Austin Hedges
Kettering,OH
Summary
Deeply passionate and knowledgeable individual, Talented in the identification of native and non-native species, Experienced backpacker and no stranger to outdoor work, Driven and adaptable professional with a history of enhancing team collaboration and individual skill development at Kettering City Schools. Excelled in workload management and leveraged hand and power tools expertise to achieve superior results. Demonstrated a strong willingness to learn, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and significant improvements in athlete and landscape project outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Coach
Kettering City Schools
Kettering, OH
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted in the building of skills and character development for young men and women.
- Monitored athletes' academic progress, ensuring eligibility and promoting a balance between sports and education.
- Guided athletes with encouragement, motivation and nutritional advice to support athletic performance and overall well-being.
- Utilized communication skills to relay information between athletes and coaches.
- Built meaningful lone-lasting relationships with and taught life-long lessons to young men and women
Landscaper
Gorgeous Gardens by Gina Gunn
Kettering, OH
05.2020 - Current
- Learned identification for many native, non-native, and invasive species of plants and animals.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Practiced sustainable gardening practices and learned how they affect the environment as a whole.
- Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
- Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
- Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
Laborer
Safe and Sound Moving Co
Riverside, OH
03.2020 - Current
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
- Transported heavy items from one location to another using hand trucks or carts.
- Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kettering Fairmont Highschool
Kettering, OH05-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Environmental Science
Sinclair Community College
Dayton, OHSkills
- Team collaboration
- Willingness to learn
- Hand and power tools
- Physically fit
- Articulate communication skills
- Workload management
- Photography
Affiliations
Experienced backpacker, Birder, Hiker, Fisherman, Native Gardener, and Wildlife Photographer
References:
Doug Callinan: Science Teacher and Head Coach at Van Buren Middle School, (937)-286-9942
Eddie Holt: Business Owner and Materials Expediter for Sinclair College, (937)-768-1112
Gina Gunn: Business Owner and Master Gardener, (937)-422-3900
Timeline
Assistant Coach
Kettering City Schools
09.2022 - Current
Landscaper
Gorgeous Gardens by Gina Gunn
05.2020 - Current
Laborer
Safe and Sound Moving Co
03.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Kettering Fairmont Highschool
Some College (No Degree) - Environmental Science
Sinclair Community College
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