Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Languages
Interests
Timeline
Generic

Ava Griffith

Santa Cruz

Summary

Experience working with a wide range of plants, taken classes that include Horticulture, AP Biology, Ap Calculus, Ap Environmental Science and Ap Physics 1. Have installed multiple types of irrigation including drip and sprinkler, while implementing techniques such as Integrated pest management. Offering dedication in a hands on environment with strong time management and problem solving skills.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Orchard Worker- Summer

Johnathan J Griffith
06.2025 - 08.2025
  • Pruned orchard trees by shortening or removing upper limbs and removing long shoots in center and tops of trees.
  • Ensured cleanliness of workspaces by regularly disposing of waste materials and sanitizing tools as needed.
  • Removed brush, fallen fruit and trash to maintain clean and safe orchard.
  • Assisted with the planting process, ensuring proper spacing and depth for optimal tree growth and fruit production.
  • Conducted regular inspections of orchard conditions to identify potential issues or areas in need of improvement.
  • Improved pest management practices for healthier trees and increased crop yield.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, identifying potential issues within the orchard and implementing appropriate solutions in a timely manner.
  • Assisted with maintenance and installation of irrigation equipment.
  • Used effective weed control methods, promoting plant growth.
  • Regulated watering and fertilizing to avoid waste while nurturing plants.
  • Managed wide variety of plants, from seedlings to mature specimens, keeping soils and planting beds healthy and conducive for growth.
  • Mulched and composted soil to appropriately vary soil conditions depending on specific plant needs.


Walgreens Student Worker

Walgreens
03.2025 - 04.2025
  • Took and followed detailed directions from others.
  • Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
  • Maintained tidy and organized environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.

Volunteer

Butte Environmental Counsel
09.2023 - 10.2023
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • planted trees in a community being built to give homes to the homeless.
  • Local environmental clean up.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

University of California, Santa Cruz
Santa Cruz, CA
06-2029

High School Diploma -

Chico High School
Chico, CA
06-2025

Skills

  • Planting techniques

  • Disease identification

  • Soil preparation

  • Team communications

  • Health and safety procedures

  • Irrigation systems

  • Fertilizer application

  • Pest management

  • Horticulture experience

  • Pipetting

  • cell culture

  • Attention to detail

Accomplishments

I have received the Chapter Greenthumb award from the chico FFA in 2024, competed in a soil science team and won awards in the state competition at Cal Poly SLO, competed in an agronomy team and won awards at multiple different competitions including at UC Davis and Cal state Fresno. I have also earned the Ap Scholar with Honer award.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary

Interests

  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
  • Participating in local clean-up initiatives
  • Baking
  • Gardening
  • Hiking
  • Animal Care
  • Aquascaping
  • Implementing the nitrogen cycle on aquariums

Timeline

Orchard Worker- Summer

Johnathan J Griffith
06.2025 - 08.2025

Walgreens Student Worker

Walgreens
03.2025 - 04.2025

Volunteer

Butte Environmental Counsel
09.2023 - 10.2023

Bachelor of Science - Microbiology

University of California, Santa Cruz

High School Diploma -

Chico High School

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Ava Griffith