Shannon Palmer
Mississauga,ON
Summary
Hardworking and passionate horticulturist with reliable knowledge of plants and IPM. Offering experience, a positive attitude, enthusiasm, and strong leadership skills. Highly organized, proactive, and punctual, with a team-oriented mentality.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Gardener
Glen Abbey Golf Club
Oakville
07.2024 - Current
- Managed upkeep of gardens and planters through planting, edging, and regular weeding.
- Selected plants for garden designs and seasonal planters with careful consideration of environmental factors.
Benefits Advisor
Globe Life AIL Division: SKW Organization
Remote
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Provided personalized recommendations for clients regarding insurance policies to protect their families
- Identify gaps in current coverage to make appropriate recommendations
- Making calls, booking appointments
Landscape Maintenance
G. Edick and Sons Landscape Contractors
Mississauga, Canada
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity
- Maintained commercial and residential landscapes to the highest standard
- Maintained grounds by trimming, mowing, edging, weeding, and general clean-up
- Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees, bushes and seasonal planters
Landscape Maintenance
Clintar Landscape Management
Etobicoke, Canada
06.2021 - 11.2021
- Maintained various properties, including Sherway Gardens, Sunnybrook Hospital and Humber River Hospital
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health
- Planted bulbs, shrubs, trees, flowers and seasonal planters to enhance the environment
- Employee of the Month
Garden Supply Sales Supervisor
Sheridan Nurseries Ltd.
Mississauga
04.2010 - 06.2021
- Performed opening and closing duties as Manager on Duty
- Responsible for leading, training and scheduling staff
- Obtained multiple Brand Ambassador/Service Star awards
- Conducted various educational seminars
- Diagnosed pest and disease problems on plants and recommended appropriate solutions
- Sales and cash handling
- Sourced product while ensuring accurate inventory, quoted and pulled orders
Education
LLQP- Life Insurance License -
Durham College
Oshawa, ON02.2024
Diploma - Horticulture
University of Guelph
Guelph, ON03.2022
441C- Horticultural Technician- Journeyperson -
Ontario College Of Trades
Toronto, ON10.2018
Apprenticeship - Horticulture
Humber College
Toronto, ON03.2016
Skills
- Employee Supervision/Leadership
- Jobsite Safety
- Plant Knowledge
- Responsible and Punctual
- Strong Communication Skills
- Time Management
- Strong Work Ethic
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Team Collaboration
- Customer Service
- Weather Tolerance
- Lawn and Grounds Maintenance
Timeline
Gardener
Glen Abbey Golf Club
07.2024 - Current
Benefits Advisor
Globe Life AIL Division: SKW Organization
01.2024 - 06.2024
Landscape Maintenance
G. Edick and Sons Landscape Contractors
04.2022 - 11.2023
Landscape Maintenance
Clintar Landscape Management
06.2021 - 11.2021
Garden Supply Sales Supervisor
Sheridan Nurseries Ltd.
04.2010 - 06.2021
LLQP- Life Insurance License -
Durham College
Diploma - Horticulture
University of Guelph
441C- Horticultural Technician- Journeyperson -
Ontario College Of Trades
Apprenticeship - Horticulture
Humber College
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