Walker Crawford
Danville,IL
Summary
Hardworking Landscaper with over 5 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. Completed efficient, high-quality landscaping work for business, residential and institutional customers. Maintained cost-effective operations and achieved high satisfaction ratings. Background includes working alone or with crew members to perform over 15 jobs per week. Reliable laborer ready for challenging work in indoor or outdoor environments. Works great in any weather and always shows up on time. Offers skills in landscaping and building basic outdoor features to meet clients' needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Grounds Crew Member
Tony weathers
Danville , IL
01.2020 - 02.2024
- Trained new employees in proper safety procedures related to groundskeeping activities.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws regarding safe use of chemicals and pesticides.
- Applied fertilizers and herbicides to lawns and gardens according to safety protocols.
- Repaired fences, decks and other structures on the property when needed.
- Scheduled regular maintenance tasks based on seasonal needs.
- Operated light construction equipment such as tractors, mowers, blowers, trimmers and other power tools.
- Performed regular maintenance of grounds, including mowing, trimming, edging, pruning, and planting.
- Conducted daily inspections of equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety.
- Responded to customer inquiries regarding landscape services.
- Inspected turf areas for pests or disease infestations; treated accordingly.
- Removed debris from walkways and driveways with rakes or leaf blowers.
- Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
- Raked leaves and collected debris to maintain a clean environment.
- Aided in the construction of fences, patios, decks, and walkways.
- Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
- Conducted seasonal tasks such as winterizing plants or spring cleaning.
- Advised customers on plant, flower or shrubbery care.
- Coordinated with team members to complete projects efficiently.
- Monitored plant health and applied treatments as needed.
- Maintained lawns and gardens through mowing, trimming, and fertilizing.
- Shoveled snow and spread salt on walkways and parking lots.
- Cultivated soil to prepare for planting or sod installation.
- Operated landscaping equipment, including mowers, trimmers, and blowers.
- Removed snow from walkways using shovels or snow blowers.
- Maintained artificial turf by vacuuming and disinfecting after use to prevent harmful bacteria growth.
- Provided proper upkeep of planters, paved areas or other grounds features.
- Managed mulching projects to enhance garden beds' appearance.
- Ensured proper drainage by grading land surfaces appropriately.
- Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
- Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
- Planted trees, shrubs, flowers, and grass for aesthetic appeal.
- Adjusted amount of water consumption using irrigation methods to prevent waste.
- Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
- Maintained or repaired tools or equipment for safety and longevity.
- Built or maintained greenhouses, fences or benches,
- Installed landscape lighting fixtures for safety and visual appeal.
- Installed irrigation systems for efficient water management.
- Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
- Assisted with landscape design projects based on client needs.
- Decorated gardens, paths and beds with stones or plants.
- Winterized irrigation systems and restarted systems in spring.
- Cared for artificial turf fields, periodically removing turf and replacing cushioning pads.
- Performed routine maintenance on landscaping tools and equipment.
- Transplanted plants from nursery stock or existing landscapes.
- Set support stakes and attached wires from planted trees.
- Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
- Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
- Laid sod on prepared surfaces for a finished look of the landscape design.
- Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
- Installed water features such as fountains and sprinkler systems.
- Planned and designed landscaping projects to meet customer needs and preferences.
- Provided knowledgeable advice about plant selection for customers' landscapes.
- Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
Cashier
Ashlea Robbins
Danville, IL
06.2014 - 11.2019
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Operated cash register or POS system to receive payment by cash, check and credit card.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Answered customer questions and provided store information.
- Trained new team members in cash register operation, stock procedures, and customer services.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
- Learned roles of other departments to provide coverage and keep store operational.
- Helped with purchases and signed customers up for rewards program.
- Scanned merchandise using point-of-sale system for accurate purchase totals.
- Preserved appearance of store by arranging and replenishing displays and merchandise racks.
- Verified customer age requirement for alcohol or tobacco purchases.
- Processed refunds for worn, damaged and broken merchandise.
- Tracked company inventories, moved excess stock and arranged products to improve sales.
- Used suggestive selling techniques to promote add-on sales.
- Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Balanced daily transactions on a computerized point-of-sale system.
- Organized promotional displays or arrange merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
- Processed returns and exchanges of merchandise in accordance with store policies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Danville High School
Danville, IL05-2013
Skills
- Leaf blowing
- Irrigation Systems
- Tree pruning
- Pesticide application
- Fertilizer Application
- Debris Removal
- Jobsite Safety
- Planting
- Customer Service
- Soil preparation
- Landscape design
- Mulching gardens
- Machine Safety Practices
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Weather Tolerance
- Pest Management
- Weeding and edging
- Trimming and edging flower beds
- Responsible and Punctual
- Strong Work Ethic
- Tree and Shrub Planting
- Flower pruning and watering
- Plant Knowledge
Timeline
Grounds Crew Member
Tony weathers
01.2020 - 02.2024
Cashier
Ashlea Robbins
06.2014 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Danville High School
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