Baylee M. Riester
Mishawaka
Summary
To continue my experience working in horticulture and to further my knowledge in plant science, my field of study at Purdue.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Leader
The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation
05.2021 - Current
- Identified varieties and selected tools for the installation of the Educators Orchard in Mishawaka, Indiana
- Organized an event to plant fruit trees at Hums Elementary School
Landscape Staff Seasonal Team Leader
Mishawaka Parks Department
Mishawaka
06.2019 - 01.2023
- Maintained flower beds at 26 parks, including botanical gardens, municipal buildings, and traffic islands to keep them appealing
- Created a landscape plan with ornamental plants for garden beds during the spring and summer at multiple locations
- Managed a full crew in the landscape manager's absence
- Supervised a small crew while maintaining 7 specific locations around the city
- Educated crew members about landscaping skills
- Selected and maintained annuals and woody perennials to enhance the uniqueness of city parks
- Operated snow removal equipment to maintain safety and accessibility on roadways and parking lots
Intern/Seasonal Staff
Wachtel Tree Science
Merton
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Executed large-scale tree removal and cleanup operations using heavy machinery, enhancing site safety and aesthetics
- Managed client tree health through effective limb clearance, structural pruning, and removal of dead limbs, ensuring optimal tree vitality
- Assisted tree-climbing staff and enforced safety practices during debris removal, contributing to a safer work environment
- Applied pesticides to provide preventative and treatment care options
- Aided with the sales and consulting teams to create maintenance plans for tree care
Education
Bachelor of Science - Plant Science, Horticulture
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN12-2023
Skills
- Crew supervision
- Project planning
- Landscape design
- Tree maintenance
- Pest management
- Event organization
Community Service
The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation, Team Leader, 05/21, Present, Identified varieties and selected tools for the installation of the Educators Orchard in Mishawaka, Indiana, Organized an event to plant fruit trees at Hums Elementary School
Collegiate Involvement
- College of Agriculture, Mickelbart Laboratory, Undergraduate Research Assistant, 01/22, 05/22, Investigated impacts of leaf anatomy on yield stability in different maize genotypes under the supervision of a graduate researcher, Quantified anatomical traits of maize genotypes that show differences in yield when under drought stress
- College of Agriculture, Zhou Laboratory, Undergraduate Research Assistant, 08/22, Present, Initiated an independent project to understand cell growth and proliferation with plant Ceratopteris in response to phytohormone, environmental signals, and mechanical perturbations
Timeline
Intern/Seasonal Staff
Wachtel Tree Science
05.2022 - 07.2022
Team Leader
The Fruit Tree Planting Foundation
05.2021 - Current
Landscape Staff Seasonal Team Leader
Mishawaka Parks Department
06.2019 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Plant Science, Horticulture
Purdue University