Eliot Kirkham
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Hardworking professional with skills in horticulture and landscaping. Committed to worksite safety and client satisfaction. Well-versed in operating equipment to plant, trim and protect customer greenery and produce attractive, long-lasting displays.
Talented laborer with solid experience, teamwork abilities and understanding of safety. Competent helping teams complete work through effective materials handling, trash removal and equipment operation.
Proficient musician with a learning focus for digital music recording and production within different music genres and experienced in both live and recorded performances. Enthusiastic about collaborating and developing sounds as well as working within any music-centered environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Worker
The Space Between Retreat
06.2021 - Current
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
- Assisted with successful, time-sensitive renovations of various structures.
Arborist
Eden Tree Service
06.2022 - Current
- Felled trees carefully to avoid damage to property and landscape.
- Used chainsaws, hand saws and extended saws to assist in creation of customer visions.
- Maintained work vehicles and equipment.
- Consistently met or exceeded job performance expectations, earning positive reviews from both clients and supervisors alike.
- Performed basic tree pruning, watering and fertilizing.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks and trailers.
Ranch Hand
SCEC Ranch
11.2020 - 03.2021
- Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering off and to keep predators out.
- Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
- Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
- Repaired equipment and animal living spaces.
- Moved livestock by herding animals to different ranch locations to avoid pasture damage.
Intern
Bluon Refrigerant
09.2020 - 10.2020
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
- Gained hands-on experience in various software programs.
Secretary's Assistant
Red Cross Blood Donation Center
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
Construction Worker
Jim Alexander
07.2018 - 08.2018
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
Education
No Degree - Landscape Design
QC Design School
Ottawa Ontario08.2025
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Colorado College
Colorado Springs05.2025
Skills
- Problem solving through use of analytical skills and creativity
- Hardworking, the majority of my job experience has been in physically and mentally demanding work environments This has prepared me to do whatever is asked of me if it is within my capabilities
- Communication has been instrumental in navigating job sites and understanding customer desires This is transferrable to a more intimate work environment as I encourage open communication of needs/desires of coworkers and leadership
- Creatively inclined, I'm excited about working within a music and/or other design/art oriented environments
- Calm, I'm easy to get along with and don't get emotionally involved with my work I'm only looking to make other's lives easier within my job's capacity
Timeline
Arborist
Eden Tree Service
06.2022 - Current
Construction Worker
The Space Between Retreat
06.2021 - Current
Secretary's Assistant
Red Cross Blood Donation Center
03.2021 - 04.2021
Ranch Hand
SCEC Ranch
11.2020 - 03.2021
Intern
Bluon Refrigerant
09.2020 - 10.2020
Construction Worker
Jim Alexander
07.2018 - 08.2018
No Degree - Landscape Design
QC Design School
Bachelor of Arts - Music
Colorado College