Dalton Bishop
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Dynamic landscaping and property maintenance professional with over 18 years of experience, dedicated to delivering exceptional quality while fostering a collaborative team environment. Recognized for strong leadership and outstanding communication skills that effectively engage clients and colleagues. Expertise in equipment operation, including forklifts and small excavators, combined with a proactive approach to problem-solving and process optimization. Committed to continuous learning and improvement, ensuring success of the team.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaper Level 2
Boardwalk Rental Communities
03.2024 - Current
- Same roles and responsibilities as my tenure in 2007-2012.
- Taken on additional responsibilities to support as level 3 back up such as:
- Drive the truck and trailer in between sites to deliver supplies and pick up materials as well as complete dump runs.
- Maintain clean and organized equipment sheds and ensuring equipment is well maintained per maintenance schedules.
- Coordinating with the crews at each site to ensure completion of projects per expected time lines.
- Taking shifts on weekends and holidays to ensure month end targets are met.
Owner
Grass Dragon Enterprises
01.2015 - 2025
- Company Overview: Company Owner - Landscaping
- Started and managed a successful A+ rating BBB accredited landscaping company that consistently wins awards for excellence in the community such as 'Best Lawn Care Services in Burnaby' by ThreeBestRated
- Managed all aspects of running the business such as managing client relationships, quoting, business process development, equipment acquisition and maintenance, hiring, building and managing crews, budgeting and financial management as well as drafting and reviewing of contracts.
- Sourced reputable architects, engineers, stonemasons and other various tradesmen to compliment projects
- Drafted and executed plans and designs for various softscape and hardscape projects and irrigation installations.
- Assisted and supported crews with day to day landscaping operations
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions. Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
Landscape Maintenance Team Lead
North by Northwest Ventures Inc
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Company Overview: Landscape Maintenance Team Lead
- Landscape and Maintenance team leader for off site maintenance of various residential and commercial properties.
- Led a crew on projects and day to day responsibilities
- Took care of all aspects of lawn maintenance and landscaping
- Aided and coordinated landscape construction such as gazebos, arbors and sheds.
Lanscaper Level 2
Boardwalk Rental Communities
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Company Overview: Landscaper Level 2
- Lawn Care: Fertilizing, Cutting, Watering and garbage collection.
- Landscaping projects: Planting, Sodding, Potholes, Concrete, Underground Sprinklers, Fences, Tree Pruning/Cutting and Stump Removal.
- Machine Maintenance: Bobcats, Lawn tractors, 2 and 4-stroke small engines.
- In-home Maintenance: Mudding/Painting, Carpet Cleaning, Pool Care
- Snow-plowing and salting
Education
Small Engine Repair SE10, Small Engine Repair SE15, First Aid Level 1, Pool Operator 1, Skid Steer Safety Training Course, Workplace Hazardous Material Information Systems
NAIT
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Heavy lifting, Physically fit
- Flexible and adaptable
- Project planning and management
- Staff management
- Customer service
- Responsible and punctual
- Jobsite safety
- Team collaboration
- Equipment operation and maintenance
- Complex Problem-solving
Timeline
Landscaper Level 2
Boardwalk Rental Communities
03.2024 - Current
Owner
Grass Dragon Enterprises
01.2015 - 2025
Landscape Maintenance Team Lead
North by Northwest Ventures Inc
01.2012 - 01.2015
Lanscaper Level 2
Boardwalk Rental Communities
01.2007 - 01.2012
Small Engine Repair SE10, Small Engine Repair SE15, First Aid Level 1, Pool Operator 1, Skid Steer Safety Training Course, Workplace Hazardous Material Information Systems
NAIT
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