Matthew Beccaria
Redding,USA
Summary
Dedicated garden management expert specializing in landscape design and plant health, committed to creating vibrant outdoor spaces. Proven track record of leading teams to achieve optimal results through collaboration and adaptability, ensuring seamless operations in diverse environments. Expertise in horticultural techniques, pest control, and soil management drives project success while fostering sustainable practices. Passionate about enhancing the beauty and functionality of gardens, contributing to both aesthetic appeal and ecological balance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Garden Supervisor
Turtle Bay
Redding, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily garden operations, ensuring high standards of plant health and aesthetics.
- Trained staff on best horticultural practices and equipment usage for optimal productivity.
- Implemented pest management strategies to protect garden integrity and promote sustainable practices.
- Coordinated seasonal planting schedules to enhance bloom cycles and garden diversity.
- Led team meetings to address challenges, share insights, and foster collaborative problem-solving.
- Monitored environmental conditions, adjusting care techniques to optimize plant growth outcomes.
- Managed inventory of tools, equipment, supplies-ensuring availability while minimizing waste.
- Conducted regular safety inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Tree Climber/ Owner
Lord's woodshop & Tree Service
Redding, CA
01.2010 - Current
- Educated customers on good choices for new trees and how to care for different species.
- Removed limbs, brush, and trunks pieces.
- Listened to customer requests and specifications and made suggestions to appropriately fulfill needs.
Landscape Foreman
Methodist University
Fayetteville, North Carolina
10.2023 - 11.2024
- Controlled growth of unwanted weeds with manual removal and chemical applications.
- Enhanced property aesthetics and value through meticulous landscape care and design.
- Created and maintained pathways, patios, and garden structures using hardscaping techniques.
- Operated and maintained landscaping equipment such as mowers, trimmers, and blowers.
- Maintained lawns by mowing, edging, trimming, and fertilizing on regular basis.
Maintenance Technician
Christian Church Homes
Redding, California
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Perform custodial duties such as cleaning, mopping, emptying trash, replacing light bulbs, etc., as needed
- Maintain and repair all aspects of physical buildings, outdoor areas, parking areas, and individual units including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, etc.
- General carpentry duties to prepare apartments for move-in; including cleaning, painting, repairing, replacing, and/or refinishing surfaces, windows, appliances, window coverings, flooring, etc.
Arborist/Forman
Tubit Forest Management
Burney, Ca
10.2015 - 08.2020
- Prepared sites by clearing brush away from equipment paths and removing underbrush and small trees from fall locations.
- Assessed quality and length of logs with routine inspections of felled trees.
- Notified team members of unsafe trees with use of high-visibility ribbons.
- Stayed fresh and effective by rotating between chain saw and skidder operation.
Maintenance Technician/Handyman
Expressive Learning Center
Redding, Ca
01.2008 - 10.2016
- Performed general upkeep, including repairing structural problems, painting surfaces and putting in new floors.
- Restored bathrooms to full functionality with skills in leak repair, tub patching, and toilet repair.
- Beautified outside of the facility's with new fences, walkways, and landscaping.
- Improved equipment function by troubleshooting issues and correcting problems.
Direct Support Professional
Expressive Learning Center
Redding, CA
12.2009 - 03.2016
- Developed person-centered plans that focused on enhancing independence and quality of life for each individual supported.
- Transported clients to appointments, shopping and social destinations.
- Followed approved behavior plans and intervention strategies to support client progress towards goals.
- Treated clients with kindness, dignity and respect at all times.
- Engaged clients in meaningful activities that promoted skill development, socialization opportunities, and overall well-being.
Wildland Firefighter
Firestorm
Chico, Ca
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Addressed hazardous situations to determine strategy for investigating, suppressing, or extinguishing fires.
- Conducted regular controlled burns to eliminate high-risk underbrush and other concerns.
- Contacted wildfires by building fire breaks, back burning, and using suppression methods like water and chemical compounds.
- Maintained high level of physical fitness with continuous training.
Education
AA - Fire & Wildland Science
Shasta Community College
Redding, California12-2012
Skills
- Task prioritization
- Communication
- Safety Practices
- Chainsaw operation
- Detail orientation
- Training and mentoring
- Scheduling tasks
- Garden maintenance
Timeline
Garden Supervisor
Turtle Bay
01.2025 - Current
Landscape Foreman
Methodist University
10.2023 - 11.2024
Maintenance Technician
Christian Church Homes
01.2020 - 04.2022
Arborist/Forman
Tubit Forest Management
10.2015 - 08.2020
Tree Climber/ Owner
Lord's woodshop & Tree Service
01.2010 - Current
Wildland Firefighter
Firestorm
01.2010 - 01.2015
Direct Support Professional
Expressive Learning Center
12.2009 - 03.2016
Maintenance Technician/Handyman
Expressive Learning Center
01.2008 - 10.2016
AA - Fire & Wildland Science
Shasta Community College