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Derek Witte

Fountain,CO

Summary

Hardworking professional with dedicated work ethic, keen attention to detail and thriving in self-motivated settings. Managing multiple, concurrent projects to completion with attention to quality and timeliness.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pesticide Sprayer

National Green Source
Pueblo, Colorado
02.2024 - Current
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed throughout the process.
  • Mixed chemicals according to manufacturer specifications while adhering to safety protocols.
  • Inspected areas after treatment for signs of pest.
  • Applied pesticides and other chemicals to eliminate bugs and other pests.

Assistant Grower

Spark Co
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2023 - 02.2024
  • Installed irrigation systems to simplify watering needs.
  • Planned harvest and planting schedules.
  • Applied pesticides to prevent insect infestation.

Entry Grower

Epic Remedy
Colorado Springs, CO
09.2022 - 07.2023
  • Regularly inspected for the presence of pests, diseases, and other issues that may hinder crop productivity.
  • Adhered to watering schedule to keep greenhouse plants healthy and well-maintained.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work areas and grounds.

Grower

Potsmiths/Hammer Extracts
Colorado Springs, CO
04.2021 - 08.2022
  • Set up and operated irrigation equipment.
  • Repaired and maintained implements and mechanical equipment.
  • Identified opportunities for cost savings through improved efficiency in resource utilization.

Grower/Assistant Manager

Remedy Farms
Colorado Springs, CO
02.2019 - 01.2021
  • Organized field trials to evaluate new varieties of crops developed by plant breeders.
  • Monitored the growth process of crops, including soil preparation, planting, fertilizing, harvesting and post-harvest handling.
  • Adhered to watering schedule to keep greenhouse plants healthy and well-maintained.
  • Applied pesticides to prevent insect infestation.

Education

High School Diploma -

Mitchel High School
Colorado Springs, CO
05-2003

Skills

  • Ladder safety
  • Spray Gun Operation
  • Pest identification
  • Preventive measures
  • Self Motivation
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Analytical Thinking

Certification

  • MED Employee Lic #M115017
  • Private Applicator ID: 43423

Timeline

Pesticide Sprayer

National Green Source
02.2024 - Current

Assistant Grower

Spark Co
08.2023 - 02.2024

Entry Grower

Epic Remedy
09.2022 - 07.2023

Grower

Potsmiths/Hammer Extracts
04.2021 - 08.2022

Grower/Assistant Manager

Remedy Farms
02.2019 - 01.2021

High School Diploma -

Mitchel High School
  • MED Employee Lic #M115017
  • Private Applicator ID: 43423
Derek Witte