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Abigail Radske

Abigail Radske

Victoria,BC

Summary

Dedicated gardener with two years of experience working in the field of landscape horticulture, along with a completed degree in Environmental Science and the pending completion of the Landscape Horticulturist Apprenticeship Level 1. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges and eager to continue to gain knowledge and practice in the field of horticulture. Adaptable and driven, with strong work ethic and ability to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Seasonal Gardener

The Butchart Gardens
Victoria, BC
03.2023 - Current
  • Cared for grounds by mulching, aerating and edging around flower beds and walkways.
  • Planted bulbs, flowers, shrubs and trees to enhance environment.
  • Performed transplanting, cultivating, trimming, fertilization and pruning tasks.
  • Adhered to watering schedule to keep plants healthy and well-maintained.

Residential Gardener

Gardens Dunn
Victoria, BC
11.2021 - 02.2023
  • Maintained gardens and grounds of private properties, ensuring proper care of trees, shrubs, flowers, and turf.
  • Planned and planted flower beds and borders according to customer requirements.
  • Identified and removed invasive plant species such as Purple Loosestrife And March plume thistle.

Seasonal Ecological Technician

Premier Tech Horticulture
Carrot River, SK
04.2021 - 10.2021
  • Traveled to various sites to ground truth old logging roads. Collected ecological data on forest composition and tree density. Documented drainage types.
  • Performed weekly water sampling; measured pH, conductivity, dissolved oxygen, flow.
  • Provided information to government representatives, employers and general public groups on issues of public health, environmental protection and workplace safety.

Head Customer Service Representative

GoodLife Fitness
Ottawa, ON
10.2017 - 04.2021
  • Provided outstanding service to new and long-standing customers by attending closely to concerns and developing solutions.
  • Input client information into spreadsheets and company database to provide leaders with quick access to essential client data.
  • Trained new employees on company customer service policies and service level standards.

Education

Apprenticeship Program - Level 1 Landscape Horticulturist

Pacific Horticulture College
Victoria, BC
05-2024

Bachelor of Science - Honours Environmental Science

University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON
04.2021

Skills

  • Plant ID
  • Fertilizing beds
  • Pruning
  • Mulching gardens
  • Trimming and edging flower beds
  • Seasonal Planting
  • Landscaping Equipment Operation
  • Knowledge in Botany & Soil Science
  • Microsoft Excel, Word, Powerpoint

Certification

  • Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
  • MED Domestic Vessel Safety (DVS)
  • Basic Marine First Aid
  • Standard First Aid
  • SKGABC Assistant Overnight Guide
  • Paddle Canada Sea Kayak Skills Level 2
  • Bear Awareness
  • Class 5 BC Drivers License
  • Pleasure Craft Operator Card

Timeline

Seasonal Gardener

The Butchart Gardens
03.2023 - Current

Residential Gardener

Gardens Dunn
11.2021 - 02.2023

Seasonal Ecological Technician

Premier Tech Horticulture
04.2021 - 10.2021

Head Customer Service Representative

GoodLife Fitness
10.2017 - 04.2021

Apprenticeship Program - Level 1 Landscape Horticulturist

Pacific Horticulture College

Bachelor of Science - Honours Environmental Science

University of Ottawa
Abigail Radske