My interests include growing and planting flowers Beach walks, music and animals I also do quite a bit of reading
Susan Bishop
Port Angeles
Summary
Talented groundskeeper with advanced knowledge of grounds maintenance. Conscientious and meticulous with high attention to detail. Problem solving. Safety orientated. Strong knowledge of equipment operation. Very knowledgeable of native plants.
Honest, dependable and hardworking.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Caretaker, Kah Tai Nature Park
City of Port Townsend
Port Townsend, WA
02.2024 - 11.2025
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of public facilities.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with city regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify maintenance needs and report issues.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance operational efficiency during events.
- Grounds maintenance.
Grounds Maintenance Worker
City of Port Townsend
Port Townsend, WA
05.2023 - 11.2025
- This was a nine month seasonal position that I had for three years. My contact person was Michael Todd, Manager of Port Townsend Parks and Recreation. His phone number is 360-531-4382.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain parks and public spaces.
- Conducted routine inspections of grounds to identify maintenance needs.
- Planting, pruning, and fertilizing trees and shrubs.
- Implemented seasonal flower bed designs to enhance aesthetic appeal.
- Trained new staff on safety protocols and equipment operation procedures.
- Developed efficient schedules for regular maintenance tasks and projects.
- Operated mowers, electric clippers, line trimmers, small chainsaws, blowers and edgers and maintained fresh and groomed grounds for guest enjoyment.
- Enhanced landscape appearance by trimming trees, bushes, and hedges.
- Provided excellent customer service when interacting with visitors on-site.
- Preserved facility cleanliness with routine restroom cleaning, trash removal and litter control efforts.
- Evaluated grounds conditions regularly to identify potential issues requiring attention or improvement efforts.
- Maintained a green house where I propagated new plants
Grounds Maintenance Landscaper
Fort Worden PDA/Hospitality
Port Townsend, WA
05.2018 - 06.2022
- Responded promptly to maintenance requests, prioritizing efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Utilized hand tools and power equipment for repairs and upkeep of outdoor spaces and buildings.
- Preserved property safety by removing hazardous tree limbs, leaves, and other debris from walkways and driveways.
- Refreshed planting areas by removing old mulch, weeds, and debris before adding fresh materials for improved soil health and plant growth.
- Performed seasonal cleanups including leaf removal, gutter cleaning, and winterizing garden beds for optimal year-round maintenance results.
- Enhanced curb appeal by carefully pruning trees, shrubs, and hedges on campus
- Mowed lawns and grounds, parade field using self-propelled and riding mowers.
- Implemented seasonal planting strategies to enhance aesthetic appeal of outdoor spaces.
Recycling Plant Manager
Bayshore Enterprises
Port Townsend, WA
04.1985 - 09.1991
- This was a Developmental Disability work site. I supervised 5 crew members and 15 disabled adults.
- Trained people on how to process the materials we collected from businesses and residential recycling programs.
- Developed and enforced safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Managed inventory. Sending and receiving.
- Processed recycling using balers, sorters, can smashers, lift trucks, fork trucks, garbage compactor truck.
- Loaded semis using fork truck, hauled processed recyclables to market in flat bed lift truck.
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees.
Head Park Aide
Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission
Old Fort Townsend, Port Townsend Washington
04.1980 - 09.1984
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of park facilities and grounds.
- Assisted in organizing recreational programs and events for visitors.
- Provided information to park visitors about rules, regulations, and activities.
- Cleaned restrooms, picked up litter and emptied trash throughout park.
- Mowed, trimmed, edged grounds. Planted flower plants and shrubs.
- Cleared trails cutting back brush and removing unwanted debris.
- Collected park fees from campers.
Education
Certificate of Law Enforcement - Law Enforcement
Everett Community College
Everett, WA03-1984
High School Diploma -
Port Townsend High
Port Townsend, WA06-1978
Skills
- Lawn and grounds maintenance
- Operating mowers and tractors
- Dedicated work ethic
- Customer service
- Lawn maintenance
- Using hand tools
- Effective communication
- Repairs and maintenance
- Flexible schedule
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Trash disposal
- Customer service and assistance
- Weeding gardens
- Hand tool expertise
- Equipment maintenance
- Hedge and bush trimming
- Site safety
- Adaptability and dependability
- Tree trimming and cutting branches
- Safety compliance
- Greenhouse operations
- Watering lawns and trees
- Plant identification
- Inclement weather tolerance
- Planting flowers and bushes
- Seasonal planting
- Fertilizing
- Transplanting and potting plants
- Soil preparation
- Hand and power tools
- Safety training
- Native plant knowledge
- Recycling practices
Interests
Timeline
Caretaker, Kah Tai Nature Park
City of Port Townsend
02.2024 - 11.2025
Grounds Maintenance Worker
City of Port Townsend
05.2023 - 11.2025
Grounds Maintenance Landscaper
Fort Worden PDA/Hospitality
05.2018 - 06.2022
Recycling Plant Manager
Bayshore Enterprises
04.1985 - 09.1991
Head Park Aide
Washington State Parks & Recreation Commission
04.1980 - 09.1984
Certificate of Law Enforcement - Law Enforcement
Everett Community College
High School Diploma -
Port Townsend High