Michelle Sandoval
Seattle
Summary
Versatile and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in landscape and property management, notably with the City of Seattle. Excelled in project management and sustainable practices, enhancing community spaces and promoting environmental stewardship. Demonstrated strong work ethic and effective communication, achieving significant improvements in ecological habitats and tenant relations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Landscaper
Port Of Seattle
06.2022 - Current
- Create and maintain 95 acres of ecological habitats, performing various horticultural practices and applying Integrated Pest Management
- Coordinate community management with surrounding neighborhoods by delegating, assisting and monitoring garden task at Centennial Rose Garden
- Actively practice’s environmental stewardship principles through supporting sustainable practices and processes
- Safety conscious and knowledgeable with Maritime Department safety policies and procedures along waterfront parks, public spaces and commercial properties
- Enter daily Job Hazardous analysis to ensure public safety, personal safety and prevent workplace injuries and hazards
- Customer focused, delivering excellent service for Shilshole Bay Marina livaboards, local neighbors, stakeholders and people experiencing homelessness
- Committed to practicing equity, inclusion and diversity in all aspects of my work life
Gardener
City of Seattle
09.2013 - 06.2022
- Coordinate daily work for landscape maintenance, renovation and redevelopment of Seattle Center landscape beds, tress, and turf
- Designed and trained Technical Facility Management Crew Chiefs, and field worked on safety training courses
- Software proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Office and Cloudsuite ERP (Work Orders and Purchase Orders)
- Supported the goals of Race and Social Justice Initiative as a 2020 Change Team Member
- Ensured compliance of all safety and health programs to meet Seattle Municipal Code in the workplace
Building Manager
Yates, Wood, and MacDonald Property Management
02.2018 - Current
- 7 years’ experience managing 24-unit apartment complex with multicultural tenant population in Lower Queen
- Provide clear and concise written and verbal Communication with tenants, colleagues and contractors
- Proficient AppFolio Property Manager Software user to ensure a efficient and effective daily operation
- Ambassador of the Fair Housing Act, uphold the principles of equity and anti racism in all interactions with the community, tenants, contractors and Colleagues
- Track all project management aspects, detailed record keeping of materials and supplies and data keeping of Work Orders
- Conduct daily maintenance and inspections for the security of property and tenants’ wellbeing, safety and health, provide guidance and training to tenants on City regulatory compliances
Hardscape Foreman
City People’s Landscape and Design
11.2008 - 09.2013
- Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
- Supervised material usage and contractor man-hours to keep projects in line with budgetary restrictions.
- Analyzed project blueprints and specifications to identify exact number of laborers needed to complete job.
- Competent and confident dump truck operator with abundance of city roadways knowledge and pedestrians and cyclists awareness
- Safely Operated a multitude of manual and power tools and equipment with the proper personal equipment
Community Outreach Volunteer Coordinator
The Leelanau Conservancy
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Implemented and managed highly successful weekly volunteer community program to build pedestrian trails for visitor while safeguarding natural cultural and historic environments with low impact techniques
- Provide training and enforcement of proper safety protocols and personal protected equipment for volunteer staff’s use of manual and power tools
- Promote responsible and respectful land stewardship practices for public land and water, ensuring compliance with environmental standards
Education
Basic Electrical Applied Mathematics
South Seattle Community College
2017
BAA - Outdoor And Environmental Recreation
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MI2007
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Heavy lifting
- Flexible and adaptable
- Using hand tools
- Project management
- Garden maintenance
- Staff management
- Verbal and written communication
- Sustainable practices
Certification
Mental Health First Aid
Basic Life Support, First Aid Medical/Trauma, BBP/HIV/AIDS Universal Precautions, Adult One Rescuer CPR w/Barrier, AED, Pediatric First Aid Infant/Child Care
Pesticide/SPI License Holder
Transportation Worker Identification Credential
Personal Fall Protection
Forklift Operator
OSHA #750 Introduction To Safety and Health Management
FEMA Incident Command System Safety Officer
Timeline
Landscaper
Port Of Seattle
06.2022 - Current
Building Manager
Yates, Wood, and MacDonald Property Management
02.2018 - Current
Gardener
City of Seattle
09.2013 - 06.2022
Hardscape Foreman
City People’s Landscape and Design
11.2008 - 09.2013
Community Outreach Volunteer Coordinator
The Leelanau Conservancy
01.2006 - 01.2007
Basic Electrical Applied Mathematics
South Seattle Community College
BAA - Outdoor And Environmental Recreation
Central Michigan University
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