Ryan Burger
Summary
Punctual Groundskeeper with many years of hands-on experience maintaining grounds for various facilities. Skilled in trimming trees and hedges, disposing of litter, and garbage and fertilizing lawn. In-depth knowledge of job-related tools and equipment operations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Groundskeeper
Washington County Board of Education
Jonesborough
03.2021 - Current
- Maintained school grounds through regular mowing, trimming, and landscaping activities.
- Cleared debris and litter from pathways, fields, and playgrounds daily.
- Assisted with setup and takedown for school events and activities on campus.
- Line athletic fields for high schools baseball, softball, football, and soccer games.
- Operated grounds maintenance equipment like mowers, trimmers, and blowers safely.
- Conducted routine inspections of facilities to ensure cleanliness and safety standards.
- Collaborated with staff to develop schedules for seasonal maintenance tasks.
- Trained new team members on proper equipment use and safety protocols.
- Operated mowers, tractors, and other equipment in a safe manner.
- Used heavy equipment, mowers and trimmers safely to prevent accidents.
- Removed debris and trash from surrounding areas and disposed of recyclable materials properly.
- Trimmed trees, shrubs, and hedges using hand tools such as shears and pruners.
- Assisted with landscaping projects such as laying sod or planting trees.
- Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
- Inspected lawns for weeds, pests, or other signs of damage.
- Repaired irrigation systems, including valves, sprinklers, and pipes.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to regulations.
- Planted grass seed in areas of bare soil or where needed.
- Conducted regular inspections and maintenance of groundskeeping equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Tracked and reported on grounds maintenance activities and expenses.
- Provided recommendations for landscape improvements and enhancements.
- Managed irrigation systems, including scheduling, repairs, and adjustments for optimal water usage.
- Cared for artificial turf fields, periodically removing turf and replacing cushioning pads.
- TN Department of Agriculture Commercial Spray license holder.
- Operated towing motor and unloaded freight off of trucks in warehouse.
Special Education Job Coach
Washington County Board of Education
Jonesborough
08.2018 - 02.2021
- Assisted students in developing job readiness skills through hands-on training.
- Facilitated workshops on resume writing and interview techniques for job seekers.
- Coordinated with local businesses to create internship opportunities for students.
Assistant Greenskeeper
Blackthorn Golf Club
Jonesborough
05.2019 - 07.2020
- Maintained golf course turf by mowing, aerating, and watering greens.
- Assisted in the application of fertilizers and pesticides for optimal lawn health.
- Collaborated with team to set up and manage course equipment and tools.
Assistant Greenskeeper
Elizabethton Golf Course
Elizabethton
04.2018 - 08.2018
- Maintained golf course turf by mowing, aerating, and watering greens.
- Assisted in the application of fertilizers and pesticides for optimal lawn health.
- Collaborated with team to set up and manage course equipment and tools.
Groundsman
City of Johnson City, Tennessee
Johnson City
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Maintained city parks and green spaces through regular landscaping and upkeep.
- Operated landscape maintenance equipment for efficient grounds management.
- Assisted in planting and caring for trees, shrubs, and flowers across public areas.
- Lined athletic fields for baseball and softball games.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Emory And Henry College
Emory , VASkills
- Grounds maintenance
- Landscape management
- Equipment operation
- Pest control application
Certification
- Tn Department of Agriculture Coomercial Spray License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Groundskeeper
Washington County Board of Education
03.2021 - Current
Assistant Greenskeeper
Blackthorn Golf Club
05.2019 - 07.2020
Special Education Job Coach
Washington County Board of Education
08.2018 - 02.2021
Assistant Greenskeeper
Elizabethton Golf Course
04.2018 - 08.2018
Groundsman
City of Johnson City, Tennessee
01.2017 - 04.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Education
Emory And Henry College