Darius Trotter
Chicago
Summary
Dedicated landscaping professional with extensive experience at DDS Lawn Care, skilled in hardscape installation and heavy equipment operation. Proven ability to enhance team performance through training and collaboration, while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. Recognized for attention to detail and commitment to customer satisfaction in outdoor maintenance projects.
Hardworking Gardener skilled in designing and maintaining landscaping work for diverse customers. Well-versed in keeping business operations cost-effective and customer satisfaction high. Effectively used power tools and equipment to maintain healthy plants. History of working alone or with performance-oriented team to complete more than 25 weekly jobs.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaping Worker
DDS Lawn Care
Chicago, IL
06.2022 - Current
- Operated landscaping equipment including mowers, trimmers, and blowers for efficient property maintenance.
- Installed and maintained irrigation systems to ensure optimal water distribution for plant health.
- Collaborated with team members to execute landscape design plans effectively and on schedule.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols, equipment usage, and landscaping techniques to enhance team performance.
- Oversaw daily workflow of landscaping tasks, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
Janitor
Harbor Village Apts
Chicago, IL
01.2019 - 02.2022
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation in designated areas, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Operated cleaning equipment including floor scrubbers, vacuums, and pressure washers effectively.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and report issues promptly.
- Trained new staff on proper cleaning techniques and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Contributed to a welcoming environment by maintaining clean and organized common areas such as lobbies and conference rooms.
Landscape Worker
Associated Landscaping
Oswego, IL
01.2015 - 03.2019
- Operated heavy landscaping equipment, ensuring efficient and safe completion of projects.
- Assisted in design implementation for residential gardens, enhancing aesthetic appeal and functionality.
- Maintained plant health through proper irrigation, pruning, and fertilization techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to execute landscape installations, optimizing workflow and productivity.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained clean worksites throughout projects by removing debris, trimming overgrown plants, and keeping tools organized.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers.
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
Chicago, IL
06.2015 - 01.2016
- Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts for efficient stock movement and replenishment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline overnight stocking processes and improve workflow.
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Scanned shelves and product cases to locate expired, outdated, and spoiled items.
- Received, sorted and processed incoming stock and materials to prepare the stock for storage or shipment.
- Swept, dusted and mopped floor to perform regular cleaning and comply with sanitation standards.
- Operated equipment such as pallet jacks and hand trucks to move heavy boxes.
- Stocked designated items on shelves, end caps and displays.
Production Line Leader
Butterball
1535 Butterfield Rd
05.2013 - 01.2015
- Supervised daily production activities to ensure operational efficiency and adherence to safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored new team members on equipment usage and best practices in food processing.
- Monitored production line performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
- Collaborated with quality assurance teams to maintain product standards and compliance with regulations.
- Set up machining, performed required maintenance and made adjustments to machines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Austin Community High
Chicago06-2004
Skills
- Hardscape installation
- Pathway construction
- Garden bed edging
- Outdoor lighting
- Snow removal
- Lawn maintenance
- Heavy equipment operation
- Fertilizer application
- Maintaining equipment
- Weeding and edging
- Bathroom sanitation
- Leaf blowing
- Floor maintenance
- Outdoor cleaning
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Responsible and dependable
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Yard maintenance
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Landscaping Worker
DDS Lawn Care
06.2022 - Current
Janitor
Harbor Village Apts
01.2019 - 02.2022
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
06.2015 - 01.2016
Landscape Worker
Associated Landscaping
01.2015 - 03.2019
Production Line Leader
Butterball
05.2013 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Austin Community High