Linda Hansen
Oak Harbor,WA
Summary
Skilled in garden maintenance and team collaboration, I enhanced plant vitality and customer satisfaction at Mailliards Landing Nursery. Leveraging expertise in pest control and plant care, I significantly reduced plant loss, while my ability to educate and assist customers fostered positive relationships and increased sales, demonstrating a strong blend of technical knowledge and interpersonal skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Nursery Worker
Mailliards Landing Nursery
03.2022 - 10.2024
- Maximized plant growth and vitality by carefully pruning, trimming, and shaping various species as needed.
- Reduced plant loss by promptly identifying pests or diseases and applying appropriate treatments.
- Ensured the healthiest possible plants were available for sale by routinely inspecting specimens for quality control purposes.
- Educated customers on proper plant care techniques, increasing their chances of success with purchased items at home.
Floral and Outdoor Garden
Fred Meyers
02.2013 - 12.2020
- Developed long-lasting client relationships through exceptional customer service and follow-up communications.
- Advised clients on appropriate flower selections based on factors such as event type, color schemes, and personal preferences.
- Maintained the freshness of flowers by implementing proper care techniques, reducing product waste and maximizing profits.
- Enhanced store''s visual appeal with creative and eye-catching floral arrangements, driving foot traffic and sales.
Stay at Home Mom/Home School Instructor
Self
03.1997 - 06.2014
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance, holding students accountable for meeting these standards consistently.
- Facilitated student growth by proactively identifying and addressing learning gaps.
- Implemented hands-on activities and project-based learning to encourage critical thinking and problem-solving skills in students.
- Improved understanding through differentiated instruction tailored specifically to each learner''s strengths and weaknesses.
Night Stocker
Ben Franklin Crafts And Frame Shop
12.2003 - 01.2013
- Collaborated with coworkers to complete nightly stocking tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Unloaded arriving product stock and moved to store display areas.
- Exhibited strong time management skills by consistently completing tasks within assigned deadlines while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ensured accurate product placement by carefully following planograms and store layouts.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Bellevue College
Bellevue, WA06-1990
Skills
- Garden maintenance
- Plant identification
- Watering techniques
- Variety selection
- Weed management
- Disease diagnosis
- Pest control
- Team collaboration
- Customer assistance
- Plant care and maintenance
Timeline
Plant Nursery Worker
Mailliards Landing Nursery
03.2022 - 10.2024
Floral and Outdoor Garden
Fred Meyers
02.2013 - 12.2020
Night Stocker
Ben Franklin Crafts And Frame Shop
12.2003 - 01.2013
Stay at Home Mom/Home School Instructor
Self
03.1997 - 06.2014
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Bellevue College
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