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EXPERIENCE
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Maria Colon Collazo

Lakeland

Summary

A bilingual Agricultural technician that offers strong foundation in agricultural principles and eagerness to learn and grow in field. Contributes understanding of pest and crop inspection along with farming techniques, alongside experience in data collection and analysis. Ready to use and develop problem-solving and technical skills in the agricultural commodity grader role.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Agricultural Technician

Department of Agriculture
01.2024 - Current

Conduct field inspections of commercial citrus groves and residential properties to detect citrus diseases and invasive pest species. Perform detailed surveys, update property boundaries and caretaker information, and collect plant samples for laboratory analysis. Coordinate with property owners and caretakers to schedule site access and ensure effective communication of findings and procedures. Utilize and transport ATVs to navigate varied terrains during fieldwork. Support pest eradication programs by identifying and treating properties affected by invasive mollusk species. Engage in public outreach initiatives to educate the community, relay program information, and obtain access agreements from property owners. Maintain accurate records of all inspections, samples, treatments, and public interactions.

TEAM LEAD

PETSENSE
08.2022 - Current
  • Create a memorable shopping experience for customers while educating them on store products and helping them find the right product based on their pet's needs. Caring for store animals and educating clients on each animal's specific habitat and diet requirements.

SHIFT LEAD

PLANET FITNESS
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Assist members checking in as well as answering any questions they may have, resolving account issues such as invalid payment information or transferring memberships. Give tours to prospective members and assist them signing up at the end of tours. Maintaining a clean and sanitary atmosphere in the gym by conducting hourly walk throughs and daily cleaning tasks.

Education

Certificate - Veterinary Assisting

SOUTHERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Auburndale, FL
10-2024

Diploma - Veterinary Assisting and Agriculture

BRANDON HIGH SCHOOL
01.2020

Skills

  • Excellent writing and communication skills
  • Great at communicating with clients and educating on their pets needs
  • Able to adapt quickly to new settings
  • Great at being organized and staying organized while working in multitask jobs
  • Networking and relationship building
  • Record keeping
  • Public speaking and presentation
  • Teaching and training others
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking

Certification

Veterinary Assisting, Fruit Fly detection certificate

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Agricultural Technician

Department of Agriculture
01.2024 - Current

TEAM LEAD

PETSENSE
08.2022 - Current

SHIFT LEAD

PLANET FITNESS
09.2021 - 05.2022

Diploma - Veterinary Assisting and Agriculture

BRANDON HIGH SCHOOL

Certificate - Veterinary Assisting

SOUTHERN TECHNICAL COLLEGE

EXPERIENCE

I have hands on experience handling animals from my Veterinary Assisting course in high school as well as from being a part of my high schools FFA chapter where I raised and showed a sheep and cow at county and state fairs. I have experience halter breaking cattle and sheep, performing monthly deworming and recognizing common signs of illness in sheep and cattle.