Tyler Canaday
Macclenny,FL
Summary
Seasoned Professional Landscaper and Warehouse Worker experienced in delivering high productivity and efficiency across diverse environments. Achieved successful landscaping outcomes through expertise in sustainable design, advanced irrigation, and effective project management. Contributed to streamlined warehouse operations by implementing inventory management practices and fostering strong teamwork.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Landscaper
M3 lawn care
Jacksonville, FL
09.2025 - Current
- Maintained residential and commercial lawns for M3 Lawn Care clients.
- Mowed, edged, and trimmed turf using riding mowers and handheld tools.
- Installed mulch, sod, and seasonal plantings across client properties.
- Maintained and operated landscaping equipment such as mowers, edgers, blowers, trimmers, and pruning saws.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Pruned shrubs, hedges, and trees to support landscape appearance.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
- Conducted seasonal clean-ups by removing debris from gardens or flowerbeds.
- Applied pesticides or herbicides to control weeds or pests.
- Utilized automatic sprayers to mix and spray fertilizers and herbicides onto grass and trees.
- Followed safety practices while handling tools, chemicals, and outdoor conditions.
- Adhered to safety protocols while operating machinery or performing manual labor tasks onsite.
- Loaded trucks with supplies and organized materials for daily routes.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries about services provided by the company.
- Identified potential problems within a client's landscape design and proposed solutions based on experience.
- Created unique outdoor living spaces with custom features like fire pits or water features.
- Operated excavators to create beds for new plants.
- Assisted in the installation of hardscapes like patios and walkways.
- Planted trees, shrubs, flowers and grasses according to landscape designs.
- Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
- Maintained detailed records of job sites including invoices, estimates, notes and photos.
- Performed preventative maintenance to keep equipment in excellent working condition.
- 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.
- Selected and sourced new shrubs and plants based on their suitability for specific bedding and sunlight conditions. new shrubs and plants according to bedding and sunlight.
- Inspected existing landscapes for signs of disease or damage due to weather conditions.
Inventory Control Analyst
Publix Distribution
Jacksonville, FL
06.2021 - 09.2025
- Inspected incoming products for quality, damage, and packaging standards at distribution center.
- Verified lot codes, dates, and product labels against Publix distribution requirements.
- Checked temperature-sensitive shipments for proper storage and handling compliance.
- Recorded inspection findings in warehouse tracking systems and quality logs.
- Reported defective merchandise to supervisors and affected departments for review.
- Audited pallets, cases, and loads for order accuracy before release.
- Inspected products for defects and conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.
- Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met and documented results of inspections.
- Maintained records of all nonconforming products and completed corrective actions as required.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Recommended improvement measures to production process to meet quality control standards.
- Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of samples.
- Consulted with engineers to resolve quality, production, and efficiency problems.
- Analyzed data from process control systems to identify trends in product quality.
- Identified areas for improvement in existing processes, procedures, and equipment.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations when issues arose with production processes or end-products.
- Completed non-destructive tests and conducted continuous inspections.
- Developed corrective action plans based on findings from investigations and audits.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve complex problems related to product design or manufacturing processes.
- Evaluated suppliers' performance against established criteria for quality assurance purposes.
- Notified supervisors or other relevant personnel of test or production issues.
- Ensured that all products met customer requirements prior to shipment.
- Made adjustments to equipment or calibrated instruments to required tolerances.
Quality Control Inspector
Publix Distribution
Jacksonville, FL
12.2019 - 06.2021
- Coordinated with receiving and shipping teams on product quality issues.
- Noted changes during testing in project documentation.
- Ensured software programs met functionality and user experience standards. for usability, functionality, and design issues.
- Applied Publix food safety standards during daily distribution inspections.
- Tested finished goods prior to shipment according to established protocols.
- Maintained records of all nonconforming products and completed corrective actions as required.
- Assessed materials, parts and products for conformance with quality control requirements and production specifications.
- Communicated effectively with management regarding progress toward meeting quality objectives.
- Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable.
- Recommended improvement measures to production process to meet quality control standards.
- Used specialized tools to take precise measurements of various aspects of samples.
Truck Driver
Publix Distribution
Jacksonville, FL
04.2016 - 12.2019
- Operated Publix Distribution tractor-trailers on assigned store delivery routes
- Inspected equipment before trips and reported safety concerns
- Delivered grocery products while following DOT and company safety rules
- Checked shipping papers and maintained accurate delivery records
- Communicated with dispatch and warehouse teams about route updates
- Maneuvered trailers through tight loading areas and delivery sites
- Reviewed bills of lading and verified freight against manifests
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Attended training sessions on defensive driving techniques, emerging truck technologies, and accident prevention methods to enhance safety and operational knowledge.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency during team meetings or one-on-one conversations with supervisors.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Coordinated back haul orders to optimize logistics operations and spotted trailers in loading yard.
- Reacted decisively and quickly to protect spoilage.
- Established relationships with agency representatives to complete towing jobs efficiently and according to procedures.
- Informed customers of potential late deliveries to manage expectations and reduce support calls.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Publix Distribution
Jacksonville, FL
01.2014 - 04.2016
- Staged inventory for shipping, receiving, and storage operations.
- Inspected forklifts before shifts and reported maintenance issues promptly.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks following warehouse safety procedures and site rules.
- Operated forklifts to move pallets across warehouse and loading dock areas.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
- Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Followed safe practices to mix and apply chemicals.
Warehouse Selector
Publix Distribution
Jacksonville, FL
11.2010 - 01.2014
- Selected grocery orders using Publix voice-picking equipment in distribution aisles.
- Operated a variety of power equipment including forklifts, order pickers, reach trucks and pallet jacks safely and efficiently.
- Built stable pallets with mixed products for store shipment.
- Loaded trailers with sorted pallets for outbound Publix deliveries.
- Wrapped completed pallets for safe transport through Publix distribution.
- Operated electric pallet jack to move product between staging areas.
- Verified item codes and cases against order requirements.
- Inspected products for damage, shortages, and labeling errors.
- Maintained clean work areas and followed warehouse safety procedures.
Education
High School Diploma
Baker County High School
Macclenny, FLSkills
- Forklift operation
- Warehouse picking
- Material handling
- Inventory tracking
- Order accuracy
- Quality inspection
- Receiving and processing shipments
- Order fulfillment
- Load securing
- Pallet jack handling
- Cross-docking
- Sorting and labeling
- Stacking and staging
- Materials handling and transport
- Health and safety regulations
- Safety compliance
- Safety training
- Time management
- Deadline adherence
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Equipment maintenance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Basic computer proficiency
- Microsoft outlook
- Customer service
- Customer communication
- Team communication
- Operations support
- Problem solving
- Self-motivation and discipline
- Supply chain
- Product management
- Composting techniques
- Space optimization
- Able to lift and carry 160 lbs
- Dock leveling
- Truck processing
- Materials handling and transport
- Health and safety regulations
- Warehouse logistics
- Microsoft outlook
- Receiving and processing shipments
- Stock management
- Pallet jacks
- Cross-docking
Timeline
Professional Landscaper
M3 lawn care
09.2025 - Current
Inventory Control Analyst
Publix Distribution
06.2021 - 09.2025
Quality Control Inspector
Publix Distribution
12.2019 - 06.2021
Truck Driver
Publix Distribution
04.2016 - 12.2019
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Publix Distribution
01.2014 - 04.2016
Warehouse Selector
Publix Distribution
11.2010 - 01.2014
High School Diploma
Baker County High School