James Sprague
Muscatine,IA
Summary
Hardworking graduate assistant with extensive knowledge of proper grounds maintenance and equipment use. Proven history of working tirelessly to meet land needs and maintaining plant health in challenging environmental conditions. Approachable and reliable with unparalleled work ethic.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Research Assistant
Iowa State University
Ames, IA
06.2024 - Current
- Assisted with the design of experiments, study protocols, and data collection methods.
- Performed laboratory tests, sample collections, and other technical tasks related to research studies.
- Interpreted results from experiments or surveys and identified potential implications for further study or applications in practice.
- Attended professional conferences to present research findings and network with peers in the field.
- Applied chemicals using manual or automated equipment such as sprayers, dusters, and spreaders.
Athletic Field Maintenance Worker
Iowa State Athletics
Ames, IA
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed and implemented a comprehensive maintenance plan for grounds care.
- Cultivated soil and added fertilizer, compost, and amendments.
- Planted different grasses, shrubs, and trees and fertilized plants to encourage growth.
- Installed and maintained drainage systems, irrigation systems, and sprinkler heads.
- Conducted snow removal during winter months to provide clients with safe parking and walking areas.
- Inspected and prepared playing surfaces to meet standards for game and practice events.
Specialty Sales Intern
Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC
Lenexa, KS
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Participated in sales meetings and presentations to gain knowledge and insight
- Addressed customer queries and complaints with prompt and professional responses
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors
- Educated clients on proper lawn and plant care, giving details on appropriate watering and fertilization
- Combined chemicals and mixed fertilizers, carefully observing all manufacturer instructions, to create proper mixtures and maintain safety
- Identified lawn/plant diseases to determine suitable course of action.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Horticulture-Turfgrass
Iowa State University
Ames, IA05.2024
Associate of Science -
Muscatine Community College
Muscatine, IA07.2022
Master of Science - Horticulture-Turfgrass
Iowa State University
Ames, IASkills
- Decision Making
- Problem Solving
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Customer Service and Assistance
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Data Collection
- Recordkeeping
- Experiment coordination
- Research and analysis
- Athletic Field Maintenance
- Equipment Preventive Maintenance
- Snow Removal
- Tree Trimming and Cutting Branches
- Fertilizing
- Pesticide Safety
Accomplishments
- Eagle Scout Recipient
- American FFA Degree Recipient
- Iowa Degree FFA Recipient
- 2024 Sports Field Managers Association Student Challenge 1st Place Team Member
- 2023 Sports Field Managers Association Student Challenge 3rd Place Team Member
- 2024 Golf Course Association of America Turf Bowl 7th Place Team Member
- 2023 Golf Course Association of America Turf Bowl 9th Place Team Member
Certification
- Commercial 3OT Pesticide Applicator License - Iowa Department of Agriculture.
References
- Dr. Quincy Law, Graduate Academic Advisor, 515-294-4813, qlaw@iastate.edu
- Dr. Adam Thoms, Undergraduate Academic Advisor, 515-294-1957, athoms@iastate.edu
- Joe Hill, Manager of Turf, Grounds and Custodial Operations, Iowa State Athletics, 515-294-1251, jhill24@iastate.edu
- Michael Young, Assistant Manager Turf and Grounds, Iowa State Athletics, 641-373-6150, youngm@iastate.edu
- Mark Person, Branch Manager, Helena Agri-Enterprises, 816-560-5448, personm@helenaagri.com
Timeline
Graduate Research Assistant
Iowa State University
06.2024 - Current
Specialty Sales Intern
Helena Agri-Enterprises, LLC
05.2023 - 08.2023
Athletic Field Maintenance Worker
Iowa State Athletics
08.2022 - 06.2024
Bachelor of Science - Horticulture-Turfgrass
Iowa State University
Associate of Science -
Muscatine Community College
Master of Science - Horticulture-Turfgrass
Iowa State University
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