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Jenifer Carl
Devore Heights,US
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Summary
Grounds caretaker with extensive landscape maintenance experience across community colleges and universities. Skilled in tree trimming, horticulture, and equipment operation, ensuring safe and visually appealing outdoor environments. Proven ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders and maintain meticulous attention to detail. Holds QAC License #169821, with two years of Calsense Irrigation Control experience and familiarity with work order systems.
Overview
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1
Certification
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Spray Technician/Job Foreman
US Landscape, Inc.
Redlands, California
08.2025 - Current
- Operated spray equipment for application of pesticides and herbicides.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during all spraying activities.
- Conducted routine maintenance on spray equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Collaborated with team members to develop effective pest management strategies.
- Practiced good safety habits and maintained clean and safe work environment.
- Disposed of hazardous waste and chemicals according to established methods.
- Adhered to OSHA and Hazmat procedures for storing and handling materials.
- Kept detailed records of all processes involved in each project including date started, completed, type, amounts of materials used.
- Monitored temperature, humidity levels, viscosity, film thicknesses and application rates during spraying operations.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations while performing all duties related to the job function.
- Calibrated pumps, motors and other components to ensure optimum performance of the sprayer system.
- Cleaned and maintained spray guns and other equipment used for spraying operations.
- Applied pesticides and other chemicals to prevent growth of weeds and eliminate bugs and other pests.
- Projected positive image of company by always dressing appropriately, acting professionally, keeping neat, organized vehicle spaces and being punctual for appointments.
- Cleaned and serviced machinery to verify operating efficiency using appropriate fluids and tools.
- Mixed chemicals and fertilizers according to manufacturer instructions and safety standard to protect people, pests and vegetation from harm.
- Started motors and used sprayer agitators, pumps and portable spray equipment.
- Provided each customer with dedicated service and assistance to build positive relationships and promote long-term brand loyalty.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand project specifications.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally.
- Coordinated with the owner or general contractor regarding changes in scope of work, budget, and timeline.
- Organized and directed work crews to ensure efficient completion of tasks within established time frames.
- Established good working relationships with vendors, subcontractors, customers, and other stakeholders involved in projects.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed by all workers on site.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
GROUNDS CARETAKER
San Bernardino Valley Community College
San Bernardino
06.2023 - 07.2025
- Maintain and enhance landscaped areas, athletic fields, and lawns using specialized equipment.
- Prepare and maintain planting areas, ensuring healthy growth and aesthetic appeal.
- Conduct routine cleaning and debris removal to keep campus grounds tidy and safe.
- Operate and perform minor maintenance on various groundskeeping tools and machinery.
- Assist in irrigation system installation and repair, ensuring efficient water use.
- Provided support for faculty and staff during daily operations.
- Monitored building security and reported any safety concerns promptly.
- Assisted with setup and teardown of events and functions on campus.
- Collaborated with maintenance team to address facility issues efficiently.
- Supported student activities by preparing spaces for meetings and events.
- Implemented safety procedures to promote a secure environment for all users.
- Followed established safety procedures while performing all tasks related to caretaking duties.
- Provided assistance to disabled persons in accordance with their individual needs.
- Maintained landscaped area by picking up trash, removing debris and contacting landscaping team to address issues.
- Organized storage areas in order to maximize space efficiency.
- Adhered to all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to health and safety standards in the workplace.
- Greeted visitors upon arrival and directed them to their destination within the facility.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding job assignments and progress updates throughout shifts.
- Operated a variety of hand tools and power equipment safely and effectively.
- Responded to emergency situations promptly to prevent or minimize damage.
- Coordinated with contractors and service providers for major repairs and maintenance work.
- Operated and maintained ground-keeping equipment such as lawn mowers and leaf blowers.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Installed and maintained irrigation systems using various tools and equipment.
- Diagnosed issues in irrigation setups and performed necessary repairs.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure optimal functionality of irrigation systems.
- Collaborated with landscape teams to integrate irrigation with plant health needs.
- Installed and programmed clocks, timers and rain sensors to maintain proper irrigation levels and reduce water waste. parts.
- Replaced worn out parts such as pipes, fittings, valve seals, solenoids.
- Inspected sprinkler heads, valves, and pipes for proper functioning and identified any problems or needed repairs.
- Troubleshot electrical components such as wiring issues or faulty timers by using a multimeter or other testing equipment.
- Cleaned debris from clogged emitters or filters to improve water flow efficiency.
- Completed weeding, mowing, and planting for assigned landscape projects.
- Programmed automatic controllers with specific settings for each zone of an irrigation system.
- Adjusted nozzles on sprinklers for optimal coverage area and spray direction.
- Responded promptly to customer service requests regarding troubleshooting or repair needs.
- Kept up-to-date with industry standards related to installation techniques or safety protocols.
- Followed safe practices to mix and apply chemicals.
