Chelsea Johnson
North Vancouver
Summary
I am interested in securing a full-time position in a dynamic work environment. I would like to contribute my skills and abilities as a team player in a positive work environment that supports growth and opportunity.
Creative Landscaper willing to handle various landscaping duties in all weather conditions. Uses high degree of dexterity when handling tools and equipment. Works for sustained periods of time maintaining concentrated attention to detail.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaper
West Coast Lawns
North Vancouver
03.2025 - Current
- Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
- Inspected property for signs of damage or infestation from pests or weeds.
- Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
- Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
- Provided knowledgeable advice about plant selection for customers' landscapes.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
- Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
- Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
- Trimmed shrubbery and trees to help plants produce more flowers and fruit to benefit wildlife.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Applied mulch and burlap coverings to bushes and trees for winter.
- Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Provided customer service, addressing client concerns and ensuring satisfaction with completed projects.
- Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
- Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
- Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
Lead Landscaper
Great Canadian landscape company
North Vancouver
08.2022 - 12.2024
- Provided training, guidance and support to all team members.
- Managed inventory of tools, equipment, and supplies necessary for landscaping projects.
- Performed regular maintenance activities including mowing, edging, trimming shrubs and trees.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Applied mulch and burlap coverings to bushes and trees for winter.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Picked and chose new shrubs and plants according to bedding and sunlight.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
- Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
- Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
- Shoveled snow and spread salt on walkways and parking lots.
- Lawn care.
Landscape Foreman
Meridian Landscaping
Vancouver
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Organized and scheduled crews for efficient completion of projects.
- Provided direction to crew members to ensure safety regulations were followed.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining excellent customer service relations.
- Identified potential problems that could arise from existing landscape features and proposed solutions accordingly.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
- Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
Assistant Gardener
Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club
Vancouver
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Raked leaves and debris from lawns and planted beds; removed weeds by hand or with tools such as shovels or hoes.
- Followed safety protocols while operating gardening machinery including lawnmowers, trimmers, blowers.
- Maintained and monitored plants, trees, shrubs, flower beds and turf areas to ensure optimal health.
- Watered plants using hoses, sprinklers or irrigation systems to maintain adequate moisture levels in soil.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding garden maintenance services offered by the company.
- Conducted regular inspections of garden equipment to ensure proper functioning; performed minor repairs when possible.
- Trimmed hedges, bushes and trees to remove overgrown branches and improve shape.
- Organized plant material deliveries from nurseries; unloaded materials safely with a forklift or pallet jack.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
- Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
- Provided proper upkeep of planters, paved areas or other grounds features.
Landscaper
Get Growing
Richmond
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
- Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
- Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
- Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
- Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
Production Line and General Labourer
Lush Cosmetics
Vancouver
01.2016 - 03.2020
- Working at Lush Cosmetics, my department met the Christmas bonus requirements for two months in a row, proving that hard work does pay off.
- As a department, we were responsible to ensure that all products reached the store shelves in time.
- Followed all safety procedures when handling hazardous materials in the laboratory setting.
Optician and Sales
Iris Optical
Richmond
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Optician duties included providing prescription pre-testing: retinal photos, auto refraction test and visual field testing.
- Receptionist duties included customer appointment bookings.
- Repaired broken frames using specialty tools and equipment.
- Assisted customers with selecting frames and lenses that best suited their needs.
- Provided recommendations on eye care products including cleaning solutions and lens cases.
- Dispensed contact lenses upon completion of fitting process.
- Calculated measurements for eyewear using optical measuring devices.
- Adjusted eyewear for proper fit and comfort level.
- Ordered stock from suppliers based on customer orders.
- Conducted follow-up calls to ensure customer satisfaction with purchase.
- Greeted patients warmly upon arrival at office or store location.
Administration and Messenger
Wolverton Securities
Vancouver
01.2014 - 12.2016
- Administrative duties included certificate withdrawals, filing, certificate, DRS deposits, and bank deposits.
- As messenger, I would pick up and deliver certificates from transfer agents all over downtown Vancouver.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding delivery schedules and arrival times.
Optician and Sales
Spectrum Optometry
White Rock
01.2014 - 12.2014
- Maintained accurate records of all transactions in computer system.
