Michael Anthony Guzman
Menifee
Summary
Skilled Landscape Gardener with solid background in diverse garden designs, installations and maintenance. Strengths include knowledge of plant care, effective use of space, and environmental sustainability practices. Previous work has consistently resulted in improved aesthetic appeal, enhanced biodiversity and increased client satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Landscape Gardener
RDnorrington general contractor landscape
Los Osos
05.2013 - Current
- Dale Norrington 805 458-5034
- Prepared soil and planting areas for various landscape projects.
- Installed plants, trees, and shrubs according to design specifications.
- Maintained equipment and tools, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
- Applied fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides following safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to execute landscaping tasks efficiently.
- Pruned and trimmed plants to promote healthy growth and aesthetics.
- Assisted in designing landscape layouts that enhance curb appeal.
- Monitored plant health and addressed issues promptly to maintain quality landscapes.
- Used hand tools such as shovels, rakes, hoes, for various tasks around the landscape garden.
- Performed regular maintenance on equipment used in the landscape garden.
- Maintained existing landscapes by pruning, weeding and fertilizing plants.
- Provided guidance on proper care of plants such as trimming, mowing and watering schedules.
- Applied pesticides and herbicides to control weeds and pests in lawns and gardens.
- Transplanted trees and shrubs from one area to another within a property.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations while performing work duties.
- Communicated effectively with clients about project progress updates or changes required.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding landscaping projects.
- Created planting beds for trees, shrubs and flowers according to plans or specifications.
- Seeded, sodded or hydroseeded lawns with grasses suitable for specific sites.
- Inspected properties regularly to identify potential problems with soil composition or drainage issues.
- Installed hardscapes such as retaining walls, edging, stone walkways and driveways.
- Planned and designed outdoor living spaces, including patios, decks, pathways and water features.
- Coordinated with other contractors for installation of materials needed for landscaping jobs.
- Monitored irrigation systems for efficient operation throughout the season.
- Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
- Watered plants and performed minor irrigation repair and adjustments.
- Cared for grounds by mulching, aerating, and edging around flower beds and walkways.
- Responded quickly to customer inquiries and concerns to drive customer satisfaction and maximize retention.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
- Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
- Scheduled regular landscaping services to promote optimal growth and maintain attractive appearance of lawns and facility grounds.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
- Led garden restoration projects, reviving neglected areas through strategic planning and care.
General Laborer
Precise Personnel
Ontario
05.2026 - 06.2026
- Operated various tools and equipment for construction and maintenance tasks.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials for efficient workflow.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to ensure safety.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during operations.
Dishwasher
Apple Farm Inn
San Luis Obispo
06.2017 - 01.2019
- 805 544-6100
- Operated dishwashing machine and maintained cleanliness of all kitchen utensils.
- Sorted and organized dishes, pots, and pans for efficient workflow.
- Assisted kitchen staff by ensuring timely availability of clean dishes.
- Handled waste disposal according to health and safety standards.
- Maintained stock levels of cleaning supplies for dishwashing area.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Followed sanitation guidelines to promote a safe working environment.
- Supported training of new staff in proper dishwashing procedures.
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Removed garbage and trash to designated disposal areas in accordance with health regulations.
- Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
- Stocked service areas with clean plates, bowls, cups, and other items as needed.
- Loaded and unloaded dishwashers, washing by hand large pots or items used on continuous basis.
- Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for customer needs by quickly scraping, washing, and restacking items.
- Inspected all returned dishes for cleanliness before restocking them on shelves.
- Ensured that workstations were kept neat and tidy throughout the shift.
- Operated industrial dishwashers to clean plates, glasses, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Sanitized surfaces after each use following standard sanitation practices.
- Followed all safety guidelines while handling sharp objects like knives or forks.
- Swept and mopped floors in the kitchen area at regular intervals throughout shift.
- Backed up kitchen team members during heavy work periods to maximize team coverage.
- Replaced clean utensils in storage bins for easy access.
- Operated and maintained dishwasher, handwash stations, pot-scrubbing station and trash compactor.
- Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion.
- Restocked main kitchen areas with items from shelves, coolers, and freezers.
- Disposed of glassware that had been broken or chipped according to safety procedures.
- Maintained adequate levels of cleaning supplies for washing dishes.
- Studied methods of coworkers, successfully learning kitchen, and food service skills.
- Informed supervisors immediately if any machine malfunctions were observed during operation.
- Replenished soap dispensers with detergent when necessary.
- Removed built-up waste and potential contaminants from waste receptacles, machinery, and cooking equipment.
- Assisted in preparing salads and desserts when requested by chefs or supervisors.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning filters in the dishwashing machine.
- Checked temperatures of dishwashing machines to ensure proper functioning.
- Unloaded deliveries from vendors ensuring that all items were accounted for.
- Organized trays with cutlery prior to serving meals to customers.
- Unloaded trucks to move food and supplies from delivery vehicle to storage areas.
- Filled out daily logs regarding temperature readings of dishwashers as required by health department regulations.
- Managed dish area organization and cleanliness.
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation of dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Ensured timely availability of clean dishes for various meal services.
- Hand-washed items unsuitable for machine washing.
- Swept and mopped floors at end of shift to comply with sanitary regulations.
- Cleared trash and washed work area tables, walls, refrigerator equipment, cooking equipment and floors to keep sanitized kitchen.
- Washed and sanitized sinks, trashcans and surfaces to remove excess food waste.
- Assisted chef with food measurements, preparation and storage when necessary.
