Experience

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  Us army

  Nov 1986 - Dec 1989

  Infantry soldier

  M-60 Machine Gunner, M-249 Gunner in the 25th Infantry Division.Training deployments to Philippines, Thailand, Guam, Australia, Panama

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  Army national guard

  Dec 1989 - Dec 1992

  Infantry team leader
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  Us army

  Dec 1992 - Oct 2011

  Managed the Engagement Skills Trainer (EST 2000) facility at Ft. Knox. Scheduling, Instructing, and marketing. Observed and assessed training for National Guard employees and entry level managers. Trained, Observed, controlled organizational operations and provided performance feedback through coaching and task oriented After Action Reviews (AAR). Provided knowledge andexperience in developing computerized scenarios used by the National Guard Bureau for use on the Virtual Battlefield System (VBS). Used computerized simulators to train more than 3,000 Military and Civilian employees on employee related tasks and procedures. Show less Supervised the training, and professional development of 37 Soldiers. Led andmentored 37 employees during war and peacetime operations. Supervised the platoon's maintenance andinventory valued in excess of $12.5 million dollars with zero loss. Demonstrated superior leadership, competence and abilitieswhile conducting over 150 combat missions in Falluja, Ramadi, and Baghdad, Iraq. Supervised, trained andcoached 24 Soldiers from the organization on the .50 caliber machine gun that resulted in an 80% expertqualification rate with the remaining 20% successfully qualifying. Planned, coordinated, and implemented atraining program for a military test that resulted in 42% of the department earning an award. Provided marksmanship instruction andcoaching that resulted in 90% of the department receiving an expert rating. Show less Squad Leader of a 9 squad with the mission to provide the military training resources for military combatand support units in Europe. Supervised the training of 9 Soldiers. Supervised the maintenance and accountability of equipment valued inexcess of $850,000. Coordinated, interviewed, and wrote contracts for re-enlistments of 650 employees while serving as the HumanResource Manager. Consistently exceeded the organizations employee quarterly and annual retention quotas. Trained, qualified, andlicensed 50 drivers in the organization. Show less

  • Retired

    Oct 2009 - Oct 2011

  • Senior-Trainer/Developer

    Jun 2005 - Oct 2009

  • Platoon Sergeant

    Jan 2003 - May 2005

  • Squad Leader/ Human Resource Manager

    Jan 1999 - Dec 2002

  • Infantry Squad Leader

    Jan 1994 - Nov 1999

  • Tactical Operations Center

    Dec 1992 - Dec 1993
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  Turner roofing co

  Sept 2011 - Aug 2012

  Warehouse manager

  Responsible for Inventory accountability and receiving. Payroll for 25 employees. Conduct weekly safety meeting. Maintain records of safety briefings. OSHA 10 hour certified. Install waterproofing material on newly constructed buildings.

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  Brightview landscapes

  Sept 2012 - Aug 2016

  Manages 80 landscaping accounts for big-box stores located in North Texas. My territory includes Abilene, Lubbock, Amarillo, The DFW area out to Texarkana. Evaluates the performance of 7 sub-contracting companies, hired to provide landscaping services and irrigation system maintenance for big-box stores, to ensure contract specifications are metRecommends property enhancement proposals, each valued between $500-$20,000, to big-box stores for aesthetic and safety improvements. Transferred to San Antonio. Show less

  • Production Manager

    Apr 2014 - Aug 2016

  • North Texas Market Manager

    Sept 2012 - Apr 2014
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  Maldanado nursery and landscaping

  Jul 2016 - Mar 2017

  Account manager

  Account Manager Manages the day to day operations of 7 landscaping crews servicing 47 properties valued in excess of $1.9 million. Weekly Consultation with clients to discuss landscape issues, enhancements, and events.Conduct weekly site visits to ensure contract specifications are met and quality control. Responsible for landscape maintenance at 47 properties. Responsible for the maintenance of equipment valued in excess of $100k.

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  Greenspace landscaping inc

  Apr 2017 - Jun 2018

  Manager account

  • Managed 60 residential and commercial maintenance accounts in my territory valued in excess of $350,000• Generate sales proposals for landscape enhancements through direct customer contact• Managed the construction and installation of new landscaping• Prepare monthly reports for owner, property managers, and clients• Generate new sales leads through cold calling and referrals • Managed the day to day operations of 3 maintenance crews• Sold $30,000 in enhancement in the first month of employment• Resolve customer complaints through negotiation• Work remotely with laptop and phone while conducting site visits Show less

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  Austin eco systems inc

  Jul 2019 - Nov 2021

  Account manager

  • Managed 40 commercial maintenance accounts in my territory valued in excess of $2,400,000• Texas Certified Landscape Professional #719• Submit weekly and monthly reports to customers and clients ensure contract adherence• Meet with crews on site to review punch lists• Meet with property managers for annual budget meetings• Generate sales for landscape enhancements through direct customer contact• Meet weekly with property managers to discuss crew performance, enhancements, and safety issues• Coordinate with irrigation department to ensure timely inspections and repairs• Attend weekly meetings with management to discuss issues and plans• Generate new clients through cold calling and references• Coordinate with suppliers to deliver equipment and materials on time• Collaborate with subcontractor for tree removal, right of way clearance, and pruning• Source plants and material to fulfill approved enhancement proposals• Resolve customer’s complaints through negotiation• Work remotely with laptop and phone while conducting site visits Show less

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  Divisions maintenance group

  Nov 2021 - now

  District manager

  Manage the exterior services of 167 commercial properties.