James Cutler
14 Church St. Westwood,MA
Summary
Avid outdoor enthusiast with a diverse background in land stewardship and conservation work. Personable with positive attitude and upbeat nature paired with strong communication skills promote team cohesion and workplace synergy. Self-motivation and a strong work ethic give rise to irreproachable results. Critical thinker with organized and systematic approach to problem solving.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Hash Technician
Bountiful Farms
Lakeville, MA
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Prepared lab for daily operations by stocking materials and equipment.
- Managed laboratory supplies and equipment, providing maximum output to meet data deadlines.
- Kept lab space and equipment clean to prevent contamination with hazardous substances.
- Adhered to applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance.
Cultivation Technician
Bountiful Farms
Lakeville, MA
07.2022 - 04.2023
- One of the only technicians on site to be educated in vegetation, clone, and harvest.
- Conducted routine preventive maintenance and troubleshooting inspections on equipment, production systems and farming processes.
- Watered, fed, arranged, pruned, and thinned crops to verify proper lighting and growth.
- Inspected facilities daily to comply with health, sanitation and safety standards and maintain agricultural biodiversity across farm.
- Followed germination processes to detect plant deficiencies in the clone, vegetation, and production stages of growth.
- Identified plants, pests and weeds to determine selection and application fertilizers.
Trim Technician
Bountiful Farms
Lakeville, MA
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Able to identify different strains, different phenotypes, and plant health based upon physical characteristics such as growth patterns, appearance, density, color, aroma, bud structure and leaf development.
- Able to successfully identify mold and other undesirable contaminates in the product to ensure quality control and to meet health and safety standards.
- Within three months, I was quickly promoted to a cultivation technician position as management recognized my work ethic and daily productivity.
Trustees of Reservations (Full-Time)
Land and Property Steward of Conservation
Dover, MA
08.2021 - 03.2022
- Help manage and maintain several Trustees properties in the Charles River Valley
- Helped plan and create new trails on Trustees properties
- Use chippers to clean up downed trees from storm damage
- Plant seed, clippings and buds in urban and rural areas to cultivate desired decorative or conservation-focused species
- Identify and manage invasive species
- Safely operate trucks, saws, hand tools, and other equipment
- Maintain positive relationships with coworkers and supervisors to carry out successful project plans
Lead Adventure Camp Counselor (Summer Seasonal)
Hale Day Camp
Westwood, MA
06.2017 - 08.2021
- Coordinated and led group activities for campers and counselors
- Explained principles, techniques and safety requirements to activity participants to prevent injury
- Educated campers on outdoor skills and techniques such as tree and plant identification, how to safely start and extinguish campfires, shelter-building, fishing, safe and effective use of knives and other tools, fundamental first-aid, orienteering, and outdoor preparedness
- Lead and guided multi-day overnight camping and hiking trips with groups of campers to locations such as Mount Greylock
Buildings and Grounds (Part-Time and Seasonal)
Hale
Westwood, MA
06.2015 - 06.2017
- Landscaped properties and monitored trails to implement necessary upkeep and improvements
- Inspected grounds, facilities and equipment to determine repair and maintenance needs
Volunteer Work (Year-Round Part-Time)
Hale
Westwood, MA
09.2014 - 06.2015
- Assisted Buildings and Grounds with any necessary projects such as trail work, landscaping, mulch spreading, wood removal, and site preparation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Parks, Recreation, And Tourism: Management
University of Maine
Orono, ME12.2021
Skills
- Safety training
- Basic First Aid and CPR
- DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate
- Chainsaw use and safety training
- Wildland Firefighter Training
- Leadership training (Hale- advanced from counselor to lead outdoor guide)
- Team building and group cohesion
- Facilities and grounds maintenance
- Land stewardship and conservation work
Timeline
Hash Technician
Bountiful Farms
05.2023 - 04.2024
Cultivation Technician
Bountiful Farms
07.2022 - 04.2023
Trim Technician
Bountiful Farms
04.2022 - 06.2022
Trustees of Reservations (Full-Time)
Land and Property Steward of Conservation
08.2021 - 03.2022
Lead Adventure Camp Counselor (Summer Seasonal)
Hale Day Camp
06.2017 - 08.2021
Buildings and Grounds (Part-Time and Seasonal)
Hale
06.2015 - 06.2017
Volunteer Work (Year-Round Part-Time)
Hale
09.2014 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Parks, Recreation, And Tourism: Management
University of Maine
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