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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
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
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
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