Steve Machado
Monterey,CA
Summary
Serviced-focused Design Build professional dedicated to giving every customer positive experiences to promote loyalty and repeat business. Orchestrate optimal resource utilization to handle expected operational needs. Multi-tasked leader with sound judgment, good planning abilities and interpersonal communication strengths. Hardworking Groundskeeper with extensive knowledge of proper grounds maintenance and equipment use. Proven history of working tirelessly to meet land needs and maintaining plant health in challenging environmental conditions. Approachable and reliable with unparalleled work ethic.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
Work History
Grounds Supervisor
Stevenson School
10.2023 - Current
- Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and professionally to maintain satisfaction levels.
- Maximized water conservation, checking sprinkler spray angles and testing digital controller performance.
- Reduced equipment downtime with proactive maintenance strategies, extending the lifespan of tools and machinery.
- Increased safety standards by conducting regular inspections and promptly addressing potential hazards on the grounds.
- Streamlined maintenance processes by developing and implementing detailed work plans for all tasks.
- Developed training programs for new staff members, ensuring consistent quality in workmanship across the team.
- Participated in long-term landscaping strategy development, aligning grounds management initiatives with the organization''s overall vision and objectives.
- Improved landscape aesthetics by implementing innovative design concepts and supervising the maintenance team.
Owner
Seibella Landscape And Design
07.2020 - 10.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
General Manager
M.M.T.
01.2005 - 06.2020
- Managed employees in completing large hardscape and landscape projects .
- Enhanced operational success through effective staffing, strong training, adherence to safety regulations and well-timed customer service.
- Monitored multiple crews to complete projects on-time and under budget with both client and employee satisfaction.
- Adapted daily plans according to weather, staffing levels and client needs to maintain excellent client satisfaction and adhere to timelines.
- Communicated with clients to provide price quotes, discuss design needs and schedule work.
- Designed outdoor entertainment areas, hardscape, detailed carpentry and mason projects for clients.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
Backhoe Operator
Machado And Sons
01.1982 - 09.2004
- Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and avoiding hazards such as utility lines.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle any team need.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Determined and marked locations of underground pipes and wires to plan optimal digging locations.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
Education
Associate of Arts - History
Modesto Junior College
Modesto, CA0 1990
Skills
- Client account management
- Performance improvement
- Efficient multi-tasker
- Operations management
- Relationship building
- Consistently meet goals
- Effective leader
- Staff training/development
- Employee scheduling
- Project Management
- Deadline-oriented
- Verbal and written communication
- Tool Maintenance
- Grounds Maintenance
- Waste disposal
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Horticultural Knowledge
- Water management
- Greenhouse Operations
Additional Information
US Military-Army 1989-2004
Languages: Spanish, Portuguese, English
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Portuguese
Professional Working
Italian
Professional Working
Timeline
Grounds Supervisor
Stevenson School
10.2023 - Current
Owner
Seibella Landscape And Design
07.2020 - 10.2023
General Manager
M.M.T.
01.2005 - 06.2020
Backhoe Operator
Machado And Sons
01.1982 - 09.2004
Associate of Arts - History
Modesto Junior College
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