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Candice Goetzinger

1590 Price Road Parksville,BC

Summary

Hardworking with strong organizational skills.

Physically fit and strong individual with outstanding physical stamina to handle work in both cold and hot weather.

History of working alone or with performance-oriented team to job completion.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet goals. Committed to worksite safety and client satisfaction.

Familiar with and effective use of power tools and equipment to maintain attractive, long-lasting garden displays.



Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Landscaper

Self-employeed
07.2022 - 09.2023
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.

Professional Painter

Self-employeed
07.2022 - 09.2023
  • Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
  • Completed interior and exterior painting for variety of residential and commercial clients.
  • Used putty knives and caulking guns to fill cracks, holes and joints with plaster, putty and caulk.
  • Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint surfaces.

Landscaper

Self-employeed
06.2015 - 06.2022
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Cultivated and replanted trees and plants to maintain landscaping areas.
  • Installed lights, sprinklers and other outdoor features based on requirements.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
  • Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
  • Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
  • Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.

Professional Painter

Self-employeed
07.2005 - 06.2022
  • Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
  • Completed interior and exterior painting for variety of residential and commercial clients.
  • Used putty knives and caulking guns to fill cracks, holes and joints with plaster, putty and caulk.
  • Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint surfaces.
  • Monitored and adjusted painting techniques for optimal results.
  • Removed fixtures such as pictures, doorknobs, lamps, and electric switch covers prior to painting.
  • Followed safety protocols and used protective equipment during painting projects to minimize risk.
  • Calculated amounts of required materials and approximate time to complete each project to estimate project costs.
  • Met with clients to discuss color and finish options and other design details.
  • Covered surfaces and furnishings with cloth and plastic to protect from paint drops.
  • Managed daily operations by scheduling and coordinating appointments, assisting customers in selecting and matching colors and preparing invoices and bank deposits.
  • Used sandpaper, scrapers, grinders, and steel wool to smooth surfaces.
  • Used sandpaper to scrape walls and other surfaces to remove old paint.
  • Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
  • Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
  • Repaired drywall and plaster prior to painting.
  • Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
  • Patched cracks, holes and other imperfections in walls and other surfaces.
  • Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.
  • Reached high ceilings and walls with scaffolding and ladders.
  • Corrected surface imperfections by filling cracks, holes and joints.
  • Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
  • Interacted with clients to report progress and verify timetable for completed work.
  • Calculated accurate amounts of materials and estimated time for planned jobs.
  • Selected appropriate type of paint and other materials for specific surfaces.

Education

Building Service Certificate - Residential Building Worker Course

Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, BC
06.2005

Diploma - Accounting And Finance

Capilano University
North Vancouver, BC
01.2002

Skills

  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Excellent Verbal and Written Communication
  • Responsible and Punctual
  • Project Deadline Driven

Timeline

Landscaper

Self-employeed
07.2022 - 09.2023

Professional Painter

Self-employeed
07.2022 - 09.2023

Landscaper

Self-employeed
06.2015 - 06.2022

Professional Painter

Self-employeed
07.2005 - 06.2022

Building Service Certificate - Residential Building Worker Course

Vancouver Island University

Diploma - Accounting And Finance

Capilano University
Candice Goetzinger