Zachary Fleser

• Managed daily operations for optimal performance, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
• Maintained open lines of communication with upper management to provide regular updates on operational progress and challenges faced by the team.
• Led continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing waste, increasing efficiency, and enhancing overall productivity levels within the Lawn Maintenance and Vegetation Control Departments.
• Conducted regular performance evaluations for direct reports, identifying areas for improvement and setting development goals accordingly.
• Collaborated with other supervisors to make sure team effort was a focus to get the tasks completed in a timely manor.
• Created efficient schedules for the operations team.

• Applied fertilizers and pesticides to lawns and grounds to control weeds, reduce insect infestation and maintain soil fertility.
• Determined causes of lawn and garden issues and recommended solutions.
• Administered pesticides to mitigate and control pest damage.
• Maintained equipment and notified supervisors of needed repairs.
• Operated company vehicles and equipment safely and according to good practices.
• Increased company business by maintaining strong relationships with customers and expertly solving service issues.
• Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
• Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
• Winter season; Supervised crews to complete snow removal done in an efficient man with quality being up to standard.
• Operated machinery including Loaders/plow trucks/salt trucks through out various sites.
• Solved problems on the fly with ever changing weather.

• Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
• Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
• Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
• Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top product shipment delivery quality control.
• Measured temperature of haul and refrigerated area of truck.
• Managed time in a way to plan for delays yo make sure goods arrived on time.

• Responded quickly to customer inquiries and concerns to drive customer satisfaction and maximize retention.
• Applied fertilizers and pesticides to lawns and grounds to control weeds, reduce insect infestation and maintain soil fertility.
• Managed and serviced diverse customer accounts with focus on addressing individual needs and specifications.
• Determined causes of lawn and garden issues and recommended solutions.
• Administered pesticides to mitigate and control pest damage.
• Maintained equipment and notified supervisors of needed repairs.
• Pulled weeds and sprayed lawn with weed killer and other chemicals.
• Removed poison ivy and other harmful plants while wearing protective gear.
• Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.

• Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
• Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
• Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
• Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
• Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
• Washed and peeled ingredients to prepare for different meals and recipes.
• Talked with customers to make sure they were getting the food they desired.

Started as a part time employee until April 2015 when I was offered a Full Time crew leader position as a Lawn Care Technician

• Shoveled snow up to company standards
• Came in on an on call basis.
• Treated lawns with chemical applications to improve appearance and health.
• Applied fertilizer using spreader equipment for greener grass.
• Applied weed and pest control chemicals to protect customer lawns.
• Came in to help with green season work when short staffed.

• Vacuumed car interiors to remove dirt and debris.
• Waxed exterior of vehicles, removed compound with soft cloth and buffed to brilliant shine.
• Washed wide range of vehicles each day.
• Checked vehicles prior to service and immediately afterward to identify damages.
• Cleaned cars both externally and internally by hand or with use of automated equipment.
• Inspected vehicles thoroughly to recommend changing of auto parts, painting and other necessary services.
• Scrubbed, scraped and sprayed equipment and vehicles to remove build-up.
• Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.