Carl Ferola
Irmo,South Carolina
Summary
Three year's experience in level 3 institution. Supervised 20 inmates over horticulture, garden and green house. Responsible for training inmates in ground maintenance including lawns, hedges, weed control, and trees inside and outside the institution. Responsible for all equipment maintenance and repair. Also, tool security and maintenance. Kept records of all fluids and chemicals used for operations.. Regular inventory of all tools, power equipment, and fixed assets.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Horticulture Supervisor
SCDC
Columbia, South Carolina
12.2017 - Current
- Delegated tasks to employees according to skillsets for optimal efficiency.
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Trained and mentored staff on operational procedures and best practices.
- Reported project progress, site issues, and labor status to supervisors.
- Managed inventory levels, maintaining adequate stock for operations.
- Directed a team of 20 inmates in executing daily tasks effectively.
Supervisor
SCDC
Columbia, South Carolina
12.2017 - Current
Over 30 years experience in horticulture, lawn care, greenhouse, and equipment.
Maintained and operated mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, as well as Zero-turns and tractors. Have experience operating backhoes and front end loaders. Also, hand tools, rakes, and shovels, etc.
Maintained gardens, sprinkler systems, and greenhouses.
Education
Associate of Arts - General
Sante Fe Community College
Gainesville, FL06.1987
Skills
- Goal-oriented approach
- Troubleshooting expertise
- Safety compliance
- Grounds maintenance
- Equipment upkeep
- Quality control
- Time management
- Training and mentoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Inventory control
- Documentation and reporting
Timeline
Horticulture Supervisor
SCDC
12.2017 - Current
Supervisor
SCDC
12.2017 - Current
Associate of Arts - General
Sante Fe Community College