Jacob Byczynski
Cultivation Agent
Springfield,OH
Summary
Personable and reliable individual with strong work ethic and passion for agriculture. Knowledgeable in plant biology, bringing skills in plant maintenance and pest control. Capable of fostering healthy plant growth and optimizing yield through dedicated attention and innovative techniques.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cultivation Agent
Cresco Labs
05.2024 - Current
- Collaborate with fellow Cultivation Agents to develop best practices for successful plant growth and increased light and airflow.
- Demonstrates correct pruning techniques to maximize plant growth/yield and optimize space utilization within the greenhouse.
- Meet safety standards for PPE and tool use, and use correctly for cultivation tasks.
- Assist vegetative team with transplanting procedures to minimize stress on plants during relocation processes.
- Assist in the harvesting process, ensuring high-quality product is collected carefully and efficiently.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment, complying with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Assist in the production of detailed records for all cultivation activities, ensuring accurate documentation is readily available for review by management or regulatory bodies if needed.
Plant Healthcare Technician/Lawncare Technician
Davey Tree Experts
05.2022 - 01.2024
- Performed fertilization and pest management on trees, shrubs and lawns using spray and injection tools
- Properly identified and diagnosed insects, weeds and fungus conditions and pest prone areas
- Communicated with and educated the client regarding the diagnosis and the prescribed pest control and fertilization services with customers
- Continuously monitored plant health quality and fertilizing methods after application and communicated progress to customers and supervisors
- Prepared and applied fertilizers and pesticides using proper PPE and application techniques
- Drove and properly operated equipment (Various sprayers, lawn tractors and vehicles)
Lot Associate
Nature's Corner At Glass City Landscape
04.2018 - 04.2022
- Safely used power and hand equipment for plant care and sale
- Unloaded plants and nursery items from delivery trucks
- Educated new employees and members of the public on plant biology and health
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes and flowers for residential clients
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required
- Worked with customers to develop landscaping plans for various budgets
- Used shears, pruners and power trimmers to prune and trim hedges and shrubs
- Diagnosed lawn and garden issues and recommended targeted solutions
Production Trainer
Steak N Shake
10.2012 - 03.2018
- Taught new team members correct procedures for all areas of operations
- Greeted customers with a smile and provided friendly service to professionally handle every need
- Trained other employees in customer service, food safety and performance requirements
- Set a positive example for team members by providing high-quality, efficient service
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies, Field Biology
Ohio Northern University
Ada, OH 08.2012 - 05.2017
Secondary Major - Communication Studies
Ohio Northern University
Ada, OH 08.2012 - 05.2017
Skills
- Plant care and maintenance
- Disease and pest management
- Product and service sales
- Customer assistance
- Hand and power tools
Timeline
Cultivation Agent
Cresco Labs
05.2024 - Current
Plant Healthcare Technician/Lawncare Technician
Davey Tree Experts
05.2022 - 01.2024
Lot Associate
Nature's Corner At Glass City Landscape
04.2018 - 04.2022
Production Trainer
Steak N Shake
10.2012 - 03.2018
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies, Field Biology
Ohio Northern University
08.2012 - 05.2017
Secondary Major - Communication Studies
Ohio Northern University
08.2012 - 05.2017