Ivonne Ryker
North Charleston,SC
Summary
With over a decade of landscape maintenance experience, including a pivotal role as Team Leader at Plant House, I excel in empowering teams and innovating in horticultural practices. Adept at large-scale irrigation projects and enhancing plant health, my systematic problem-solving and ability to thrive under diverse conditions drive tangible improvements in operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner and Operator
Proper Maintainance and Development
05.2020 - 08.2023
- Dailey Operated and Maintained ground maintenance equipment, including lawn mowers, weed eaters, backpack and hand blowers and chain saws.
- Designed, planned and installed mulch, sod and edging for multiple clients, in diverse ecosystems.
- Designed planned and installed Irrigation systems, both small and large scale projects.
- Assisted in the installation and repair of hardscaped designs
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm.
Team Leader
Plant House
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Unloaded plants and nursery items from delivery trucks.
- Assisted customers with finding requested plants and flowers.
- Rearranged planting beds and flower gardens seasonally.
- Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
- Contributed to increased sales with skillful transplanting and propagation of plants for retail display.
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Provided exceptional customer service when assisting visitors with plant selections or answering questions about care instructions.
- Conducted thorough inspections for pests or diseases to maintain healthy plant populations.
Education
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SCAssociate of Science - Horticulture Science
Trident Technical College
Charleston, SC01-2025
Skills
- Able to lift and carry 40 lbs
- Able to work in adverse or extreme weather conditions
- Able to multitask and work long hours on my feet
- HS Graduate
- 21 Years of Age
- 10 Years Landscape Maintenance Experience
- Deans List Horticultural Student (current)
- Systematic Problem Resolution
- Team Empowerment
Certification
- Landscape Design
- Horticultural Sustainability
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Team Leader
Plant House
06.2022 - 07.2023
Owner and Operator
Proper Maintainance and Development
05.2020 - 08.2023
Trident Technical College
Associate of Science - Horticulture Science
Trident Technical College
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