Ava Smith
Mechanicsburg,Pennsylvania
Summary
Skilled in farm equipment operation and irrigation system design, I enhanced crop productivity and landscape aesthetics. Developed strong organizational and communication skills in collaborative and fast-paced environment. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and contribute to team objectives. Seeking to transition into a horticulture field, utilizing transferrable skills to drive success in diverse professional settings.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Orchard Farm Hand
Masonic Villages of Elizabethtown
05.2024 - Current
- Operated various farm machinery including tractors, plows, and balers for efficient land cultivation and crop production.
- Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
- Supported successful harvests through diligent planting, weeding, and pruning efforts.
- Participated in seasonal harvest activities including picking fruits and vegetables, sorting produce, and preparing products for market sales or storage.
Irrigation Manager
Ashcombe Farm & Greenhouses
04.2022 - 02.2023
- Ensured timely maintenance of all irrigation equipment to minimize downtime during critical growing periods.
- Developed and executed comprehensive irrigation plans for optimal crop growth and water conservation.
- Implemented drip irrigation systems that significantly reduced water consumption while maintaining crop productivity.
- Maintained accurate records of all irrigation activities, including water usage, equipment maintenance, and budget expenditures.
Landscape Groundskeeper
K & S Landscaping Inc.
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Operated various landscaping equipment safely and efficiently, including mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and chainsaws.
- Enhanced landscape aesthetics by regularly mowing lawns, trimming bushes, and planting flowers.
- Contributed to a clean environment by disposing of waste materials responsibly through recycling or composting methods when applicable.
- Completed seasonal tasks such as mulching flower beds or leaf removal ensuring landscapes looked well-kept yearround.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Horticulture
Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO05-2027
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- Irrigation system design
- Client communication
- Time management
- Farm equipment operation
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Orchard Farm Hand
Masonic Villages of Elizabethtown
05.2024 - Current
Landscape Groundskeeper
K & S Landscaping Inc.
05.2022 - 08.2022
Irrigation Manager
Ashcombe Farm & Greenhouses
04.2022 - 02.2023
Bachelor of Science - Horticulture
Colorado State University
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