Josh Spears
Athens,GA
Summary
Plant Breeder offering experience generating highly productive and tolerant plants. Talented at producing improved varieties to increase crop yield, quality and tolerance in various conditions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Breeder
Bailey Nurseries
Winterville, GA
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Structured and implemented breeding projects and production trials
- Collected and managed data, presenting relevant information to product development teams
- Hybridized plants, manage seed and seedling populations, projected transplant schedules, and structured production trials to optimize outcomes
- Worked to ensure efficient workflow and timely project completion
- Provided quality control for various trials to maintain standards of excellence
- Collected data and evaluated plants based on performance, overall production quality , and commercial potential
Plant Nursery Maintenance Technician
Baileys Nurseries
Winterville, GA
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Installed new landscaping features such as flower beds, shrubs and trees in accordance with design plans.
- Assisted in the installation of irrigation systems; operated pumps to regulate water flow through sprinklers.
- Raked leaves and spread topsoil to level yards; applied fertilizer to lawns according to schedule.
- Weeded gardens by hand or with the use of herbicides; mulched flower beds to retain moisture.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to regulations.
- Watered plants, flowers, and turf to maintain healthy growth.
- Operated mowers, tractors, and other equipment in a safe manner.
Propagation Technician
Freddy's Fuego
Poulsbo, WA
03.2020 - 08.2021
- Applying fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides as necessary to maintain healthy crops.
- Operated irrigation systems to water crops when needed.
- Monitored crop growth and conditions to identify signs of disease or pests.
- Operated irrigation systems to provide adequate water supply for plants.
- Handled planting, irrigation, fertilization and pest control.
Aviation Boatswains Mate Handler
US Navy
Bremer, WA
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Ensured that all required safety precautions were taken during aviation boatwain's mate handler operations.
- Assisted in the safe movement of aircraft on the flight deck or hangar decks.
- Instructed crew members in proper methods of handling cargo loads on flight decks or hangers.
- Verified accurate completion of paperwork associated with Aviation Boatswain's Mate Handler activities.
- Inspected aircraft launching and recovery equipment to ensure proper functioning.
- Participated in routine inspections of all aviation boatswain's mate handler related equipment.
- Managed inventory levels for aviation boatswain's mate handler supplies onboard ship.
- Assisted with loading, unloading ordnance onto, from aircraft prior to flight missions.
- Directed personnel in handling hazardous materials such as jet fuel, lubricants and oxygen cylinders safely.
- Prepared for underway operations by repairing, maintaining and stowing equipment.
- Worked on deck in various weather situations and under stressful conditions to maintain personnel safety and direct aircraft movements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oglethorpe County High School
Lexington, GA05-2018
Skills
- Horticulture
- Greenhouse Management
- Team Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Effective Communication
- Task Prioritization
- Multitasking
- Analytical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Emergency response training
- Equipment Operation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Reliability
Certification
- Hazwoper Certification
- DOT Hazardous Materials with Security Awareness
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Plant Breeder
Bailey Nurseries
01.2023 - 04.2024
Plant Nursery Maintenance Technician
Baileys Nurseries
03.2022 - 01.2023
Propagation Technician
Freddy's Fuego
03.2020 - 08.2021
Aviation Boatswains Mate Handler
US Navy
10.2018 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Oglethorpe County High School
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