Steffon E. Armstead
Houston
Summary
Creative Landscaper willing to handle various landscaping duties in all weather conditions. Uses high degree of dexterity when handling tools and equipment. Works for sustained periods of time maintaining concentrated attention to detail.
Personable and dedicated customer service representative with extensive experience in industry. Solid team player with upbeat, positive attitude and proven skill in establishing rapport with clients. Motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to company success. Articulate, enthusiastic and results-oriented with demonstrated passion for building relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses.
Hardworking professional well-versed in handling materials, operating machinery and supporting overall team and project needs. In-depth knowledge of compliance mandates governing site and worker safety. Focused on helping complete skilled work under deadlines.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaper
Armstead LLC
Houston, TX
01.2024 - Current
- Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
- Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
- Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
- Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
- Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
- Assisted in building decks and patios to create outdoor living spaces.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
- Built pergolas, retaining walls, decks, and large, and small scale water features to enhance grounds.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Provided customer service, addressing client concerns and ensuring satisfaction with completed projects.
- Built or maintained greenhouses, fences or benches,
Scaffold Builder
Star Con International
Houston, TX
02.2021 - 11.2023
- Transported tools, supplies, and materials needed for erecting or dismantling scaffolds using hand trucks or forklifts.
- Replaced faulty components during maintenance checks to ensure safe operation of all systems.
- Tied off all loose ends when constructing or deconstructing a scaffold structure with rope, wire ropes, chains to ensure stability.
- Set up staging areas for materials and tools used in construction projects involving scaffolding.
- Assembled and erected scaffolding components according to blueprints, drawings, and instructions.
- Performed visual inspections on all completed work before signoff from supervisor.
- Installed guardrails, planks, ladders, and other safety equipment on scaffolds.
- Followed safety protocols such as wearing a hard hat, gloves, and steel-toed boots while working on high elevations.
- Operated machinery in busy environments and maintained safety around equipment, people and other projects.
- Unloaded equipment and materials and moved supplies around on job sites in various weather conditions.
- Cleaned and organized work areas to prevent accidents and dangerous situations.
Warehouse Worker
UPS
Houston, Texas
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using computerized tracking systems.
- Packaged items carefully using protective materials like bubble wrap or foam sheets.
- Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.
- Performed cycle counts to maintain accurate inventory records.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Transported goods to designated areas within the warehouse facility.
- Assembled orders according to customer requests.
- Inspected incoming shipments for damage or discrepancies.
- Maintained a clean work area by sweeping, mopping, dusting shelves.
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
MPJ Academy
Houston, Texas06-2015
Skills
Commercial Landscaping
Soil preparation
Hardscape Installation
Residential Landscaping
Customer Service
Jobsite Safety
Commercial construction experience
Site cleaning and organization
Heavy Lifting
Flexible and Adaptable
Lawn and Grounds Maintenance
Complex Problem-Solving
Responsible and Punctual
Weather Tolerance
Equipment Maintenance
Timeline
Landscaper
Armstead LLC
01.2024 - Current
Scaffold Builder
Star Con International
02.2021 - 11.2023
Warehouse Worker
UPS
10.2020 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
MPJ Academy