Angelic Castro
Summary
Experienced Landscaper and Caregiver skilled in customer service and teamwork. Committed to maintaining cleanliness and safety while enhancing client satisfaction. Proficient in landscape design, plant care, and irrigation management. Adept at operating commercial-grade equipment and completing diverse tasks efficiently. Driven to create and maintain beautiful outdoor spaces through effective time management and problem-solving.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaper Worker
SingleTree Landscaping And Lawn
Las Cruces, New Mexico
03.2024 - 07.2025
- Operated tools and equipment for efficient lawn maintenance and installation projects.
- Collaborated with clients to determine their landscaping preferences and needs.
- Maintained plant health through regular watering, pruning, and fertilization practices.
- Executed seasonal clean-up tasks including leaf removal and garden bed preparation.
- Selected appropriate plants and materials based on climate and soil conditions.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
- Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
- Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
- Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
- Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
- Operated machinery such as bobcats or tractors when necessary.
- Planned and designed landscaping projects to meet customer needs and preferences.
- Performed routine maintenance of irrigation systems including repairs when needed.
- Provided customer service, addressing client concerns and ensuring satisfaction with completed projects.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
- Adjusted amount of water consumption using irrigation methods to prevent waste.
Caregiver
AmberCare
Las Cruces, New Mexico
07.2016 - 03.2025
- Provided compassionate care to clients in daily living activities.
- Assisted clients with personal hygiene and grooming tasks.
- Monitored client health and reported changes to healthcare professionals.
- Administered medications according to prescribed schedules and guidelines.
- Coordinated transportation for client appointments and errands.
- Implemented activity plans to enhance client engagement and well-being.
- Maintained accurate documentation of client care and services provided.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Performed light housekeeping tasks related to the client's care such as laundry and changing linens.
- Prepared meals according to dietary requirements and assisted with feeding when necessary.
- Provided companionship for elderly clients by engaging in conversation and participating in recreational activities.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Laundered clothing and bedding to prevent infection.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Provided emotional support for clients who were experiencing depression or anxiety due to their illness or disability.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Observed changes in behavior or physical condition that may require medical attention and reported them promptly to supervisor.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Maintained accurate records of services provided, changes in client condition, medications administered and other pertinent information.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
Housekeeper
Econolodge
Las Cruces, New Mexico
07.2016 - 04.2017
- Cleaned guest rooms according to established hotel standards and procedures.
- Replenished supplies and amenities in guest bathrooms and living areas.
- Maintained cleanliness in public areas, including lobbies and hallways.
- Reported maintenance issues to supervisors for prompt resolution, ensuring guest satisfaction.
- Assisted with laundry services, including washing, folding, and organizing linens.
- Followed safety protocols while using cleaning chemicals and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to meet housekeeping schedules efficiently.
- Addressed guest inquiries and requests, enhancing overall customer experience.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain an organized, professional appearance.
- Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
- Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
- Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
- Stocked amenities such as soap, shampoo and toilet paper in guest rooms.
- Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
- Disinfected telephones, light switches and other frequently touched objects.
- Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
- Reported any maintenance issues or damage to supervisors immediately.
- Emptied wastebaskets and disposed of soiled linens in guest rooms to reduce the spread of germs and enhance freshness.
- Inspected cleaned guest rooms to ensure readiness for occupancy and maintain high standards.
- Returned rooms to occupant-ready status to satisfy future guests.
- Dusted ceiling air conditioning diffusers and ventilation systems to improve airflow.
- Reported maintenance concerns or repairs to appropriate supervisor for prompt remediation.
- Organized closets with hangers for guests' clothing items.
- Requested maintenance orders to fix non-working equipment and address room damage.
- Assisted in laundry services including washing, drying, and folding linens.
- Sanitized and cleaned sinks, mirrors, toilets and showers.
HouseKeeper
Merry Maids
Las Cruces, New Mexico
01.2015 - 07.2015
- Cleaned residential spaces using company-approved products and techniques.
- Organized supplies and equipment for efficient cleaning processes.
- Assisted in training new team members on cleaning protocols.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies, preventing shortages and ensuring readiness for cleaning tasks.
