Chantale Snelling
Langley,British Columbia
Summary
Hardworking, organized Groundskeeper with excellent skills in horticulture and landscaping. Successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Collaborative leadership skills with dedication to partnering with co-workers to promote a positive and engaged work culture.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Groundskeeper 2
City Of Surrey
07.2022 - Current
- Planting plans for garden restauration projects.
- Organizing duties for small crews for large maintenance projects at the park.
- Communicating with contractors to complete small jobs.
- Irrigation repair.
- Planning and executing seasonal displays in horticultural beds and pots in 'A' class parks and City Hall.
- Turf grass maintenance including mowing and repair.
- Snow and ice control.
- Litter and refuse removal.
- Maintenance of traffic circles and medians.
- Communicating with the public and organizers for city events.
- Maintaining small equipment and using various tools and equipment to prune and care for plant material in accordance with best management practices.
Parks Seasonal Laborer
City Of Surrey
05.2021 - 07.2022
- Maintaining Horticulture beds, traffic circles and medians throughout the city.
- Planting annuals at park gardens and facilities.
- Maintaining litter and refuse.
- Weeding, mulching, trimming and pruning plants and shrubs.
- Mowing grass and line trimming.
- Directed community members how to contact advice from the city as needed.
- Follow proper equipment operation and maintenance procedures.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
Salon Owner/Operator
Pizazz Hair Design
12.2002 - 12.2020
- Conducted hiring, training, onboarding and scheduling of all new staff consisting of 15 employees on average.
- Managed purchasing, sales, and customer account operations efficiently.
- Handled problematic customers to maintain excellent customer service.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions and purchasing, to handle financial needs.
- Put together realistic budgets to maintain successful business operations.
- Organized and attended trade shows to network with other businesses, maintain relationships with suppliers and attract new customers.
Education
DIPLOMA IN LANDSCAPE TECHNOLOGIES - Horticulture
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
Langley, BC12.2021
High School Diploma -
Lord Tweedsmuir
Surrey, BC06.1995
Skills
- Problem Resolution
- Multitasking Abilities
- Organization
- Decision-Making
- Self-Directed
- Public Relations
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Dependable and Responsible
Languages
English
Certification
- Pesticide applicators license
- WHMIS
- BCMSA Chainsaw Safety
- BCMSA Traffic Control Planning and Layout
- Occupational First Aid Level 1
- Forklift Certified
Timeline
Groundskeeper 2
City Of Surrey
07.2022 - Current
Parks Seasonal Laborer
City Of Surrey
05.2021 - 07.2022
Salon Owner/Operator
Pizazz Hair Design
12.2002 - 12.2020
DIPLOMA IN LANDSCAPE TECHNOLOGIES - Horticulture
Kwantlen Polytechnic University
High School Diploma -
Lord Tweedsmuir
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