Matthew Penney
Roanoke College
Salem, Va,VA
4
years of professional experience
Dedicated groundskeeper with proven expertise at Roanoke College, enhancing campus aesthetics through effective landscaping and maintenance. Skilled in operating mowers and tractors as well as athletic field painting utilizing the Turf Tank, while fostering team communication. Successfully implemented new garden layouts and maintained irrigation systems, contributing to a safe and inviting environment for students and visitors alike.
Work History
Groundskeeper
4 Years 3 Months- Maintained campus grounds through mowing, edging, trimming, and routine landscape upkeep.
- Removed debris, litter, and seasonal hazards to keep outdoor areas safe and presentable.
- Operated grounds equipment safely, including mowers, trimmers, blowers, and hand tools.
- Assisted with planting, mulching, watering, and seasonal bed preparation across campus spaces.
- Inspected walkways, courtyards, and athletic areas for maintenance needs and reported concerns promptly.
- Supported snow removal, ice control, and weather-related cleanup to maintain safe access.
- Cleaned and organized equipment, tools, and supply areas to support efficient daily operations.
- Followed safety procedures and campus standards while completing assigned grounds maintenance tasks.
- 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.
- Cultivated a positive work environment through effective communication with team members and supervisors.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper procedures/techniques required for efficient groundskeeping operations.
- Assisted in development of new garden layout that became focal point for visitor enjoyment.
- Maintained irrigation systems to ensure efficient water usage and healthy plant life.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
Education
Associate of Science - Horticulture
Skills
Grounds maintenance
Operating mowers and tractors
Waste management
trash pickup and removal
Snow removal
Weed control
Field maintenance
Alumni Field as well as fields 1
2
3 at Elizabeth Campus
Field lining
maintaining Turf Tank operation and programing
Planting
Shrub trimming
Tree pruning
Landscaping
Problem-solving
Team communication
Field lining
Planting
Additional Information
Military vetern for the United States Navy 5 years served. Honorably Discharged
Timeline
Groundskeeper
Roanoke College
07.2022 - CurrentRead More
Virginia Western Community College
Associate of Science from Horticulture
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