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Neva Lisa Jurkovich

Neva Lisa Jurkovich

San Geronimo,USA

Summary

Dedicated horticulture student at Oregon State University, with a strong foundation in art history from Lewis and Clark College. Combines creativity with organizational skills to enhance product presentation and sales. Experienced in the restaurant industry, adept at multitasking, and ensuring exceptional customer service. Committed to expanding knowledge in horticulture, while leveraging communication skills for collaborative success. Skilled horticulturist with a background in landscape design, plant propagation, and care. Possess the ability to diagnose plant diseases, identify pests, and provide organic solutions for control. Strengths include a strong knowledge of native plants, botanical terminology, and greenhouse management. Past roles show success in designing sustainable landscapes, and increasing customer satisfaction. An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Gardening Center Associate

Chase Ace Hardware Garden & Gift Emporium
04.2023 - 02.2024
  • Maintained plant health and attractiveness with proper care
  • Engaged in friendly helpful conversations with customers who have questions about plant care and maintenance
  • Recommended soil and pest management products to customers
  • Created beautiful and inviting displays in the garden center
  • Pruned and trimmed plants and vines to maintain shape and promote healthy growth
  • Worked and collaborated with coworkers to solve plant health problems
  • Identifying pests and applying treatment

Garden Center Associate

Fairfax Lumber Ace Hardware
Fairfax, CA
01.2022 - 03.2023
  • Maintained plant health and attractiveness with proper sunlight, water, and nutrition
  • Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs
  • Restocked shelves with new plants each day and rotated stock for optimal appearance
  • Watered plants every week and regularly checked for naturally wilted parts to remove
  • Pruned and trimmed plants and trees to maintain shape and promote healthy growth

Education

Bachelor of Science - Horticulture

Oregon State University
Corvallis, OR
05.2026

Skills

  • Objective-Focused
  • Organized
  • Adaptable Learner
  • Effective Communication Skills
  • Effective Team Collaboration
  • Self-Motivated Professional
  • Soil health
  • Organic gardening
  • Time management
  • Garden design
  • Pest control
  • Plant propagation
  • Seasonal plant care
  • Plant selection

Certification

  • Permaculture design

Affiliations

  • Worked at a handful of businesses, one being hired to redesign landscape and work on maintenance. "The Way Station" in Fairfax, CA

Timeline

Gardening Center Associate

Chase Ace Hardware Garden & Gift Emporium
04.2023 - 02.2024

Garden Center Associate

Fairfax Lumber Ace Hardware
01.2022 - 03.2023

Bachelor of Science - Horticulture

Oregon State University
Neva Lisa Jurkovich