- Sprayed fertilizer and pesticide solutions to control insects, fungus, weed growth and diseases.
- Performed inspections equipment.
FORESTRY CONSULTANT
ECI Forestry Consulting
Rancho Cucamonga
06.2022 - 06.2023
- Accurately identify dead and dying trees affected by drought and other environmental conditions.
- Inspect overhead power lines for proper vegetation clearance.
- Perform inspection and work verification on post pre-inspection and post tree-trimming work.
- Document information for client's vegetation management program.
- Inspect and assess trees for hazard or danger potential.
- Audit tree contractor's work for compliance with client specifications and needs.
- Assist in storm and emergency situations and other miscellaneous line clearance projects.
- Communicate daily with the client, contractors, landowners, and public.
- Perform duties in a manner that will promote and maintain good public relations.
- Assume other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
GROUNDSKEEPER
University of California Riverside
Riverside
02.2019 - 06.2022
- Maintain and preserve campus landscapes, including plants, shrubs, trees, and lawns.
- Perform minor irrigation system repairs, and manual watering.
- Maintain hard surfaces, like walkways and roadways.
- Assist event setup/cleanup.
- Maintained landscapes by mowing, trimming, and edging grass and plants.
- Operated various grounds maintenance equipment, including blowers and trimmers.
- Cleared debris from walkways, parking lots, and campus areas to ensure safety.
- Assisted with planting trees, shrubs, and flowers to enhance campus aesthetics.
- Monitored irrigation systems for proper functionality and water distribution.
- Collaborated with team members to complete seasonal maintenance tasks effectively.
- Reported equipment malfunctions to ensure timely repairs and maintenance operations.
- Mowed lawns and trimmed grass around sidewalks, flower beds and walls.
- Operated mowers, tractors, and other equipment in a safe manner.
- Used heavy equipment, mowers and trimmers safely to prevent accidents.
- Removed debris and trash from surrounding areas and disposed of recyclable materials properly.
- Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
- Lifted and removed fallen or damaged branches using hand and power tools.
- Trimmed trees, shrubs, and hedges using hand tools such as shears and pruners.
- Assisted with landscaping projects such as laying sod or planting trees.
- Cleaned gutters to ensure proper drainage of water away from buildings.
- Transported mulch, soil and sand using shovel and rake.
- Inspected lawns for weeds, pests, or other signs of damage.
- Watered plants, flowers, and turf to maintain healthy growth.
- Provided support during special events held at the premises.
- Mulched flower beds to retain moisture levels in the soil.
- Planted grass seed in areas of bare soil or where needed.
- Operated a variety of power and hand tools in the maintenance of green spaces.
- Assisted in the design and implementation of new landscape projects.
- Monitored health of plants and trees, treating issues such as pests or disease to prevent spread.
- Performed soil cultivation, digging, mulching, and watering as needed.
- Enforced grounds policies and regulations, ensuring a safe environment for visitors.
- Performed seasonal landscaping tasks including planting flowers, bushes, and trees.
- Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
LANDSCAPE TECHNICIAN
AE Landscape
Rancho Cucamonga
06.2017 - 02.2019
- Planted and maintained diverse plant species to enhance landscape aesthetics.
- Executed routine landscaping tasks to ensure cleanliness of communal areas.
- Operated horticultural tools to improve efficiency and safety in landscaping operations.
- Managed leaf raking and debris disposal, maintaining orderly outdoor spaces.
- Repaired irrigation systems and reported hazards to ensure reliable water supply.
- Conducted landscape inspections for pests and implemented disease management strategies.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations throughout all landscaping activities.
- Installed plants, shrubs, and trees according to design specifications.
- Decorated gardens, paths and beds with stones or plants.
- Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
- Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
- Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
- Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to landscape management and maintenance.
- Monitored existing plantings for disease or pest infestations and treated accordingly.
- Collaborated with other professionals when necessary for large-scale landscaping jobs.
- Applied fertilizers and insecticides according to safety regulations.
- Responded quickly to customer inquiries and complaints about landscaping issues and resolved them promptly.
- Trimmed hedges, bushes and trees to maintain proper shape and size.
- Inspected landscapes for any potential problems or hazards that may have arisen.
- Installed plants, flowers, shrubs, trees, sod and other materials to enhance the appearance of properties.
- Maintained and operated landscaping equipment, such as mowers, blowers, and edgers.
- Provided general upkeep of outdoor areas by raking leaves, removing debris.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing landscaping operations.
RESIDENTIAL GARDENER
JMC Landscape Maintenance
Ranch Cucamonga
03.2008 - 06.2017
- Maintaining and developing the gardens of clients.
- In charge of grass cutting, weed control, trimming, pruning, and leaf raking.
- Planting new trees, flowers, and various plants.
- Irrigation installation, maintenance, and repair.
