HUNTER ROOK
Liberty
Summary
Dynamic landscaper with a strong work ethic and proven expertise at Hardins Landscaping. Skilled in sustainable landscaping and effective communication, I excel in enhancing plant health and property aesthetics. My attention to detail and problem-solving abilities ensure high-quality results, while my proficiency in equipment operation guarantees efficient project execution.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaper
Hardins Landscaping
Liberty
05.2021 - 09.2025
- Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
- Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
- Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
- Repaired walkways with pavers or concrete blocks when needed.
- Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
- Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
- Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
- Laid sod on prepared surfaces for a finished look of the landscape design.
- Inspected property for signs of damage or infestation from pests or weeds.
- Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
- Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Trimmed shrubbery and trees to help plants produce more flowers and fruit to benefit wildlife.
- Applied mulch and burlap coverings to bushes and trees for winter.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
- Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
- Utilized automatic sprayers to mix and spray fertilizers and herbicides onto grass and trees.
- Performed erosion control measures to protect landscape features and surrounding areas.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.
- Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
- Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
- Provided proper upkeep of planters, paved areas or other grounds features.
Education
Bachelor's - chemical engineering
NC A&T University
05.2025
Associate in Applied Sciences -
Randolph Community College
05.2020
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
PROVIDENCE GROVE HIGH SCHOOL
06.2018
Skills
- Quality of tools for problem solving
- RCCM
- Polymer engineering
- Chemical engineering
- P&ID blueprint reading
- Analytical skills
- Attention to detail
- Safety
- Effective working
- MATLAB
- C
- Microsoft Office
- Aspen Plus
- Troubleshooting
- Designs
- Calculations
- Quality communications
- Project management
- Chemical analysis
- Data analysis
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Project presentation
- Sustainable landscaping
- Planting flowers and bushes
- Plant health assessment
- Chemical application
- Pruning skills
- Weeding and edging
- Landscape equipment operation
- Lawn care
- Tree and shrub planting
- Flower pruning and watering
- Maintaining equipment
- Responsible and punctual
- Garden maintenance
- Pesticide applications
- Planting
- Strong work ethic
- Flexible and adaptable
- Using hand tools
- Machine safety practices
- Trimming and weeding
- Mulching gardens
- Trimming and edging flower beds
- Yard mowing
- Business Planning
- Advanced Planning Systems
- Battery Research
- Three Pillar Management Skills
Activities
I have volunteered for many fundraising events and multiple summer jobs to help people out. These opportunities have given me skills in business planning, technical problem solving, strategic planning, and understanding of advanced planning systems. Through lab experience I have researched and provided presentations on battery manufacturing and the effects of it. With lab experience I have developed 3 pillar management skills to assist in effective management.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Landscaper
Hardins Landscaping
05.2021 - 09.2025
Bachelor's - chemical engineering
NC A&T University
Associate in Applied Sciences -
Randolph Community College
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
PROVIDENCE GROVE HIGH SCHOOL
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