Gardening Assistant
summerwinds nursery
Campbell, Santa Clara, Sunnyvale
01.2006 - Current
- Created lesson plans that were age-appropriate while promoting physical, emotional, cognitive and social growth.
- Managed inventory of supplies including ordering, stocking shelves and organizing storage areas.
- Provided guidance on proper hygiene habits such as hand washing or toileting practices.
- Ensured appropriate use of materials, equipment, supplies within the classroom setting.
- Identified pests or diseases affecting plants and applied appropriate treatments.
- Assisted in the planting of various trees, shrubs, and flowers.
- Instructed clients on proper care of their gardens after completion of work.
- Maintained flower beds and lawns by weeding, mulching, pruning, and trimming plants.
- Recommended suitable plants based on location conditions such as sunlight and water availability.
- Observed safety precautions while performing tasks to prevent accidents or injuries.
- Planted annuals and perennials in designated areas following established design plans.
- Maintained accurate records of all services rendered including client information and payments received.
- Applied fertilizers according to specifications provided by horticulturists.
- Constructed trellises, arbors, fences, or other structures as needed.
- Provided guidance on proper watering techniques for different types of plants.
- Organized gardening materials in a neat manner in the tool shed and storage area.
- Prepared estimates for labor costs associated with gardening projects.
- Inspected irrigation systems for proper functioning and made necessary repairs when required.
- Raked leaves, collected debris, and removed weeds from garden areas.
- Identified and treated pests and diseases affecting plants.
- Repaired damaged walkways or patios using appropriate materials.
- Operated power tools such as mowers, edgers, blowers, trimmers.
- Performed soil tests to determine nutrient content levels needed for optimal plant health.
- Responded promptly to customer inquiries regarding gardening services offered.
- Collaborated with landscaping team members to ensure successful project completion.
- Transported tools, equipment, and supplies to job sites as needed.
- Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
- Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
- Built or maintained greenhouses, fences or benches,
- Winterized irrigation systems and restarted systems in spring.
- Adjusted amount of water consumption using irrigation methods to prevent waste.
- Maintained artificial turf by vacuuming and disinfecting after use to prevent harmful bacteria growth.
- Advised customers on plant, flower or shrubbery care.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
- Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.
- Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
- Shoveled snow and spread salt on walkways and parking lots.
- Cared for artificial turf fields, periodically removing turf and replacing cushioning pads.
- Set support stakes and attached wires from planted trees.
- Maintained or repaired tools or equipment for safety and longevity.
- Decorated gardens, paths and beds with stones or plants.