(Mikki) Michelle Longworth
Port Orange,FL
Summary
Skilled Horticultural Technician with a proven track record at Foliage Design System Orlando, excelling in plant maintenance and customer service. Demonstrated expertise in integrated pest management and fostering team performance. Recognized for innovative solutions and exceptional plant care, ensuring customer satisfaction and project success. Highly knowledgeable Horticultural Technician with comprehensive background in plant cultivation, maintenance and landscaping. Strengths lie in identifying plant diseases and pests, developing pest control strategies, and providing innovative solutions for landscape design. Demonstrated success in creating sustainable green spaces that enhance community well-being while reflecting ecological awareness. Skilled at fostering strong relationships with clients to understand their vision and achieve horticultural objectives.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Horticultural Technician
Foliage Design System Orlando
Orlando, FL
05.2020 - 10.2023
- Provided technical advice to customers on horticultural topics such as soil types, plant selection, pest and disease control.
- Organized inventory of supplies needed for various horticultural projects based on project requirements.
- Supervised seasonal staff members working on horticulture projects.
- Devised cultural methods and environmental controls to maintain agricultural facilities.
- Participated in trade shows or conferences related to the industry as a representative from the organization.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as weeding, pruning, fertilizing and irrigating.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Horticultural Technician
Plant Partners
Sarasota , FL
04.2013 - 04.2019
- Monitored growth and health of plants through regular inspections and sampling.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks such as weeding, pruning, fertilizing and irrigating.
- Provided technical advice to customers on horticultural topics such as soil types, plant selection, pest and disease control.
- Organized inventory of supplies needed for various horticultural projects based on project requirements.
- Identified pests and diseases by inspecting plants for signs of damage or infection.
- Supervised seasonal staff members working on horticulture projects.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Horticultural Technician
Rain Forest Interiors
Tampa , FL
06.2002 - 05.2012
- Monitored growth and health of plants through regular inspections and sampling.
- Organized inventory of supplies needed for various horticultural projects based on project requirements.
- Identified pests and diseases by inspecting plants for signs of damage or infection.
- Implemented nitrogen and alternative fertilizer application methods to minimize leaching, runoff and denitrification.
- Operated a variety of power tools safely while performing horticulture tasks.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Casher
Kash N Karry
Tampa, Fl
01.2000 - 02.2002
- Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels by going extra mile to personalize service for each customer.
- Operated cash register efficiently and accurately, processed payments by cash, check, credit card, gift card or automatic debit.
- Greeted customers promptly and responded to questions.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally in accordance with company policy.
- Scanned merchandise using point-of-sale system for accurate purchase totals.
- Counted money in cash drawers at the beginning of shifts to ensure amounts were correct.
- Delivered high level of customer service to patrons using active listening and engagement skills.
- Trained and mentored new cashiers to maximize performance with skilled, efficient and knowledgeable team members.
- Issued receipts, refunds, credits or change due to customers.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise when needed.
- Processed efficient and accurate cash, check, debit and credit card payments using Point-of-Sale system.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Counted and balanced cashier drawers.
Tool Territory
Sears
Tampa, FL
10.1990 - 02.2002
- Trained new employees on proper use of various types of tools available in the shop.
- Received and responded to customer inquiries regarding tool availability and usage instructions.
- Assisted manufacturing team with efficient distribution of durable and perishable goods from tool cribs inventory.
- Requisitioned stock to replenish inventory.
- Identified obsolete or worn-out tools that need replacing or repairing.
- Organized the storage area for easy access and retrieval of items when needed.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Education
GED -
H.B Plant
Tampa, FL06-1974
Some College (No Degree) - Police Science
HCC
Tampa, FLSkills
- Pruning techniques
- Integrated pest management
- Plant maintenance
- Floral design
- Seasonal color design
- Plant identification
- Pest control
- Indoor plant care
Affiliations
I use to run a hunting and fishing guide service. Helped build swamp buggies and air boats. Love fishing, gardening And DYI projects
Timeline
Horticultural Technician
Foliage Design System Orlando
05.2020 - 10.2023
Horticultural Technician
Plant Partners
04.2013 - 04.2019
Horticultural Technician
Rain Forest Interiors
06.2002 - 05.2012
Casher
Kash N Karry
01.2000 - 02.2002
Tool Territory
Sears
10.1990 - 02.2002
GED -
H.B Plant
Some College (No Degree) - Police Science
HCC
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