James Weston
Harrogate,North Yorkshire
Summary
Experienced professional specializing in grounds maintenance, tree trimming, and pesticide application. Skilled in basic electrical installations and proficient with hand tools, ensuring high-quality service delivery. Knowledgeable in tyre fitting and MOT testing, with a strong focus on equipment upkeep and ongoing professional development. Aiming to utilize technical expertise and customer service skills in a challenging work environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work history
Gardener
Frances Ovenell
Addingham, West Yorkshire
06.2021 - 03.2024
- Initially cutting back large overgrown bushes and plants to get them under control to make the garden more manageable and pleasant for its disabled owner.
- Disposed of litter and organic waste following proper procedure.
- Clear weeds, leaves and snow, applying salt to hard surfaces when necessary.
- Cut lawn, keeping edges neat and tidy during the growing season.
- Regulary tending to all plants, bushes and trees.
- Sweeping all paths, driveway and decking areas.
- Pressure washing paths, driveway and decking.
Work experience as Electrician
Owl Electrical Services
Baildon, Bradford
07.2022 - 07.2022
- Gained hands-on experience installing electrical sockets and light switches under supervision.
- Assisted senior electricians with tools and materials, contributing to smoother workflow.
- Demonstrated a proactive attitude in learning wiring techniques and electrical layouts.
- Observed and followed safety procedures, ensuring a secure work environment.
- Shadowed experienced professionals to understand industry standards and best practices.
Apprentice HGV Mechanic
Ford & Slater
Pudsey, Leeds
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Developed practical skills for enhanced productivity through hands-on training.
- Took initiative in learning new techniques, leading to improved performance.
- Commended for punctuality and consistent regular attendance which contributed to the team's morale.
- Utilised technical knowledge for problem-solving during challenging situations.
- Adhered strictly to company policies and procedures, promoting a professional work atmosphere.
- Assisted senior staff members for better project execution.
- Gained proficiency in industry-specific software tools with rigorous practice sessions.
- Adapted quickly to changing work requirements, maintaining high-performance standards under pressure.
- Maintained clean and safe working environment, enhancing overall efficiency.
- Observed safety protocols consistently, ensuring a risk-free workplace.
- Shadowed senior team members to observe established processes and best practices.
- Engaged in on-the-job training to enhance skills related to specific trades.
Kitchen assistant
The Ilkley Cafe Company
Ilkley, Bradford
03.2024 - 08.2025
- Adhered to health and safety regulations with careful handling of food and equipment.
- Stored ingredients properly, extending their freshness dates significantly.
- Peeled, chopped and sliced vegetables as required by recipes, accelerating cooking times.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by assisting in food preparation tasks.
- Contributed to team communication, resulting in better workflow efficiency.
- Washed dishes quickly after meals service to free up space in the kitchen area.
- Cleared tables to remove dirty utensils and leftover food items.
- Assisted in preparation of meals to exact recipes.
- Helped chefs with requisitioning stock within budget requirements.
Education
City & Guilds Level 1 Diploma - Electrical Installation
Harrogate College
Harrogate, North Yorkshire 09.2024 -
GCSEs - Secondary Education
Ilkley Grammar School
Ilkley, West Yorkshire09.2018
Skills
- Weeding gardens
- Tree trimming and cutting branches
- Trimming and weeding
- Grounds maintenance
- Pesticide spraying
- Basic electrical installations
- Computer literate
- Simple meal assembly
- Customer Service
- Hand tool competency
- Tyre fitting
- MOT testing knowledge
- Equipment Maintenance
Accomplishments
In 2017 my Mum bought an old barn. I have regularly helped to do work during the conversion, lots of labouring and other jobs like helping put slabs down, cutting insulation and putting it in ceilings. Assisting joiners build stud walls and various help such as building stone walls and making a garden and maintaining it.
I was voted as House Captain in my final year of Primary School. This was following a written proposal of my intentions to promote my House Team and encourage them to do well within the school and be there to help any Student who needed help. My proposals were put to my Year Group by a speech I wrote and delivered and I was voted in as I received the majority votes.
Certification
Maths: 3 - Awaiting Resit Results.
English literature: 4.
English Language: 3 - Awaiting Resit Results.
Triple Science: 4-4.
Business Studies: 4.
Music: 4.
Photography: 5
Affiliations
- Guitar
- Piano
- Gaming
- Music
- Football
Referees
Frances Ovenell
email: francesovenell@outlook.com
Neville Megaw (The Ilkley Cafe Company)
Phone Number: +44 7900 981264
Timeline
City & Guilds Level 1 Diploma - Electrical Installation
Harrogate College
09.2024 -
Kitchen assistant
The Ilkley Cafe Company
03.2024 - 08.2025
Apprentice HGV Mechanic
Ford & Slater
09.2023 - 03.2024
Work experience as Electrician
Owl Electrical Services
07.2022 - 07.2022
Gardener
Frances Ovenell
06.2021 - 03.2024
GCSEs - Secondary Education
Ilkley Grammar School
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