Thomas Bozard
Virginia Beach
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer
Brix Fix
Virginia Beach
10.2024 - Current
- Transported heavy items from one location to another using hand trucks or carts.
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
- Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
- Operated various power tools such as drills and saws safely while following manufacturer's instructions.
- Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Cut materials into specified sizes for installation using tile cutters and power saws.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Mixed, poured, and spread concrete, asphalt gravel, and other materials.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel.
- Loaded and unloaded daily material shipments, keeping products organized and secure to prevent damage and optimize handling.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Prepared items for transportation installing bracing, padding and strapping to prevent damage.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
Bozards & Sons Landscaping
Self-employeed
Virginia Beach
01.2010 - Current
- Built retaining walls using stones or bricks for stability purposes.
- Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.
- Assisted in budgeting and quoting landscaping projects, including labor, materials, and timelines.
- Inspected property for signs of damage or infestation from pests or weeds.
- Performed preventative maintenance to keep equipment in excellent working condition.
- Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
- Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
- Maintained or repaired tools or equipment for safety and longevity.
- Applied mulch and burlap coverings to bushes and trees for winter.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
- Trimmed shrubbery and trees to help plants produce more flowers and fruit to benefit wildlife.
- Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
- Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
- Shoveled snow and spread salt on walkways and parking lots.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
- Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
- Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
- Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
- Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
- Provided proper upkeep of planters, paved areas or other grounds features.
- Picked and chose new shrubs and plants according to bedding and sunlight.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
- Decorated gardens, paths and beds with stones or plants.
- Provided knowledgeable advice about plant selection for customers' landscapes.
- Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
- Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
- Utilized automatic sprayers to mix and spray fertilizers and herbicides onto grass and trees.
- Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
- Advised customers on plant, flower or shrubbery care.
- Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
- Planned and designed landscaping projects to meet customer needs and preferences.
- Participated in snow removal services during winter months.
- Repaired walkways with pavers or concrete blocks when needed.
- Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
- Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Bucket Operator
Asplundh
Glen Allen
01.2009 - 01.2021
- Inspected bucket trucks before each shift to ensure they are in safe working condition.
- Used loaders, hand trucks, forklifts, and cranes.
- Ensured that all safety procedures were followed while operating the bucket truck.
- Followed safe practices to mix and apply chemicals.
- Loaded items to maximize work efficiency.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations and provided assistance when needed.
- Estimated weights, heights, and centers of balance to make precise placements.
- Cleaned up work areas after completing tasks in order to maintain a safe environment.
- Followed all safety regulations related to working with electricity including wearing protective gear such as insulated gloves or face shields.
- Monitored traffic conditions around the work site in order to ensure safety of workers.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Operated bucket truck to transport personnel and equipment to job sites.
- Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
- Adhered to company policies regarding use of personal protective equipment.
- Loaded tools and materials onto the bucket truck before leaving for job sites.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Collaborated in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Education
High School Diploma -
Green Run High School
Virginia Beach06-1995
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Power tool usage
- Material handling
- Site maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
Affiliations
I love landscaping, baseball and all outdoor activities.
Timeline
Laborer
Brix Fix
10.2024 - Current
Bozards & Sons Landscaping
Self-employeed
01.2010 - Current
Bucket Operator
Asplundh
01.2009 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Green Run High School