmer, spreader and snow removal equipment.
AmeriCorps Member
Habitat For Humanity
Philadelphia, US
02.2017 - 07.2018
- Critical home repairs and weatherization.
- Lead volunteers on work site.
- Work alongside partner families.
- Over 1700 volunteer hours.
- Install drywall foundation.
- Removal of flooring/sub flooring.
- Replaced flooring/cabinets/sinks/toilets/tubs etc.
- Staircase buildup indoor/outdoor.
- Patio rebuild.
- Removing and repairing of windows.
- Ceiling and roof repairs.
Landscape Technician
Haye Construction Services
Philadelphia, US
03.2016 - 08.2016
- Focused on landscape installation to improve the esthetics of residential homes.
- Complete basic landscaping tasks including, mulching, cutting, edging, and removal.
- Followed seeding and grading projects from start to finish to ensure quality.
- Inspect sites to assess erosion control and other company services.
Inventory Manager - AmeriCorps Member
PowerCorpsPHL
Philadelphia, US
09.2015 - 03.2016
- Worked on a team of 9 to complete environmental stewardship projects.
- Assisted in projects including planting trees, removing invasive plants, as well as painting and trash pick up around recreation centers.
- Completed over 75 hours of professional development training including Roots to Success.
- Completed OSHA 10-hour construction on-line training.
- Kept track of all tools, making sure they are sharpened and ready to use as inventory manager.
Volunteer
Youth Environmental Stewardship
Philadelphia, US
03.2010 - 04.2011
- Landscaping and outside mural arts.
- Maintain recreation centers.
- Use of manual tools.
Education
High school or equivalent -
West Philadelphia High School
Philadelphia, PA06.2012
Skills
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Turf and landscaping management
- Tree pruning techniques
- Heavy machinery operation
- Safety compliance and OSHA
- Problem solving strategies
- Time management skills
- Attention to detail
- Inventory control
- Event setup and coordination
- Groundskeeping and snow clearing
Certification
OSHA 30, 10/01/16, Present
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Groundskeeper/Maintenance
Girard College
06.2021 - 07.2022
Parks/Tree maintenance worker
City of Philadelphia
05.2019 - Current
AmeriCorps Member
Habitat For Humanity
02.2017 - 07.2018
Landscape Technician
Haye Construction Services
03.2016 - 08.2016
Inventory Manager - AmeriCorps Member
PowerCorpsPHL
09.2015 - 03.2016
Volunteer
Youth Environmental Stewardship
03.2010 - 04.2011
High school or equivalent -
West Philadelphia High School