Conner Lahr
Lafayette
Summary
Horticulture and landscape design student with job site and educational experience. Strive to be detail oriented to deliver on well created landscapes and garden beds for clients, maintaining them as they mature. With a background in customer service always thinking on how to give customers and clients a memorable experience.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Worker
Zebra Landscape And Tree Care
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Installed landscapes from start to finish by clearing existing vegetation, leveling the site, and then bringing in new material.
- Installed herbaceous and woody perennials in landscapes for commercial and residential.
- Mulched brand new and pre-existing garden beds to maintain their health.
- Performed weekly maintenance on clients properties to maintain plantings and achieve the desired look.
- Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts, and wheelbarrows.
- Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers.
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
Barista Trainer
Starbucks
08.2021 - Current
- Elevated customer loyalty by using strong communication abilities to resolve customer problems.
- Customized training strategies based on individual barista knowledge, experience, and strengths.
- Trained new team members with positive reinforcement and respectful, encouraging coaching.
- Trained new employees in groups and in one-on-one scenarios.
- Taught proper procedures and strategies for success to new employees.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
Education
Bachelor's - Horticulture
Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN12-2026
Associates - General Studies
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana
Lafayette, IN05-2022
Skills
- Plant handling and care experience
- Understanding of landscape design principles and applications
- Machine operation experience, including forklifts and skid steers
- Job site organization and planning
- Experience in seasonal landscape tasks
- Leadership experience
Timeline
Landscape Worker
Zebra Landscape And Tree Care
05.2025 - 09.2025
Barista Trainer
Starbucks
08.2021 - Current
Bachelor's - Horticulture
Purdue University
Associates - General Studies
Ivy Tech Community College of Indiana