Timothy James
North Tonawanda,NY
Summary
Experienced in landscape maintenance and grounds management, demonstrating proficiency in equipment operation and seasonal upkeep. Successfully collaborated with teams to complete projects on schedule while adhering to safety protocols. Skilled in material handling and site organization, ensuring efficient workflow and compliance with established standards. Proven ability to communicate effectively with clients, addressing inquiries and providing knowledgeable support regarding landscape care.
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.
Dependable Landscape Laborer well-versed in showing up for work as scheduled, properly dressed and ready to contribute to team success. Always looking for ways to go above requirements to satisfy customers. Organized approach to preparing sites, arranging materials, and collecting debris.
Hardworking Landscaper with many years of industry experience. Conducts daily rounds of planters, shrubs, bushes, plants, and flowers to maintain weed-free and neatly trimmed grounds. Safely operates commercial grade landscaping equipment to upkeep plant material and other landscaping elements.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Worker
Cutting Edge Lawn Care
North Tondawanda
03.2023 - Current
- Installed rocks, mulch beds and other decorative elements to enhance the look of landscapes.
- Constructed fences around properties in order to provide privacy or security.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for transport to job sites.
- Operated a variety of hand tools, power equipment, and trucks for landscaping projects.
- Removed debris from work sites after completion of each project.
- Trimmed hedges and bushes into desired shapes using pruning shears or hedge trimmers.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Weeded flowerbeds and spread fertilizer throughout gardens as needed.
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly and professionally.
- Performed routine maintenance on all types of landscaping equipment.
- Prepared estimates for labor costs associated with landscaping projects.
- Created hardscapes such as patios, retaining walls, and walkways using bricks, concrete blocks, and pavers.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding project timelines and expectations.
- Adhered to safety protocols when operating heavy machinery on the job site.
- Assisted in planting trees and shrubs according to landscape design plans.
- Cultivated soil prior to planting trees or flowers in order to create ideal growing conditions.
- Organized supplies before beginning each project to ensure availability of necessary items.
- Performed seasonal activities, snow removal, landscaping and lawn mowing and applied fertilizer to plants and foliage.
- Moved backpack blowers, large containers of mulch or plant material and various sizes of lawnmowers.
- Used hand and power tools or equipment to complete wide range of landscape and irrigation tasks.
- Moved soil, dug holes and planted trees, shrubs and flowers.
- Scheduled regular landscaping services to promote optimal growth and maintain attractive appearance of lawns and facility grounds.
- Planted flowers, bushes, shrubs, trees, and grass.
- Trimmed around trees and bushes.
- Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
Maintenance Coordinator
Burger King
Tonawanda, New York
04.2016 - 04.2023
- Participated in team meetings focused on developing innovative approaches towards problem solving within the organization.
- Ensured that safety regulations were followed at all times during maintenance operations.
- Developed comprehensive strategies for improving overall efficiency in maintenance processes.
- Reviewed job orders regularly to ensure tasks were completed according to established standards.
- Performed basic troubleshooting on malfunctioning systems or equipment to identify problems and develop solutions.
- Trained staff members in the safe use and handling of equipment used in daily operations.
- Conducted regular facility inspections to ensure safety standards were met.
- Monitored inventory levels of spare parts and supplies, ordering additional items as needed.
- Advised management on the purchase of new equipment based on operational needs and budget constraints.
- Repaired and maintained permanent structures and fencing regularly to improve building presentation and safety.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks and checked facilities and grounds for issues needing attention.
- Responsible for maintaining a clean work environment free from clutter throughout shift duration.
- Ensured proper storage of materials by stacking them neatly in designated areas according to size, weight, or other specifications.
- Used power washers to clean the exterior of kitchen exhaust systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Tondawanda High School
North Tondawanda06-2015
Building Trades
New Orleans BOCES
Sanborn, NY06-2015
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Seasonal maintenance
- Grounds maintenance
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Garden bed edging
- Weed management
- Tree planting
- Heavy equipment operation
- Snow removal
- Leaf blowing
- Lawn mowing proficiency
- Stonework
- Lawn care
- Landscape maintenance
- Site cleaning and organization
- Physically fit
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Material handling
- Safety compliance
- Effective communication
- Detail orientation
- Tool maintenance
- Responsible and punctual
- Jobsite safety
- Landscape equipment knowledge
- Equipment maintenance
- Worksite organization
- Heavy lifting
- Truck unloading
- Proper lifting techniques
- Adaptable to change
- Reliable and responsible
- Strong work ethic
- Multitasking
- Exterior washes
- Food preparation
- Food rotation
- Sauce preparation
- Order preparation
- Food safety compliance
- Proper food handling
- Kitchen sanitation
- Supply restocking
- Deep fryer operation
- Multi-tasking
- Soda syrup replacement
- Fast paced environment adaptability
Timeline
Landscape Worker
Cutting Edge Lawn Care
03.2023 - Current
Maintenance Coordinator
Burger King
04.2016 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
North Tondawanda High School
Building Trades
New Orleans BOCES