- Maintained communication with clients to effectively address special requests and enhance satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize cleaning schedules, improving overall workflow and service delivery.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Applied cleaning chemicals according to safety guidelines to ensure effective sanitation.
- Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
- Disinfected telephones, light switches and other frequently touched objects.
- Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
- Reported any maintenance issues or damage to supervisors immediately.
- Used appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling hazardous waste or chemicals.
- Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
- Emptied wastebaskets and disposed of soiled linens in guest rooms to reduce spread of germs and enhance freshness.
- Ensured that all health standards were met during cleaning operations.
- Inspected guest rooms after cleaning to ensure they were presentable.
- Dusted ceiling air conditioning diffusers and ventilation systems to improve airflow.
- Scrubbed kitchen appliances, countertops and fixtures.
Housekeeper
Holiday Inn
Silver City, New Mexico
07.2009 - 02.2010
- Cleaned guest rooms according to established hotel standards and procedures.
- Replenished supplies and amenities in guest bathrooms and living areas.
- Maintained cleanliness in public areas, including lobbies and hallways.
- Reported maintenance issues promptly to facilitate timely resolutions and improve guest experience.
- Addressed guest inquiries and requests to enhance overall customer satisfaction.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
- Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
- Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Maintained building floors through sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing to ensure a clean environment.
- Stocked amenities such as soap, shampoo and toilet paper in guest rooms.
- Applied deep-cleaning techniques to targeted areas to ensure high standards of sanitation.
- Disinfected telephones, light switches and other frequently touched objects.
- Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
- Reported any maintenance issues or damage to supervisors immediately.
- Emptied wastebaskets and disposed of soiled linens in guest rooms to reduce spread of germs and enhance freshness.
Stocker
Family Dollar
Silver City, NM
06.2008 - 07.2009
- Stocked shelves with merchandise according to store layout and inventory needs.
- Organized products to ensure easy access and visibility for customers.
- Assisted in receiving shipments and verified accuracy to ensure stock integrity.
- Maintained organized and clean stockroom and sales floor to improve customer experience.
- Operated pallet jacks to streamline product movement and enhance workflow.
- Provided friendly assistance to customers locating products throughout the store.
- Stocked shelves with newly arrived products.
- Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
- Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Lifted and transported materials of various weights to designated areas in the stockroom.
- Faced products on shelves and displays to meet company policies.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about product location, price and availability.
- Ensured that all products were labeled properly before stocking the shelves.
- Received incoming product deliveries and relocated to storage shelves, coolers, or bins.
- Removed outdated products from shelves in accordance with company policy.
- Inspected stock for damage or defects and reported issues to management.
Hotel Housekeeper
Motel 6
Silver City , NM
04.2006 - 02.2007
- Cleaned guest rooms and public areas, ensuring adherence to hotel cleanliness standards.
- Cleaned and returned rooms to occupant-ready status to satisfaction of all clients.
- Changed bed linens, made beds with fresh linens after guests checked out.
- Replenished supplies and linens to ensure guest comfort.
- Vacuumed carpets, dusted furniture, washed windows and walls.
- Delivered friendly service to guests during housekeeping interactions, enhancing overall guest experience.
- Reported maintenance issues to the front desk for prompt resolution.
- Responded promptly to guest inquiries, providing excellent customer service and support.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Silver High School
Silver City, NMSkills
- Loading and unloading
- Pallet jack operation
- Truck unloading
- Shelf stocking
- Shelf merchandising
- Proper stacking and storage
- Equipment cleaning
- Workstation cleaning
- Sanitation practices
- Safety methods
- Team collaboration
- Customer support
- Adaptability
Timeline
Landscaper Worker
SingleTree Landscaping And Lawn
03.2024 - 07.2025
Caregiver
AmberCare
07.2016 - 03.2025
Housekeeper
Econolodge
07.2016 - 04.2017
HouseKeeper
Merry Maids
01.2015 - 07.2015
Housekeeper
Holiday Inn
07.2009 - 02.2010
Stocker
Family Dollar
06.2008 - 07.2009
Hotel Housekeeper
Motel 6
04.2006 - 02.2007
Some College (No Degree) -
Silver High School