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Overview
Work History
Education
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Team rider for Parktek Boarding co
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Josh Wutzke

Calgary,AB

Summary

Physically fit and strong individual with outstanding physical stamina to handle work in both cold and hot weather. Deeply familiar with landscaping tools and equipment operations, a skill set that can be used in multiple applications.


Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Residential Landscape Technician

Homescapes Ltd.
09.2023 - Current
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
  • Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
  • Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
  • Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
  • Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.

Commerical Landscape Foremen

Alpha Better Landscaping
09.2021 - 11.2022
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Scheduled job assignments for staff to monitor progress and performance.
  • Addressed issues with employees and customers to manage healthy conflict resolutions.
  • Conducted monthly meetings with employees to discuss safety issues, status and development.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
  • Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.

Residential Landscape Foremen

Terraform Landscaping
03.2020 - 09.2021
  • Mowed, trimmed and maintained exterior building spaces on regular schedule.
  • Adapted daily plans according to weather, staffing levels and client needs to maintain excellent client satisfaction and adhere to timelines.
  • Adhered to OSHA guidelines and standards for proper handling of hazardous chemicals and pesticides.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
  • Utilized creative design techniques to maximize aesthetic appeal of landscaping projects.
  • Educated clients on proper care and maintenance of landscaping projects.
  • Developed and implemented strategies for pest and disease control.
  • Trained over new employees on equipment, closely monitoring use for safety and adherence to company protocols.
  • Maintained tools and equipment to foster safe and consistent operation.
  • Enforced safety protocols for projects to minimize equipment accidents and personnel injuries.
  • Assisted clients with development of long-term landscape plans and strategies.
  • Communicated with clients to provide price quotes, discuss design needs and schedule work.

Experienced Landscaper Apprentice

Paraspace Landscaping
04.2016 - 03.2020
  • 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.
  • Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
  • Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
  • Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.

Education

Residential Landscape Technician Diploma. - Horticulture Technician

Burnaby Community & Continuing Education
Burnaby, BC
04.2017

Skills

  • Customer Inquiries
  • Project Deadlines
  • Landscape Maintenance
  • Foliage Removal
  • Active Listening
  • Client Care
  • Operational Improvements
  • Team Leader

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Team rider for Parktek Boarding co

Sponsored rider at Parktek for seven+ years. I also manage the companies social media output. While Parktek is primarily a longboard manufacturer, all of us are major snowboard enthusiasts as well, often hitting the slopes together all winter.

Timeline

Residential Landscape Technician

Homescapes Ltd.
09.2023 - Current

Commerical Landscape Foremen

Alpha Better Landscaping
09.2021 - 11.2022

Residential Landscape Foremen

Terraform Landscaping
03.2020 - 09.2021

Experienced Landscaper Apprentice

Paraspace Landscaping
04.2016 - 03.2020

Residential Landscape Technician Diploma. - Horticulture Technician

Burnaby Community & Continuing Education
Josh Wutzke