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Christopher Wilkins

Fort Collins,CO

Summary

Motivated Horticulturist offering plant knowledge and industry experience. Eager to learn about arboriculture and apply my skills to a team. Committed to success and meeting team goals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Landscape Foreman

Larimer Landscaping
05.2023 - Current


  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Installed and maintained landscapes at homes, offices, and parks.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Assisted with weekly project planning and crew scheduling.
  • Developed lasting customer relationships and grew network over time.

Nursey Sales Associate

Gulley Greenhouse & Garden Center
06.2022 - 08.2023
  • Increased plant care knowledge through onsite reference materials and internet resources to improve the quality of service.
  • Assisted customers with plant selection and offered plant care information to improve customer shopping experience.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customers to better uncover individual needs.
  • Worked with landscape contractors and designers to obtain appropriate plant products to fulfill landscaping plan requirements.

Tree Planter

Gulley Greenhouse & Garden Center
03.2021 - 12.2022
  • Completed application of nutrients to enhance soil conditioners.
  • Headed tree planting team
  • Performed basic tree pruning, watering, and fertilizing.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks and trailers.
  • Diagnosis and treatment of young trees

Education

Bachelor of Science - Controlled Environment Horticulture

Colorado State University
Fort Collins, CO
08.2024

Skills

  • Commercial Landscaping
  • Grounds Maintenance
  • Organization
  • Landscape Design
  • Plant Knowledge
  • Strong Work Ethic

Timeline

Landscape Foreman

Larimer Landscaping
05.2023 - Current

Nursey Sales Associate

Gulley Greenhouse & Garden Center
06.2022 - 08.2023

Tree Planter

Gulley Greenhouse & Garden Center
03.2021 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Science - Controlled Environment Horticulture

Colorado State University
Christopher Wilkins