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Wardell Smith Jr

Ypsilanti

Summary

Business-minded professional tackling any job task with gusto and precision. Determined at delivering exceptional service and responding to questions and inquiries quickly. Demonstrates positive attitude and readiness to adapt to different situations.

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Lawn Care and Maintenance Business Owner

WARDELL SMITH JR PROPERTY MANAGEMENT DBA
Ypsilanti
08.2018 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations of the business and provided guidance when needed.
  • Prepared estimates for customers based on their individual needs and requested services.
  • Adhered to all safety protocols while performing job duties including wearing protective clothing and equipment.
  • Mowed lawns and trimmed grass using a variety of mowers and trimmers.
  • Followed instructions precisely when completing projects so that results met expectations.
  • Adjusted machine settings according to manufacturing specifications.
  • Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
  • Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
  • Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
  • Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks, and closet rods to meet customer needs.
  • Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
  • Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.

Maintenance Technician

BEAL PROPERTIES
Ypsilanti
03.2025 - 07.2025
  • Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
  • Trimmed trees and bushes to maintain a neat appearance at all times.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds, and equipment.
  • Operated hand tools and power tools to make minor maintenance repairs and maintain grounds and walks.
  • Identified problems during daily work inspections and addressed concerns.
  • Provided excellent customer service when addressing tenant maintenance concerns.
  • Operated a variety of hand and power tools safely and efficiently.

Assembly Line Production Worker

Zingerman's Mail Order
Ann Arbor
10.2024 - 12.2024
  • Replaced worn or damaged parts within machines using hand tools when necessary.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed at all times while operating machinery.
  • Tested completed products for proper functioning before shipping them out.
  • Identified defective parts or items needing rework during inspections.
  • Communicated effectively with team members regarding production goals and objectives.
  • Inspected incoming raw materials prior to use in order to ensure quality assurance.
  • Stacked finished products onto pallets in preparation for shipment from the facility.
  • Boxed, labeled, and moved items to keep production lines moving swiftly.
  • Used established assembly instructions to complete jobs.
  • Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins according to predetermined sequence.
  • Worked through each required task and step in production processes.
  • Packed finished products and prepared for shipment.

Lawn care and Maintenance Laborer

ADS LAWN CARE, SNOW REMOVAL AND MAINTENANCE
Ypsilanti
05.2022 - 07.2024
  • Performed general maintenance and repairs on buildings, equipment and machinery.
  • Followed established procedures for ordering parts or materials needed for projects.
  • Operated a variety of power tools such as grinders, saws and drills.
  • Provided assistance to other departments when needed to complete tasks more quickly.
  • Replaced light bulbs, ballasts and other lighting components as necessary.
  • Tested fire alarms monthly to ensure they are working correctly.
  • Repaired broken locks, doors, windows and other building components.
  • Utilized hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, pliers to complete tasks.
  • Responded to emergency maintenance requests in a timely manner.
  • Cleaned lawn mowers after each use according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Removed debris from around the blade area prior to starting any job.
  • Inspected work sites prior to commencing operations for any potential hazards or risks.
  • Operated riding and push-type lawn mowers to cut grass on residential properties.
  • Repaired broken parts such as belts, pulleys, spindles, cables.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with homeowners to promote continued business.
  • Removed brush, limbs and other debris from customers' property at end of jobs.
  • Used proper gear and safety behaviors to minimize injury risk.
  • Coordinated maintenance services such as repairs, cleaning, landscaping and snow removal.
  • Assisted with snow removal operations by plowing streets and clearing sidewalks using snowplows.
  • Assisted in snow removal operations during winter months when necessary.
  • Participated in snow removal services during winter months.

Shelf Stocker

Toys"R"Us
Ann Arbor
03.2020 - 04.2021
  • Provided customer service by answering questions about product location, price and availability.
  • Processed returns quickly and accurately according to company policy.
  • Removed outdated products from shelves in accordance with company policy.
  • Arranged merchandise in an attractive manner to promote sales.
  • Packed boxes for shipment using appropriate packing materials.
  • Participated in physical inventories of stock on hand periodically.
  • Stocked shelves with newly arrived products.

General Laborer

WORKFORCE MANAGEMENT
Ann Arbor
09.2015 - 11.2018
  • Cleaned tools, equipment, and work areas in order to maintain a safe and organized workspace.
  • Moved heavy objects using dollies, carts, hoists, or other manual labor techniques.
  • Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins to keep warehouse organized.
  • Participated in company training sessions to improve skills and boost process knowledge.
  • Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
  • Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
  • Verified accuracy of assembled parts before moving them down the line for further processing.
  • Operated machinery such as drills, saws and presses to assemble parts.
  • Inspected finished products for quality assurance purposes.
  • Followed standard operating procedures while performing tasks on the assembly line.
  • Assembled components of a variety of products, adhering to production specifications.
  • Maintained accurate records of product counts and materials used during assemblies.
  • Communicated effectively with co-workers about production progress throughout shift hours.
  • Boxed, labeled, and moved items to keep production lines moving swiftly.
  • Packed finished products and prepared for shipment.

Store Team Member and Stocker

Kmart
Belleville
01.2018 - 06.2018
  • Managed opening and closing duties such as setting alarm systems, locking doors.
  • Attended training sessions focused on developing retail skillset.
  • Assisted customers with carry-out orders from the store.
  • Performed inventory control activities such as counting merchandise, reconciling discrepancies between physical counts and computer records.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the store, including floors, shelves, counters and restrooms.
  • Provided product knowledge to customers and answered inquiries.
  • Processed returns and exchanges according to company policy.
  • Adhered to all company policies regarding customer service standards.

Education

ABATEMENT REMOVAL CERTIFICATE,

J.M.S. ASBESTOS TRAINING CENTER
Detroit, MI
01-2008

GED -

The State of Michigan
01-2006

Skills

  • Effective communication
  • Problem solving
  • Project management
  • Quality assurance
  • Customer service
  • Driven and determined
  • Issue resolution
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Maintenance Technician

BEAL PROPERTIES
03.2025 - 07.2025

Assembly Line Production Worker

Zingerman's Mail Order
10.2024 - 12.2024

Lawn care and Maintenance Laborer

ADS LAWN CARE, SNOW REMOVAL AND MAINTENANCE
05.2022 - 07.2024

Shelf Stocker

Toys"R"Us
03.2020 - 04.2021

Lawn Care and Maintenance Business Owner

WARDELL SMITH JR PROPERTY MANAGEMENT DBA
08.2018 - Current

Store Team Member and Stocker

Kmart
01.2018 - 06.2018

General Laborer

WORKFORCE MANAGEMENT
09.2015 - 11.2018

ABATEMENT REMOVAL CERTIFICATE,

J.M.S. ASBESTOS TRAINING CENTER

GED -

The State of Michigan

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