Jose Manuel Pedroza
Douglas
Summary
At Parkland Tree Farm & Nursery, I excelled in enhancing plant health and aesthetics through expert landscape design and nursery management, demonstrating strong team collaboration and a knack for efficient water and pest control. My proactive approach resulted in significant improvements in plant care efficiency and customer satisfaction, leveraging my skills in soil management and customer assistance.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Horticultural Assistant
Parkland Tree Farm & Nursery
02.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow horticulture team members to ensure timely completion of tasks and maintenance schedules.
- Maintained accurate records of plant care, treatments, and inventory for streamlined operations and informed decisionmaking.
- Enhanced plant growth by implementing proper pruning techniques and optimal fertilization methods.
- Monitored weather conditions closely to adjust irrigation schedules appropriately minimize water waste.
- Implemented integrated pest management strategies to minimize chemical use while effectively controlling unwanted organisms.
- Established efficient irrigation systems to optimize water usage while maintaining healthy plant growth.
- Assisted in the design and installation of various landscape projects, resulting in improved aesthetic appeal and functionality.
- Increased overall garden health through regular monitoring and treatment of pests and diseases.
- Unloaded plants and nursery items from delivery trucks.
- Conducted regular soil tests to monitor nutrient levels, informing appropriate amendments as needed for optimal plant health.
- Transplanted seedlings and young plants to promote growth and prepare plants for sale or transfer to other locations.
- Water, pruned and groomed plants and trees to maintain health and attractiveness.
- Mulched gardens, placed sod, and adjusted soils to provide optimal growth potential.
- Inspected plants to identify for signs of disease or infestation and address problems early.
- Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees, and grass.
- Answered questions and provided information regarding plants and care to help customers make informed decisions.
- Planted, cultivated and harvested various types of trees, shrubs, and plants.
- Diagnosed and treated pest and disease problems in plants, shrubs and trees.
Education
GED -
Douglas High School
1500 E 15th St, Douglas, AZ 85607Skills
- Garden maintenance
- Indoor plant care
- Weed management
- Nursery management
- Landscape design
- Soil management
- Irrigation systems
- Fertilizer application
- Pest control
- Seed germination
- Cleaning and sanitization
- Customer assistance
- Heavy lifting
- Team collaboration
- Plant care and maintenance
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Horticultural Assistant
Parkland Tree Farm & Nursery
02.2023 - Current
GED -
Douglas High School
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