Antoinette Sample
Salem,OR
Summary
I have a passion for cultivating, maintaining and harvesting anything that grows! I am hardworking and reliable with a strong ability to be positive in any stressful environment. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with a team-oriented mentality although I am fine on my own. I consider myself to be a critical thinker, possible over achiever. Bringing 20+ years of excellent customer service and performance in gardening and related work experience. Accustomed to going above and beyond to reach team goals and objectives. I have developed a wonderful relationship with my past employers and this is something I am very proud of.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
In-home Caregiver
New Horizons
Salem, Oregon
02.2023 - Current
- Monitored client behaviors and emotional states, reporting concerns to case manager and documenting information in files.
- Followed HIPAA regulations to maintain confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Cared for patients by washing and ironing laundry, cleaning or assisting with personal care.
- Encouraged social interaction among clients through conversation or participation in activities.
- Planned, prepared or served meals to patients according to prescribed diets.
Retail Sales Associate
The Honey Pot
North Pole, AK
04.2021 - 10.2022
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
- Maintained knowledge of current sales and promotions, security practices and policies regarding payment and exchanges.
- Followed company policies, rules and procedures to promote company goals and maintain safety.
- Maintained attractive merchandise displays to maximize purchases.
- Expressed appreciation for patronage, inviting and encouraging customer return visits.
- Stocked, replenished and organized inventory to keep store merchandise fresh.
- Delivered high-quality customer service through deep commitment to knowledge and performance.
- Supported customers by phone regarding store operations, products, promotions and orders.
- Managed deposits, financial transactions and business inventory.
- Walked sales floor and remained aware of customer actions to maintain safe and secure shopping environment.
- Maintained an orderly, very clean sales environment at all times.
Nursery/Greenhouse Team Member
Risse Greenhouse
Fairbanks, AK
03.2016 - 07.2022
- Adhered to watering schedule to keep greenhouse plants healthy and well-maintained.
- Checked to make sure equipment was functioning properly
- Utilized proven methods for watering and fertilization to minimize plant losses while maintaining plant health.
- Retrieved plants and flowers at customers' requests.
- Planted bulbs, bushes, trees and flowers to enhance environment.
- Delivered friendly service and one-on-one assistance to promote positive customer experiences.
- Scouting for pests
- Oversaw various cultivation stages
- Planted custom boxes and containers/pots for customers and businesses
- Employed safety techniques when using hand/power equipment.
- Planted seedlings and transplanted plugs onto various sizes pots.
- Participated in planting events.
- Directed and monitored work of casual and seasonal help during planting and harvesting.
- Felt plant's leaves and noted coloring to detect insects or diseases.
- Sold/delivered plants and flowers to customers.
- Regulated greenhouse conditions for indoor and outdoor irrigation systems.
- Cleaned work areas and maintained grounds/landscaping.
- Harvested fruits and vegetables by hand.
- Maintained plants growing at various stages in 14 greenhouses
- Kept a tidy work space
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
- Organized inventory shelves for easy access and maintenance of stock levels.
- Participated in regular training sessions to improve product knowledge and service skills.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Identified opportunities for process improvements within the department.
- Upheld high standards of productivity and quality in operations.
- Assisted customers with product selection and ordering process.
General Laborer/Landscaping Laborer
Bourne Brothers Landscaping
North Pole, AK
05.2015 - 07.2022
- Assisted in building retaining walls while installing steep driveways.
- Used a chainsaw to remove limbs from logs while clearing land.
- Used log splitter to split firewood to desired length/width.
- stacked/sorted wood.
- Ran a Bobcat, although that was several years ago, so I could use updated instruction.
- Ripped out old raised garden beds.
- Prepared garden space of varying size to accommodate the needs of customers.
- Maintained all aspects of keeping a garden for many customers.
- Used trimmers, mowers, weed eaters and all gardening tools safely.
- Assisted in the removal of shingles from rooftops.
- Cleaned out gutters from rooftops.
- Measured and cut seamless gutters.
- Ran for materials for Contractors.
- Designed and installed accents for several rock gardens.
- Reported safety violations to supervisor to reduce risks and accidents.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Prepared items for transportation installing bracing, padding and strapping to prevent damage.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Applied caulking compounds by hand or caulking guns to protect against entry of water or air.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Maintained good driving record.
- Mixed, poured, and spread concrete, asphalt gravel and other materials.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
Domestic Assistant
Dr. Katherine Johnson
Fairbanks, AK
05.2017 - 03.2020
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
- Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and deep clean hard-to-reach areas.
- Removed finger marks and smudges from doors, frames and glass partitions to enhance shine.
- Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
- Dusted ceiling air conditioning diffusers and ventilation systems to improve airflow.
- Laundered sheets and removed stains to restore linens to pristine condition.
- Requested maintenance orders to fix non-working equipment and address room damage.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping and scrubbing.
- Returned rooms to occupant-ready status to satisfy future guests.
- Maintained and organized cleaning supplies stock.
- Rendered detailed and timely cleaning services while working in fast-paced environment.
- Supplied extra towels and toiletries when requested to optimize guest comfort.
- Waxed and polished wood furnishings to restore faded appearance.
- Adhered to daily cleaning schedules and updated as needed based on demand.
- Prepared rooms for meetings and arranged decorations, media equipment and furniture for social or business functions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Horticulture
Chemeketa Community College
Salem, ORGED -
Dunsmuir High School
Dunsmuir, CASkills
- Decision Making
- Coordination and Teamwork
- Landscaping
- Hand and Power Tools
- Watering Plants
- Stocking Greenhouses
- Planting and Cultivation
- Greenhouse Management
- Active Listening
- Harvesting and Transplanting
- Plant Health Inspections
- Able to stand/lift 8 hours
Professional References
- Darrell Bourne of Bourne Brothers Landscaping (907)378-6801
- Glen Risse of Risse Greenhouse (907) 488-6973
- Terreisa Lane of BlueBear Farms,LLC/The Honey Pot (907)460-6269
Personal References
- John and Mildred Knott (907) 687-0234
- Debbie Bourne (907) 687-6890
- Stephanie Mayotte (971) 600-5852
Timeline
In-home Caregiver
New Horizons
02.2023 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
The Honey Pot
04.2021 - 10.2022
Domestic Assistant
Dr. Katherine Johnson
05.2017 - 03.2020
Nursery/Greenhouse Team Member
Risse Greenhouse
03.2016 - 07.2022
General Laborer/Landscaping Laborer
Bourne Brothers Landscaping
05.2015 - 07.2022
GED -
Dunsmuir High School
Associate of Applied Science - Horticulture
Chemeketa Community College