- Fertilize turf, trees, flowers, and shrubs.
- Planting a wide variety of plants and trees.
- Producing various designs and layouts of garden landscapes.
- Laying down paving
- Giving advice and guidance to property owners on all matters relating to gardening.
- Excellent knowledge of specific locations for planting trees, flowers, and shrubs.
- Advising homeowners on the costs of plants and any work to be done, while giving written quotations.
- Sourcing the cheapest materials, plants, trees, and machinery on behalf of clients.
- Maintained gardens and grounds of private properties, ensuring proper care of trees, shrubs, flowers, and turf.
- Watered plants and performed minor irrigation repair and adjustments.
- Applied weed control treatments as necessary.
- Planted bulbs, bushes, trees and flowers to enhance environment.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Answered customer questions regarding plant growing conditions and proper care.
- Transported plants and trees to and from planting sites.
- Responded quickly to customer inquiries and concerns to drive customer satisfaction and maximize retention.
- Scheduled regular landscaping services to promote optimal growth and maintain the attractive appearance of lawns and yards.
- Assisted in the installation of hardscaping materials, such as pavers and stepping stones.
- Ensuring a safe working environment for everyone working in the.
- Developed planting plans for clients based on their individual needs.
- Inspected outdoor areas regularly to ensure they are free from hazards such as broken glass or trip hazards.
- Designed landscape layouts, selecting appropriate plants based on climate and soil conditions.
- Applied fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides following safety protocols to promote plant health and control pests.
- Created and maintained paths, patios, and garden structures to enhance the landscape design.
PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER
City of Rancho Cucamonga
Rancho Cucamonga
10.1998 - 03.2008
- Maintained athletic fields, parks, and grounds by mowing, watering, and fertilizing, ensuring optimal conditions.
- Checked for disease or insect damage, applying herbicides/pesticides as needed to maintain healthy landscapes.
- Prepared and maintained the baseball stadium, including the pitcher's mound, bullpens, and base paths for the minor league team.
- Set up and tore down equipment for batting practice, ensuring readiness for games and practice sessions.
- Transplanted sod and trees, and seeded areas as needed, contribute to the overall aesthetic and functionality of the park.
- Maintained park facilities, ensuring cleanliness and safety for visitors.
- Operated landscaping equipment to enhance park aesthetics and functionality.
- Conducted routine inspections of park grounds for maintenance needs or hazards.
- Assisted in planting and caring for trees, flowers, and shrubs throughout parks.
- Collaborated with team members to execute seasonal maintenance projects efficiently.
- Cleaned and removed litter from parks, parking lot and other public areas.
- Cut grass with gasoline-fueled riding lawn mowers, push power lawn mowers and string trimmers.
- Inspected parks for safety hazards and took necessary corrective action.
- Operated mowers, tractors, edgers and other landscaping equipment safely.
- Operated pickup truck with attached trailer to transport equipment and materials to and from assigned areas.
- Handled setup, tear-down and operations of special events and functions.
- Mulched flower beds with organic mulch material to reduce weed growth.
- Applied fertilizers, pesticides and chemicals to lawns to prepare for landscaping.
- Prepared and applied wood mulch mixture to planted tree and shrub areas.
- Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
- Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Provided proper upkeep of planters, paved areas or other grounds features.
- Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
- Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
Education
College of Agricultural Sciences-World Campus -
Penn State
Pennsylvania06.2012
High School -
Whitcomb High School
Glendora, CA06.1986
Skills
- Tree trimming
- Tree care
- Horticulture
- Groundskeeping
- Mowing
- Landscape maintenance
- Mechanical knowledge
- Gardening
- Turf Care
- Public relations
- Athletic field maintenance
- Debris removal
- Irrigation systems
- Planting maintenance
- Emergency response
- Safety compliance
- Chemical application
- Equipment calibration
- Pesticide mixing
- Safety compliance
- Record keeping
- Client communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Operational efficiency
- Chemical handling
- Personal protective equipment use
- Pesticide application
- Weather monitoring
- Product mixing
- Nozzle selection
- Sprayer troubleshooting
Certification
- QAC license #169821 Exp. 12/26
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Spray Technician/Job Foreman
US Landscape, Inc.
08.2025 - Current
GROUNDS CARETAKER
San Bernardino Valley Community College
06.2023 - 07.2025
FORESTRY CONSULTANT
ECI Forestry Consulting
06.2022 - 06.2023
GROUNDSKEEPER
University of California Riverside
02.2019 - 06.2022
LANDSCAPE TECHNICIAN
AE Landscape
06.2017 - 02.2019
RESIDENTIAL GARDENER
JMC Landscape Maintenance
03.2008 - 06.2017
PARK MAINTENANCE WORKER
City of Rancho Cucamonga
10.1998 - 03.2008
College of Agricultural Sciences-World Campus -
Penn State
High School -
Whitcomb High School