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Education
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Waitman Grant

Rapid City,SD

Summary

Skilled Labor Worker with strong track record of success in maintenance, repair, and general labor. Multitasks and works well in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Flexible work and shift schedule with expertise operating basic hand and power tools. Excellent work performance in individual and team roles combined with superior attendance record.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Laborer

Integrity Landscape And Design
11.2024 - 06.2025
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
  • Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
  • Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Coordinated with other landscaping professionals to improve outdoor areas.
  • Installed lights, sprinklers and other outdoor features based on requirements.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.

Supervisor

Grounds Guys
09.2024 - 01.2025
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Installed lights, sprinklers and other outdoor features based on requirements.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas.
  • Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.

Property Care Supervisor

Aspen Ridge Lawn & Landscape
05.2022 - 08.2023
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Conducted regular reviews of operations and identified areas for improvement.
  • Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.

Team Leader/Supervisor

Rapid City School District
10.2020 - 10.2021
  • Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
  • Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
  • Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
  • Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
  • Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
  • Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
  • Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
  • Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.

Groundskeeper/Maintenance

Monument Hospital /Compass Group
04.2017 - 03.2020
  • Groundskeeper and some maintenance,bob cat experience. Snow removal and staying in contact with contractors for different events.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
  • Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
  • Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.

Custodial/Maintenance

Todd County School District
08.2009 - 04.2017
  • Maintain exterior and interior facilities
  • Supervise and schedule employees
  • Budget for small and large projects
  • Deploy equipment and human resources
  • Prioritize projects

Owner/Operator

Cut Above the Rest
08.2010 - 01.2017
  • Landscaping
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
  • Fostered strong professional network and partnership building skills to connect with quality leads.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Installed underground sprinkler systems to provide grass and gardens with adequate water supply.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Planted bulbs, trees, bushes, and flowers for residential and commercial clients.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.

Supervisor

Always Green Landscaping and Snowplowing
02.2006 - 06.2015
  • Landscaping
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Answered questions and addressed customer concerns according to rigorous timetables, supporting diverse lawn health and landscape development requests.
  • Completed timesheets and project reports on time to maintain client files for future reference.
  • Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
  • Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees, and bushes.
  • Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
  • Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts, and wheelbarrows.
  • Performed weekly groundskeeping and building maintenance for multiple satisfied customers.
  • Collected and removed debris at job sites.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.

Education

General Education Diploma - Private Investigation

Tenable Protective Services
Cleveland, OH
01.1992

High school or equivalent -

Bedford High School
Cleveland, OH
05.1991

Skills

  • Multitasker
  • Effective time management
  • Extensive custodial experience
  • Effective communication
  • Detail-oriented professional
  • Team leadership
  • Forklift operation
  • Team supervision experience
  • Bobcat operation

Certification

  • Master Gardner Specialist, Private Investigation
  • June 2019 to Present
  • Master Gardner
  • Driver's License
  • Driver's license
  • Non-CDL Class C

Timeline

Laborer

Integrity Landscape And Design
11.2024 - 06.2025

Supervisor

Grounds Guys
09.2024 - 01.2025

Property Care Supervisor

Aspen Ridge Lawn & Landscape
05.2022 - 08.2023

Team Leader/Supervisor

Rapid City School District
10.2020 - 10.2021

Groundskeeper/Maintenance

Monument Hospital /Compass Group
04.2017 - 03.2020

Owner/Operator

Cut Above the Rest
08.2010 - 01.2017

Custodial/Maintenance

Todd County School District
08.2009 - 04.2017

Supervisor

Always Green Landscaping and Snowplowing
02.2006 - 06.2015

General Education Diploma - Private Investigation

Tenable Protective Services

High school or equivalent -

Bedford High School

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