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Koa Macaluso

Ashland

Summary

Dedicated groundskeeping professional with a proven track record at Rancho Relaxo Resorts, excelling in garden upkeep and teamwork. Enhanced landscape aesthetics through effective shrub trimming and maintenance, while ensuring safety compliance. Recognized for improving visitor experiences and responding swiftly to urgent maintenance needs, showcasing strong problem-solving skills.


I am a people person who is currently looking to further my work experience by entering the food service industry. I grew up in the restaurant business as a young child. My parents owned and operated a cafe for 9 years in St. Louis Missouri. I have always had a desire to learn the business.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Groundskeeper

Rancho Relaxo Resorts
05.2023 - Current
  • Organized storage areas containing supplies like fertilizers and mulch materials in order to maintain easy access when needed.
  • Increased efficiency in groundskeeping tasks by organizing tools and equipment inventory.
  • Efficiently operated various groundskeeping equipment such as mowers, trimmers, blowers, sprayers, and power tools while adhering to safety guidelines.
  • Contributed to long-term planning efforts for landscape design projects that aligned with organizational goals and aesthetic preferences of stakeholders.
  • Improved visitor experience by keeping common areas clean, well-organized, and visually appealing at all times.
  • Watered plants by hand and monitored sprinkler systems for complete coverage.
  • Served as a reliable point-person for responding quickly to urgent maintenance requests during weekends or after-hours, ensuring timely resolution of issues.
  • Enhanced landscape appearance by maintaining turf, trees, and plant beds.
  • Supported successful events on the property by coordinating with event staff to prepare outdoor spaces accordingly.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Educated employees and members of public on plant biology and health.

Student Assistant

Rogue Valley School
01.2023 - 05.2023
  • Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
  • Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
  • Monitored student behavior in classes, laboratories and on field trips for unsafe or rule-breaking concerns.
  • Wiped down all surfaces to keep things sterile
  • Swept and mopped floors at the end of the day

Education

High School Diploma -

Ashland High School
Ashland
06-2025

Skills

  • Waste disposal
  • Trash disposal
  • Garden upkeep
  • Groundskeeping safety
  • Snow removal
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Using hand tools
  • Tree trimming and cutting branches
  • Weeding gardens
  • Lawn and grounds maintenance
  • Customer service and assistance

Certification

Oregon Food Handlers Permit

Interests

  • Auto Repair/Restoration
  • Food Service Industry
  • Musician

Timeline

Assistant Groundskeeper

Rancho Relaxo Resorts
05.2023 - Current

Student Assistant

Rogue Valley School
01.2023 - 05.2023

High School Diploma -

Ashland High School
Koa Macaluso