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Valentine Amartey

New York,NY

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented Foreman at Cory Murphy Design, skilled in crew leadership and strategic decision-making. Successfully coordinated projects, ensuring timely completion and high-quality workmanship. Proven ability to enhance garden aesthetics through effective communication and proactive problem-solving, while maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

Good driver, clean drivers license.

Excellent plant knowledge and selection skills.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Foreman

Cory Murphy Design
New York, NY
03.2014 - Current

Garden/Terrace Maintenance.

Training new employees.

Nursery Runs. Plant selection and installation.

Coordinating Projects between clients, house staff, irrigation specialists, and building Supervisors.

Maintaining a safe clean work environment

Truck maintenance

Addressing solving issues proactively

Ensuring timely completion of projects to a high standard of workmanship across all projects.

Freelance Gardener

Valentine Amartey
New York
2013 - Current
  • My gardens are mostly located in the Clinton Hill area of Brooklyn
  • Work closely with clients to access their individual needs
  • Perform fall and spring cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas.
  • Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
  • Plant and cultivate by preparing soil and watering and fertilizing plants for thriving and healthy results.

Crew Member

Jane Gil Horticulture
New York
03.2005 - 12.2010

Mostly working on large estates in Riverdale Bronx

  • Performed fall and spring cleanup to clear brush and debris from landscaped areas.
  • Planted and cultivated by preparing soil and watering and fertilizing plants for thriving and healthy results.
  • Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
  • Maintained healthy gardens by timely pruning, fertilizing, mulching, and pest control measures.
  • Maintained gardening tools and equipment by sharpening and cleaning tools to keep in good working condition.
  • Contributed to a safe working environment by adhering to company safety protocols and maintaining well-organized workspaces.
  • Streamlined garden maintenance procedures, reducing time spent on routine tasks while increasing overall garden quality.

Education

Booth Lane College
Northampton England
04-1990

Skills

  • Crew leadership
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Strategic decision-making
  • Effective communication

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Foreman

Cory Murphy Design
03.2014 - Current

Crew Member

Jane Gil Horticulture
03.2005 - 12.2010

Freelance Gardener

Valentine Amartey
2013 - Current

Booth Lane College