- Repaired broken frames using specialty tools and equipment.
- Assisted customers with selecting frames and lenses that best suited their needs.
- Monitored patient progress while wearing new lenses or frames.
- Provided recommendations on eye care products including cleaning solutions and lens cases.
- Dispensed contact lenses upon completion of fitting process.
- Explained the benefits of various types of eyewear protection options such as anti-glare coating or UV protection.
- Calculated measurements for eyewear using optical measuring devices.
- Adjusted eyewear for proper fit and comfort level.
- Ordered stock from suppliers based on customer orders.
- Used hands, heat and tools to bend and shape frames to fit customer's face.
- Repaired and adjusted frames to meet customer needs.
- Visual field test, retinal photos.
- Ordered contact lenses.
- Help out with the receptionist duties.
- Took specific facial measurements, including optical centers of eyes, pupillary distance and temple length.
Office Assistant and Sales
Eyes in Motion Optical
White Rock
01.2013 - 12.2014
- Receptionist duties included opening and closing the shop.
- Managed inventory of office supplies and placed orders when needed.
- Maintained an organized filing system of paper documents and electronic files.
- Assisted with frame selection, lens measurements, and repairs of optical products.
- Assisted in fitting frames that were selected by customers while providing feedback on style choices.
- Kept up-to-date with industry trends in order to provide informed advice to clients.
- Processed payments from customers using a Point Of Sale system.
- Educated patients on proper care and handling of eyewear products.
- Maintained an organized inventory of frames and lenses on hand.
- Monitored stock levels of optical supplies for reordering purposes.
- Ordered new frames, lenses, and contact lenses when needed.
- Answered phone calls from potential customers inquiring about services offered by the practice.
- Cleaned and sterilized work surfaces before beginning each job.
- Scheduled appointments for eye exams with optometrists.
Clerk Cashier
Richmond Country Farms
Richmond
01.2011 - 12.2011
- Cashier
- Kept accurate records of sales transactions throughout the day.
- Processed returns quickly and accurately according to store policy.
- Maintained inventory of products to ensure adequate stock levels.
- Resolved any customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Greeted customers as they arrived at the market and provided them with product information.
- Promoted new products and special offers to increase sales volume.
Model
Hollister CO
Vancouver
12.2010 - 07.2011
- Greeting customers
- Dressing room
- Open and close clean of the entire store
- Helping customers at the cashier
- Folding and organizing all the clothes items
Education
Fashion Merchandising -
Blanche MacDonald
01.2013
High School Graduate -
Fraser Valley Adventist Academy
Aldergrove, BC01.2010
Skills
- Well organized
- Accountable
- Works with integrity
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to listen
- Ability to build rapport
- Demonstrated ability to make effective and efficient decisions
- Ability to stand for long periods of time
- Ability to lift 60lbs
- Landscape design
- Attention to detail
- Verbal and written communication
- Flexible and adaptable
Qualifications And Key Skills
- Well organized
- Accountable
- Works with integrity
- Strong communication skills, and sales skills
- Excellent customer service skills including ability to listen and build rapport
- Demonstrated ability to make effective and efficient decisions
- Able to stand for long periods of time
- Able to lift 45 lbs
Timeline
Landscaper
West Coast Lawns
03.2025 - Current
Lead Landscaper
Great Canadian landscape company
08.2022 - 12.2024
Landscape Foreman
Meridian Landscaping
10.2021 - 08.2022
Assistant Gardener
Shaughnessy Golf and Country Club
05.2021 - 10.2021
Landscaper
Get Growing
08.2020 - 12.2020
Production Line and General Labourer
Lush Cosmetics
01.2016 - 03.2020
Optician and Sales
Iris Optical
01.2016 - 12.2016
Administration and Messenger
Wolverton Securities
01.2014 - 12.2016
Optician and Sales
Spectrum Optometry
01.2014 - 12.2014
Office Assistant and Sales
Eyes in Motion Optical
01.2013 - 12.2014
Clerk Cashier
Richmond Country Farms
01.2011 - 12.2011
Model
Hollister CO
12.2010 - 07.2011
Fashion Merchandising -
Blanche MacDonald
High School Graduate -
Fraser Valley Adventist Academy