Angel Martinez
Long Beach
Summary
Dedicated landscape groundskeeper with expertise in irrigation management and landscape maintenance. Committed to enhancing aesthetics while ensuring safety and compliance across all projects.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Groundskeeper
Santa Anita Race Track
Arcadia
10.2021 - Current
- Maintained landscape aesthetics through regular mowing and trimming of grass areas.
- Operated various landscaping tools, including blowers, edgers, and trimmers effectively.
- Planted flowers, shrubs, and trees to enhance visual appeal of grounds.
- Monitored irrigation systems for efficiency and proper water distribution across grounds.
- Cleared debris from grounds to ensure safe and clean environments for visitors.
- Collaborated with team members to execute seasonal landscape projects efficiently.
- Identified and addressed pest issues to maintain plant health across the facility.
- Followed safety protocols while performing landscaping tasks to prevent accidents onsite.
- Performed minor repairs to irrigation systems, sprinklers, and other landscaping tools.
- Pruned trees and trimmed bushes and hedges to keep grounds neat and inviting.
- Operated various equipment such as tractors, lawnmowers, hedge trimmers, and leaf blowers.
- Installed retaining walls, fences, and decks to enhance landscape functionality.
- Conducted regular inspections of all plant material ensuring health standards are being met.
- Provided guidance to junior staff members regarding maintenance activities.
- Monitored the condition of turf areas to identify problems or potential problems associated with insects or diseases.
- Prepared soil for planting by tilling or adding compost or fertilizer.
- Assisted in planning new landscaping projects including designing flower beds and selecting plants that are appropriate for the area's climate conditions.
- Created weed control plans for turfgrass areas using hand-pulling techniques and chemical herbicides.
- Adjusted water flow rates through irrigation systems based on seasonal changes in temperature or precipitation levels.
- Managed emergency responses to weather events like flooding or high winds to protect landscaped areas from damage.
Education
High School Diploma -
Villa Park High School
18042 Taft Ave. Villa Park Ca,9286106-2020
Skills
- Landscape maintenance
- Irrigation management
- Turf maintenance
- Lawn care
- Planting techniques
- Pest control
- Weed management
- Weed removal
- Soil preparation
- Fertilizer application
- Tree care practices
- Equipment operation
- Light equipment operation
- Hand tools proficiency
- Debris management
- Safety compliance
- Groundskeeping safety
- Seasonal adaptation
- Project planning
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Maintenance management
- Maintenance management
Affiliations
- Volunteer, United Methodist Church, Long Beach Ca,90805
Timeline
Landscape Groundskeeper
Santa Anita Race Track
10.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Villa Park High School