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Jessica
Claire
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(555) 432-1000,
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Summary

Safety-conscious Groundskeeper for commercial and residential properties. Brings fourteen years of experience in landscaping, grounds maintenance and building access maintenance. Thorough and dedicated worker skilled at conducting inspections to maintain or troubleshoot building or grounds issues. My current position has also provided seven years of event set up, tear down, and clean up for three wedding venues.

Skills
  • Facility maintenance and repair
  • Sowing grass seed
  • Cultivating soil
  • Installing lawn furniture
  • Using hand tools
  • Applying fertilizer
  • Trimming and edging flower beds
  • Mulching gardens
  • Landscaping and gardening
  • Shoveling snow from walkways
  • Monitoring health of plants
  • Constructing patios
  • Safe handling of pesticides
  • Managing work crews
  • Irrigation and aeration
  • Heavy lifting
  • Gardening tools
  • Safety-oriented
  • Planting
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Hand tools proficiency
  • Repairs and maintenance
  • Fertilizer and pest control
Education and Training
Butler County Community College Butler, PA, Expected in 2006 – – Associate of Applied Science : Park And Recreation Management - GPA :
Butler High School Butler, PA, Expected in 2000 – – High School Diploma : - GPA :
Experience
Hawthorne Residential Partners - Groundskeeper
San Marcos, TX, 05/2014 - Current
  • Dug irrigation trenches for play-area enclosures, gazebos and other small construction projects.
  • Applied herbicides and pesticides to encourage healthy growth.
  • Enhanced commercial and residential properties by repairing fencing, equipment and sidewalks.
  • Installed block and stone décor according to plans and specifications.
  • Planted bulbs, bushes, trees and flowers to enhance environment.
  • Prepared soil and gardens for planting and laid down mulch and sod.
  • Pruned trees and bushes regularly for optimal shaping and better growth in upcoming seasons.
  • Mowed and trimmed yards every week in line with maintenance standards.
  • Trimmed shrubbery and trees to help plants produce more flowers and fruit to benefit wildlife.
  • Operated vehicles and equipment safely to minimize risks to people and property.
  • Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
  • Removed and properly disposed of debris to maintain worksite safety.
  • Operated and maintained basic landscaping equipment and vehicles.
  • Kept outdoor spaces looking clean and inviting with regular removal of leaves, sticks and other debris.
  • Administered pesticides to mitigate and control pest damage.
  • Hung lights, wreaths and garlands to prepare for winter holidays.
  • Swapped out plant containers and flowerbeds each spring, summer and fall.
  • Removed poison ivy and other harmful plants while wearing protective gear.
  • Fertilized, cultivated and weeded soil to deliver steady supply of nutrients to plants.
  • Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
  • Scheduled regular landscaping services to promote optimal growth and maintain attractive appearance of lawns and facility grounds.
  • Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
  • Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shapes.
  • Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
  • Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
  • Removed debris and trash from surrounding areas and disposed of recyclable materials properly.
  • Used equipment, including mowers and trimmers safely to prevent accidents.
  • Observed plants and trees for diseases and researched mitigation procedures.
  • Added new landscaping seasonally, including plants and grass seed.
Extra Space Storage - Lawn Maintenance Worker
Owensboro, KY, 06/2012 - 05/2014
  • Mowed and edged grass to trim lawn and removed cut grass using gas-powered leaf blower.
  • Loaded and unloaded equipment from trailers and trucks.
  • Completed seasonal spring and fall cleanup by removing leaves and cleaning gutters.
  • Maintained equipment and notified supervisors of needed repairs.
  • Pulled weeds and sprayed lawn with weed killer and other chemicals.
  • Trimmed hedges and pruned plants.
  • Lined flower beds with wood mulch.
  • Applied fertilizer using spreader equipment for greener grass.
  • Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
  • Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
  • Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shapes.
  • Trimmed shrubbery and trees to help plants produce more flowers and fruit to benefit wildlife.
  • Installed block and stone décor according to plans and specifications.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
  • Removed poison ivy and other harmful plants while wearing protective gear.
Ibis Tek - Property Manager
City, STATE, 03/2007 - 05/2012
  • Assisted with grounds maintenance with basic landscaping support, including mowing, trimming and debris removal.
  • Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
  • Oversaw watering schedules, equipment winterization and other irrigation planning and maintenance.
  • Mixed and applied fertilizers, herbicides or insecticides to promote growth and mitigate pests.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners or chain saws.
  • Shoveled snow and spread salt on walkways and parking lots.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.

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School Attended

  • Butler County Community College
  • Butler High School

Job Titles Held:

  • Groundskeeper
  • Lawn Maintenance Worker
  • Property Manager

Degrees

  • Associate of Applied Science
  • High School Diploma

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