Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Education and Training
Bethel High School Varsity Letter
Languages
Interests
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Hunter Slink

Bethel,CT

Summary

Well versed Greenhouse manager in propagating fruits and vegetables over four seasons, as well as maintaining organic soil throughout the season. Capable of adequate irrigation and fertilization to maintain a healthy soil environment for the plant product being sold to customers or restaurants through our wholesale system. Learning at a quick pace on how to deal with different pests effecting one crop. Accustomed to using everyday landscape tools to prepare soil beds as well as keep them looking well cared-for. When needed in a hardware store or Farmers market atmosphere; established and quite comfortable when dealing with people who have questions that need answering. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Capable at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Experienced with ecosystem management and conservation strategies. Utilizes knowledge of regulatory frameworks and sustainability practices to ensure resource efficiency. Track record of successful project execution and stakeholder collaboration on local property, but no experience related to state or federal projects. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level resource economics position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Package Handler

FedEx Ground
09.2024 - 05.2025
  • Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
  • Improved package handling efficiency by implementing proper sorting and organizing techniques.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and guidelines for proper lifting techniques.
  • Reduced damage rates for packages through careful handling and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
  • Verified correct labels and accurate shipping information on packages to avoid shipping to wrong addresses.
  • Exceeded performance expectations during peak seasons, managing high volumes of shipments without compromising on quality or timeliness.

Organic Farm Hand

Marchant Farm, LLC.
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Maintained healthy crop production by providing adequate fertilizer, monitoring health conditions, and ensuring proper sustainable agriculture.
  • Actively participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on sustainable agriculture practices.
  • Aided in planning seasonal planting schedules to maximize crop diversity and harvest efficiency.
  • Maintained forest fire prevention by actively burning dead brush using forest fire prevention practices.
  • Improved soil health by implementing organic farming techniques such as crop rotation and composting.

Greenhouse Manager

Meadowbrook Gardens
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Ensured proper labeling of all plants in the greenhouse for easy identification, tracking, and inventory management purposes.
  • Managed inventory of supplies such as seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and potting materials to ensure adequate stock for ongoing operations.
  • Enhanced plant growth by carefully monitoring and adjusting environmental conditions in the greenhouse.
  • Contributed to sales efforts by assisting customers with plant selection based on their specific needs and preferences.
  • Implemented effective organic pest control methods to reduce chemical use and promote a sustainable environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the greenhouse facility by regularly clearing debris and sanitizing workspaces to prevent disease spread.

Greenhouse Manager

Holbrook Farm
09.2019 - 08.2023
  • Utilized proven methods for watering and fertilization to minimize plant losses while maintaining plant health.
  • Adhered to watering schedule to keep greenhouse plants healthy and well-maintained.
  • Positioned, monitored, and maintained plant irrigation systems.
  • Prepared soil and garden beds for planting and laid down mulch and sod.
  • Monitored weather conditions and adjusted strategies accordingly to avoid losses.
  • Demonstrated working techniques, practices and optimal safety behaviors to workers, maximizing performance and reducing wasteful processes.
  • Allocated resources to respond to insect infestation, drought and fire.
  • Protected environmental areas, team members and consumers from harm by closely monitoring chemical applications and production techniques.
  • Worked with owner to determine ranch needs.
  • Planned harvest and planting schedules.
  • Assisted with wildlife pest prevention.

Hardware Store Clerk

Stony Hill Hardware
08.2017 - 07.2020
  • Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
  • Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
  • Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
  • Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payment.
  • Greeted customers to determine wants or needs.
  • Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
  • Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
  • Recommended merchandise to customers based on needs and preferences.
  • Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
  • Exchanged merchandise for customers and accepted returns.
  • Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
  • Prepared merchandise for purchase or rental.

Education

Master of Science - Applied & Resource Economics

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
05-2025

Bachelor of Science - Sustainable Agriculture

University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT
05.2023

Associate of Applied Science - Ornamental Horticulture

Naugatuck Valley Community College
Waterbury, CT
05.2021

Skills

  • Integrated organic soil management
  • Integrated pest management
  • Integrated disease management
  • Forest Fire Safety Practices
  • Facility Cleaning
  • Relationship Building
  • People Skills
  • Customer Service
  • Reliable & Trustworthy
  • Critical Thinking Skills
  • Natural resource economics
  • Climate change economics
  • Basic Stata knowledge
  • Basic Excel knowledge

Accomplishments

  • Varsity letter for football and baseball in Bethel High School.
  • Received High Honors at Naugatuck Valley Community College.
  • Received Honors and High Honors at University of Connecticut and maintained 3.5 GPA.
  • Assisted in the building of a 95ft High tunnel greenhouse as a form of internship at NVCC.
  • Assisted in the building of a 70ft Arch-way greenhouse once hired by Holbrook Farm.

Affiliations

  • Member, Alumni Association of Alpha Gamma Rho, Chapter Alpha Nu located in Storrs Connecticut and a part of a National, Professional and Social Fraternity Organization.

Education and Training

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Bethel High School Varsity Letter

Received a varsity letter for football, baseball, and winter track and field

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
American Sign Language
Elementary

Interests

  • Participating in local clean-up initiatives
  • Participating in climate change awareness
  • Participating in environmental conservation of wildlife and waterways
  • Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Camping
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Kayaking
  • Gym workouts


Timeline

Package Handler

FedEx Ground
09.2024 - 05.2025

Organic Farm Hand

Marchant Farm, LLC.
07.2024 - 08.2024

Greenhouse Manager

Meadowbrook Gardens
05.2024 - 07.2024

Greenhouse Manager

Holbrook Farm
09.2019 - 08.2023

Hardware Store Clerk

Stony Hill Hardware
08.2017 - 07.2020

Bachelor of Science - Sustainable Agriculture

University of Connecticut

Associate of Applied Science - Ornamental Horticulture

Naugatuck Valley Community College

Master of Science - Applied & Resource Economics

University of Connecticut
Hunter Slink