Landscaper in Westerly, Rhode Island

Matthew T. Higgins * Recently new to Westerly, RI E: [email protected] C: 862-273-... Dear sir or madam, I am currently residing in Westerly, Rhode Island and looking to move to the area permanently. My skillset is broad and I am looking to provide dedicated, professional service to an employer that seeks an employee that will give 110% at all times, has proven longevity while employed, is highly educated, business minded and has tremendous people skills. I feel that I would be a perfect fit for a position in: Estate Management, Business Solutions, Grounds Management, Landscape Design/Build, Facilities Upkeep, or Operations Management and could validate my ability to be a Director in any of these areas. Below I am going to list what I consider to be my top standards and I thank you for taking the time to review my information and look forward to your reply. My top service standards are Administrative, Building & Grounds, Management and Customer Service. Administrative: • I have a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Roger Williams University ‘85 • I am a Certified Landscape Professional • I keep detailed records • I have strong Production Planning and Operations Management Skills • I know how to manage an evolving calendar • I have strong estimating skills • I have excellent knowledge of financial administration software such as QuickBooks and One-Write • I have excellent knowledge of computer software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook • I have superior abilities in vendor negotiations, relationships and management • I have excellent budget preparation and adherence skills • I have excellent customer service skills • I have proactive maintenance skills pertaining to equipment, vehicles and tools • I am very safety conscious and believe in regular safety meetings • I have worked with OSHA and Unions • I am OSHA trained and have been certified • I have experience in Certified Payroll • I have excellent employee relations / human resources skills • I have successfully managed 130 employees at four locations • I have excellent blueprint take off skills Building & Grounds Management: • I possess a Civil Engineering minor from Roger Williams University ‘85 • My knowledge of plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems, roofing, foundation repair, framing, painting, construction materials and techniques is far above average • I have extensive knowledge in hardscaping, landscape design, plant installation, irrigation, drainage and all types of fencing • I have obtained many years of professional lawn and landscape management experience Building & Grounds Management Continued: • I have extensive knowledge of turf care and plant health care including mowing, pruning and Integrated Plant Health Management • I have hands on equipment maintenance & repair experience • I have extensive knowledge of pesticide application records and have comfortably worked directly with the DEP • I have been DEP trained and certified • Extensive knowledge and experience in home maintenance and repair • I keep detailed warranty records • I know and practice preventive maintenance scheduling • I am very familiar with plant identification • I am very familiar with most construction products and tools Customer Service: • I have excellent customer service skills • I have a tremendous ability to close a warm sale • I am comfortable speaking to large audiences • I am very good at presentations Kind Regards, Matthew T. Higgins Matthew T. Higgins