Abraham Macias
Palm Desert,CA
Summary
Proven Irrigation Manager with a track record of enhancing water efficiency and plant health at Macias Nursery through expert irrigation system design and drip irrigation management. Skilled in heavy machinery operation and maintenance planning, demonstrating exceptional prioritization and computer skills. Achieved significant water conservation by optimizing irrigation systems and schedules.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Irrigation Manager
Macias Nursery
Thousand Palms, CA
02.2019 - Current
- Main operator of skid steer, wheel loader, excavator, and backhoe
- Developed and executed comprehensive irrigation plans for optimal crop growth and water conservation.
- Ensured timely maintenance of all irrigation equipment to minimize downtime during critical growing periods.
- Reduced water waste by conducting regular system audits and making necessary adjustments.
- Maximized plant health by monitoring soil moisture levels and adjusting watering schedules accordingly.
Facilities Maintenance
Coachella Valley Water District
Palm Desert, CA
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Ground maintenance at water district facilities ex; office buildings, well sites, pump stations, lift stations.
- Drove and operated aerial lift to trim trees palms hedges.
- Inspected and maintained Cvwd sites
- Repaired/installed landscape irrigation
- Installed/repaired new and existing landscapes
Laborer Supervisor
Macias Nursery
Thousand Palms, CA
02.2013 - 02.2018
- Operated skid steer, wheel loader, and backhoe machines
- Supervised a team of 6 to meet plant production quotas
- Installed new irrigation
- Built steel green houses
- Trained new employees
Education
Environmental Horticulture -
College of The Desert
Palm Desert, CAIrrigation Technician -
College of The Desert
Palm Desert, CASkills
- Hundreds of hours of heavy machinery use
- Irrigation System Design
- Drip Irrigation Management
- Water Management Planning
- Maintenance Planning
- Irrigation Systems
- Computer Skills
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Timeline
Irrigation Manager
Macias Nursery
02.2019 - Current
Facilities Maintenance
Coachella Valley Water District
02.2018 - 02.2019
Laborer Supervisor
Macias Nursery
02.2013 - 02.2018
Environmental Horticulture -
College of The Desert
Irrigation Technician -
College of The Desert