Jose Mercado
Hayward
Summary
Dynamic gardener with a proven track record at own business, excelling in garden design and maintenance. Skilled in plant cultivation and customer service, I enhance landscapes while ensuring ecosystem health. Committed to safety and efficiency, I effectively manage time and resources to achieve thriving gardens and satisfied clients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Gardener
Own Business
08.2021 - 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.
- Maintained healthy gardens by timely pruning, fertilizing, mulching, and pest control measures.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of job sites by properly disposing of waste and returning tools and equipment to proper storage locations.
- Enhanced garden aesthetics by implementing creative landscape designs and plant arrangements.
- Kept accurate and up-to-date records of scheduled tasks, tools and material inventory to maintain gardens and track progress.
- Maintained gardening tools and equipment by sharpening and cleaning tools to keep in good working condition.
- Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to company safety protocols and maintaining well-organized workspaces.
- Streamlined garden maintenance processes by organizing tools and equipment efficiently for daily use.
- Communicated with customers by answering questions and addressing concerns to provide clients with regular updates on garden status.
- Continued learning about plants, gardening techniques and best practices to provide customers with accurate and constructive information.
Mobile Trailer Work
MTW
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Forklift Operator
P&r Supply
12.2016 - 04.2021
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Supported warehouse staff in meeting tight deadlines by prioritizing tasks based on shipment schedules.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
- Conserved warehouse space through efficient stacking and placement of materials according to size, weight, and fragility requirements.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Expedited order fulfillment with proficient navigation of narrow aisles during the picking process without causing damage or delays.
- Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
- Streamlined order processing by accurately updating inventory management software.
- Supported continuous operation by performing minor maintenance on forklifts, preventing downtime.
- Increased storage efficiency with strategic pallet stacking and goods placement.
- Promoted culture of safety, conducting informal peer training on forklift operation safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and effectively.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by ensuring that goods were handled with care, minimizing returns due to damage.
- Reduced instances of stock discrepancies, meticulously tracking goods received against purchase orders.
- Contributed to warehouse organization by efficiently utilizing storage spaces and aisles.
- Increased operational flexibility by obtaining certifications for various types of forklifts.
- Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
- Streamlined order processing, organizing goods for easy access and quick dispatch.
- Enhanced safety on warehouse floor by conducting daily pre-operation forklift inspections.
- Ensured timely movement of products to designated areas, leading to smoother warehouse operation.
- Supported inventory accuracy, assisting in periodic stock counts and audits.
- Facilitated collaborative work environment, readily assisting colleagues in heavy lifting tasks.
- Enhanced operational efficiency, regularly updating skills through company-provided training sessions.
- Reduced product damage by adhering to strict handling and lifting protocols.
- Achieved high levels of product security by following best practices in cargo handling.
- Maintained clean and safe work environment, contributing to reduction in workplace accidents.
- Facilitated prompt shipping, executing precise and timely order fulfillment.
- Streamlined inventory management by accurately logging movements of goods.
- Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
- Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
- Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
- Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
- Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
- Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
- Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
- Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
- Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
- Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
- Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
- Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
- Used equipment such as The equipment we get as uniforms, gloves and equipment security to process excess materials and support recycling efforts.
- Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitchpins.
Skills
- Time management
- Garden maintenance
- Planting flowers and bushes
- Team collaboration
- Tree planting
- Using hand tools
- Maintaining equipment
- Flexible schedule
- Safety procedures
- Lawn and grounds maintenance
- Vegetable cultivation
- Inventory management
- Garden design
- Customer service and assistance
- Operating mowers and tractors
- Landscaping plans
- Training and mentoring
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Limited Working
Interests
- Gardening
Timeline
Mobile Trailer Work
MTW
09.2023 - 04.2025
Gardener
Own Business
08.2021 - Current
Forklift Operator
P&r Supply
12.2016 - 04.2021
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