- Scraped and pre-rinsed food from dirty dishes and placed items in dishwashing machine.
- Used pressurized faucet sprayer effectively to wash large quantities of dishes.
- Handled glassware, crystal, and other fragile items with exceptional care to prevent breakage.
- Re-stocked clean washcloths, paper towels, sponges and other cleaning supplies.
United Staffing
General Labor
San Luis Obispo
10.2012 - 01.2019
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Mill Worker
Hayward Lumber
San Luis Obispo
07.2016 - 07.2018
- 805 543-0825
- Operated machinery to process wood materials efficiently.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area and equipment.
- Assisted in loading and unloading lumber for production lines.
- Monitored wood quality to ensure compliance with standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow processes.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace hazards.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure functionality.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and safety measures.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, hammers, saws, drills when necessary.
- Received instruction from supervisors regarding production schedules and daily goals.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment by adhering to OSHA standards.
- Ensured that safety protocols were followed when operating machinery or handling hazardous materials.
- Adjusted machine settings to complete tasks according to specifications.
- Collected raw material dust, shavings and production debris from production floor and removed to designated area for safe disposal.
- Loaded raw materials into feeder systems of milling machines.
- Adhered strictly to company policies regarding safety procedures while operating machinery.
- Organized work area at end of shift ensuring all tools are returned to their rightful place.
- Performed regular maintenance and cleaning on milling machines.
- Operated and monitored milling machines to ensure proper cutting of material.
- Cleaned mill equipment by hand and using air compressors and power washers, observing preventive maintenance procedures before use and readying for next shift before departure.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Reported any issues or concerns with equipment or processes to supervisor immediately.
- Completed OSHA and company provided safety training courses to minimize risk in operation of industrial machinery and cultivate culture of safe work practices.
- Monitored machine output to verify achievement of technical specifications, adjusting to improve consistency, discarding low quality output and alerting machine specialists of functional issues.
- Troubleshot malfunctions in the milling process and made repairs as needed.
- Assisted other workers in performing more complex tasks related to the milling operation.
- Verified accuracy of cut parts against provided blueprints or drawings.
- Reported on total daily production volume, documenting accurate information about processing speed and rates of raw material consumption.
Apprentice
Rogall Co Painting/Contraction
Morro Bay
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Assisted in preparing surfaces for painting and finishing tasks.
- Operated tools and equipment for painting and construction projects.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines were met.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment during projects.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks on job sites.
- Supported skilled painters by mixing paints and preparing materials.
- Learned various painting techniques under the guidance of experienced professionals.
- Contributed to the assembly and installation of fixtures and fittings.
- Worked closely with mentors to understand project objectives.
- Maintained organization, cleanliness, and safety in work areas.
- Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under supervision of fully qualified professionals.
- Observed experienced professionals performing their duties in order to gain practical knowledge of industry standards.
- Assisted colleagues in accomplishing planned procedures or activities to increase productivity.
- Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
- Embraced ongoing education and learning opportunities to develop new skills.
- Developed and maintained effective working relationships with other apprentices, colleagues, customers and suppliers.
- Transported items and tools from truck to work locations.
- Used strong verbal and written communication skills to convey messages to others.
- Assisted in the preparation of project plans and schedules.
- Completed workshops and off-the-job training to achieve job competencies.
- Completed daily administrative tasks such as filing documents, recording data and processing paperwork.
- Shadowed craft experts and supervisors to learn wide range of simple and complex techniques.
- Helped operators align, move and adjust equipment and materials.
- Provided technical support to senior team members by researching solutions to problems.
- Utilised problem solving skills to identify and resolve issues relating to apprenticeship programs.
- Moved and held materials for senior professionals to complete work.
- Attended meetings with clients to discuss progress on projects.
- Maintained accurate records of all apprentice activities including training sessions, assessments and evaluations.
- Conducted basic maintenance and troubleshooting of machinery under guidance.
- Learned and applied industry-specific software and tools for project management.
- Assisted master craftsmen with daily tasks to learn trade skills.
- Observed and documented project progress for learning purposes.
- Engaged in customer service activities to understand client needs and expectations.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring they were in good working order.
- Completed all assigned tasks within specified deadlines to ensure project continuity.
- Assisted in the preparation and clean-up of work areas to maintain a safe environment.
- Supported project planning and execution under supervision.
- Performed routine tasks such as measuring, cutting, and assembling materials.
- Supported the organization of project documentation, including plans and reports.
- Helped in setting up job sites, including equipment and material layout.
- Demonstrated initiative by seeking out additional responsibilities and learning opportunities.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted with ordering supplies.
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines to prevent workplace accidents.
- Participated in quality assurance checks to ensure work met industry standards.
Education
High School
Bassett High School
Bassett 09.2005 - 06.2006
Skills
- Communication
- Leadership
- Equipment maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Quality control
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Safety compliance
- Customer service
- Heavy equipment operation
- Seasonal maintenance
- Composting techniques
- Using hand tools
- Customer service and assistance
- Equipment Repair
- Maintaining equipment
Timeline
General Laborer
Precise Personnel
05.2026 - 06.2026
Apprentice
Rogall Co Painting/Contraction
08.2017 - 12.2017
Dishwasher
Apple Farm Inn
06.2017 - 01.2019
Mill Worker
Hayward Lumber
07.2016 - 07.2018
Landscape Gardener
RDnorrington general contractor landscape
05.2013 - Current
United Staffing
General Labor
10.2012 - 01.2019
High School
Bassett High School
09.2005 - 06.2006