Experience

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  Berea college

  Aug 2008 - Jan 2009

  Facilities management

  Used various grounds maintenance equipment to complete daily tasks.Aerated, mowed, and seeded grass when needed to keep the grounds looking presentable.Programmed sprinkler system to work accordingly.Ensured the grounds were safe and suitable for students and staff.

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  Battlefield golf course

  Mar 2009 - Feb 2011

  Grounds maintenance

  Maintained the playing surfaces for daily play. Ensured the quality of the various types of turf grasses. Maintained and operated specialized turf equipment. Planned for and utilized watering schedules for the turf.

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  Vertical structures inc

  Feb 2011 - Sept 2012

  Tower hand

  • Work on tower top, looking after all aspects of work while at the tower top, ensuring that a quality installation has been performed, including rigging, hoisting, landing, fastening, loadhopping, etc.• Installation of up-top equipment including masts, clamping, bracing, supports, antennas, RRUs, cabling, bolting, true-ing up, shooting proper azimuth within tolerances, reading maps and a compass, torqueing to spec, labeling, picture-taking, documentation, plumb and tilt readingswith smart level, etc.• Coax, fiber, lines, and hybrid cable installation, connector installation, sweep and testing assisting, weather proofing, color-coding, labeling, etc. connect coax feedlines and jumpers per piping diagrams, and support and fasten adequately for a quality, lasting installation.• Do grounding, terminations, fastening, proper bolting and antioxidant use, support of leads, cadwelding as required, etc.• Assist on overall job on ground work as well, all tasks required to build and install a site per customer specs, maintain safe work environment, daily use and completion of VS forms, assisting with overall crew work, maintenance of vehicles and equipment, etc. continue to work towards training and certifications for tower related work.• Read and understand drawings, piping diagrams, job specifications, mounting specs, testing procedures, etc. • Work in a team environment on the crew and be a valued member of the team and the company.• Traveled as necessary to provide maintenance and support to cellular towers,• Safety Rescue Training certified. Show less

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  Klausing group

  Sept 2012 - Apr 2024

  Drive seamless transition from sales to operations, ensuring projects remain on schedule and within budget.Develop comprehensive understanding of budgets and monitor job costs, leading to increased profitability.Manage quality control processes, ensuring alignment with Klausing Group's high standards of smart landscaping.Enhance employee engagement through strategic team building and training program improvements.Demonstrate leadership in sustainability, pioneering initiatives that have become benchmarks for industry best practices. Show less

  • Production Manager

    Jun 2018 - Apr 2024

  • Field Supervisor

    Sept 2012 - Jun 2018
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  Root’s landscape maintenance llc

  Mar 2024 - now

  Small business owner

  At Root’s, our mission extends beyond traditional landscaping. We embrace Permaculture, a visionary approach to land management that mimics the harmony found in thriving natural ecosystems. This philosophy guides our design principles, rooted in whole-systems thinking, ensuring every project contributes to a healthier, more sustainable environment. We specialize in transforming urban spaces into vibrant, self-sustaining ecosystems that enrich our communities and the planet. Discover our unique niche in creating landscapes that are not only visually stunning but also ecologically balanced and resilient. Show less

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  Pratts lawn and landscape, inc.

  Jun 2024 - now

  Commercial product manager

  Facilitate the smooth transition from sales to operations, ensuring that all projects adhere to timelines and budgetary constraints. Gain deep insights into budgeting and consistently track job costs to drive profitability. Lead quality assurance processes, ensuring compliance with Pratt's standards in commercial landscaping. Boost employee involvement through strategic team development and the enhancement of training initiatives. Provide leadership in sustainability, spearheading efforts that set new standards for industry excellence. Show less