Howard Taylor
NIAGARA ON THE LAKE,ON
Summary
With a proven track record at the City of St. Catharines, I excel in garden maintenance and team collaboration, enhancing ecosystem health and client satisfaction. As the owner of Trinket Property Maintenance, I boosted customer happiness through efficient processes, showcasing my leadership and horticultural expertise.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Gardener's Helper/Cemetary/Facilities Maintenance
City Of St. Catharines
11.2022 - Current
- Performed fall and spring cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas.
- Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
- Planted and cultivated by preparing soil and watering and fertilizing plants for thriving and healthy results. Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Seeded and prepared grass with top soil
- Watered plants with water truck.
- Planted flowers at the City of St. Catharines Golf Course.
- Snow removal at City of St. Catharines Arena and Museum.
Gatdener/Golf Course Technician
Niagara Parks Commission
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
Owner
Trinket Property Maintenance
02.1988 - 10.1992
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
Education
No Degree - Business Administration/ Marketing
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
King City, ON04-1989
Skills
- Time Management
- Garden maintenance
- Planting flowers and bushes
- Team Collaboration
- Snow Removal/Salting
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Accomplishments
- Grew business by 120% through strategic marketing and advertising efforts.
- Hired, trained and developed 3 staff to become team managers.
- Grew a customer base of repeat and referral customers by continually offering exceptional customer seasonal gardens.
- Studied Horticulture and learned how to plant like plants together for maximum coverage and colour complimenting for great curb appeal.
Interests
- Baking
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
- Fundraising Events
- Team Sports
- Hiking
- I have a passion for photography and editing photos
- Graphic Design
- Yoga
Timeline
Gardener's Helper/Cemetary/Facilities Maintenance
City Of St. Catharines
11.2022 - Current
Gatdener/Golf Course Technician
Niagara Parks Commission
04.2022 - 11.2022
Owner
Trinket Property Maintenance
02.1988 - 10.1992
No Degree - Business Administration/ Marketing
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
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