Kimberly Osborne
Cocoa Beach,FL
Summary
With a proven track record at Radisson Resort at the Port, I excel in supervising horticultural operations and leading teams towards excellence. My expertise in landscape design and plant health, combined with my ability to motivate staff, ensures both aesthetic and sustainable project success. Skilled in staff management and training, I drive operational efficiency and team productivity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Resort Horticulture Supervisor
Radisson Resort at the Port
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Oversee the daily operations of garden and landscaped areas, ensuring optimal growing conditions for all plants, trees, shrubs, palm trees, and turf.
- Develop and implement irrigation schedules to maintain proper moisture levels in various landscapes and locations.
- Utilize hand and power tools effectively for planting, pruning, and maintaining plant health.
- Manage landscape design projects from conception to execution, ensuring aesthetic appeal and sustainability.
- Conduct regular inspections of plant health, identifying pests or diseases, and implementing proper treatments.
- Train and supervise staff in horticultural best practices, safety protocol, and equipment usage.
- Maintain accurate records of plant growth,maintenance schedules and inventory of supplies.
GROUNDSKEEPER
Port Authority of Cape Canaveral
10.2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
Groundskeeper Golf Course
Indian River Colony Club
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Contributed to overall property aesthetics improvements resulting from dedicated attention towards daily maintenance tasks and detail-oriented approach to groundskeeping.
Education
Master Gardener - Horticulture
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL2017
Skills
- Training and mentoring
- Goal-Oriented
- Staff Management
- Employee Motivation
- Strong knowledge of landscape design principles with attention to details
- Commercial landscape experience in all settings
- Problem solving skills, extensive knowledge of fertilizers and turf care
Timeline
Resort Horticulture Supervisor
Radisson Resort at the Port
08.2023 - 10.2024
GROUNDSKEEPER
Port Authority of Cape Canaveral
10.2022 - 08.2023
Groundskeeper Golf Course
Indian River Colony Club
08.2021 - 08.2022
Master Gardener - Horticulture
University of Florida