VICTOR PENKOV
Yard to Fork
El Dorado Hills,CA
1
Language
10
years of professional experience
Hardworking and motivated business owner with 6 years of experience running my own landscaping company. I started the business from scratch and grew it to 160 regular clients by providing reliable service and building strong relationships. I handled everything from scheduling and budgeting to hiring and customer service. I take pride in being organized, dependable, and focused on doing quality work.
Work History
Lead Foodscape Installer
7 Months- lead and trained installation crew members.
- prepared planting areas, raised garden beds, trellises, and irrigation systems.
- installed fruit trees, edible plants, shrubs, and other related features.
- read blueprints and interpreted crew members about landscape or foodscape plans.
- coordinated daily work flow, bringing materials and tools to job sites.
- ensured proper plant placement along with spacing, soil preparation, and installation techniques.
- communicated with supervisor and the clients on site.
- troubleshoot any installations challenges and made field adjustments with clients and supervisors approval.
- maintained a clean and organized jobsite to ensure workers and clients safety.
- performed a final quality check and made sure everything was done on time and met the right specifications to ensure clients and yard to fork owner to be satisfied.
Business Owner, Self Employed
6 Years 8 Months- Started and ran my own landscaping business for 5 years.
- Built a steady client base of over 160 regular customers through dependable service and quality work.
- Managed scheduling, budgeting, and day-to-day operations on my own.
- Hired and trained team members to help with larger projects.
- Focused on staying organized and making sure each job was completed on time and to a high standard.
- Communicated directly with clients to handle questions and resolve any issues professionally.
- Learned how to manage time, lead a small team, and provide great customer service through hands-on experience.
Marketing Agent
2 Years- Actively engaged with the public to effectively promote vocational resorts.
- Represented the company at a variety of events across Northern California.
- Delivered compelling information to spark interest and attract potential customers.
- Contributed to enhancing brand visibility through direct, personal interactions.
- Supported overall marketing objectives by fostering customer engagement and inquiries.
Landscaping Specialist
1 Year 11 Months- Ensured customer satisfaction and smooth, on-time business operations.
- Performed basic lawn care, irrigation system maintenance, plumbing, excavating, and concrete work for patios and sidewalks.
- Maintained equipment and transported tools as needed for job sites.
- Tracked customer requests and scheduled weekly work efficiently.
- Promoted the business through advertising and outreach efforts.
Concrete Technician
4 Months- Ensure concrete members are cast to correct dimensions and finish specifications.
- Inspect concrete finishes including blasted finish, honed finish, rock pockets, cracks, and other inconsistencies.
- Identify and report defects or surface issues.
- Verify that concrete repairs are completed properly according to engineering and management instructions.
- Collaborate with the construction team to maintain quality standards.
Education
High School Diploma
Universal Technical Institute
High School Diploma
Skills
G-Suit
Forklift Operator
Skid Steer Operator
Lawn Care
Customer Service
Sales
Construction tools and equipment
Languages
Russian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Foodscape Installer
Yard to Fork
03.2026 - CurrentRead More
Business Owner, Self Employed
01.2019 - 09.2025Read More
Marketing Agent
Soleil Communications
01.2018 - 01.2020Read More
Landscaping Specialist
Andrey’s Landscaping
12.2016 - 11.2018Read More
Concrete Technician
Clark Pacific
08.2016 - 12.2016Read More
River City High School
High School Diploma
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UTI
High School Diploma
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