Gracee Sturgis
Bloomfield
Summary
Versatile professional with extensive experience in landscape maintenance and labor. Known for effective heavy lifting, teamwork, and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Aiming to leverage expertise in lawn care and personalized service to enhance customer satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaper
Independent/self
Greene County, IN
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted community members with independent landscaping projects after leaving company employment. Provided affordable landscaping services to neighbors seeking quality work without high prices. Supported local residents by delivering personalized landscaping solutions tailored to their needs.
- Cultivated a network of stellar references through successful project execution.
- Enhanced customer service and interpersonal skills through independent work experiences.
Lawn Care-General Labor
Nolan’s Lawn Care Service Inc
Bloomington, IN
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Acquired skills in leaf removal to support seasonal property upkeep.
- Enhanced communication and interpersonal skills through direct customer interactions.
- Enhanced understanding of plant species and their care requirements to support horticultural practices.
- Investigated cultural and historical aspects of Bloomington to broaden understanding of the area.
- Studied best practices for effective oversight and maintenance of customer personal properties.
Laborer
Joe Henry
Newberry, IN
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Operated various hand and power tools to complete tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials from trucks and containers.
- Maintained clean work areas, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Followed instructions to support team members in daily operational tasks.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities and tasks within fast-paced environment.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
Field Production Manager
Abell Nursery & Landscape
Bloomington, IN
07.2019 - 11.2023
- Assisted in managing a crew as a foreman from 2020 to October 2022. Promoted to field production manager in October 2022. Reported directly to the company owner while leading an independent crew.
- Operated a bobcat for digging large trees, drilling holes, and moving dirt, rocks, and mulch using a bucket. Utilized jaws to lift large trees and other heavy items. Managed a dingo for excavating smaller trees, drilling holes, and creating edges.
- Operated zero-turn mowers and weed eaters effectively. Assisted in weed removal and plant identification tasks. Conducted pruning as a primary responsibility in fieldwork. Developed expertise in pruning for both plant health and aesthetic appeal.
- Applied herbicides in agricultural fields with precision and attention to detail. Utilized four-gallon backpack sprayers, managing effective pesticide application. Maintained 120 acres of land, demonstrating physical endurance and efficient workload management.
- Assisted in hardscaping projects by moving concrete blocks weighing 70-80 pounds for retaining wall construction. Laid sod several times, handling rolls weighing between 30-80 pounds effectively.
- Operated trailers using both trucks and tractors for various transportation needs.
- Demonstrated resilience in overcoming initial skepticism from male colleagues regarding capabilities. Progressed to a supervisory role within five years by effectively leading and guiding team members. Exhibited strength and capability, proving readiness to excel in diverse company environments.
Nanny
Emily Robertson
Bloomfield, IN
12.2018 - 07.2019
- Provided attentive childcare, ensuring safety and well-being of children in a nurturing environment.
- Developed engaging educational activities to stimulate cognitive and social development.
- Assisted with daily routines, including meal preparation, bathing, and dressing children.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's progress and any concerns.
- Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
- Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
Education
High School Diploma -
White River Valley High School
Switz City, IN05.2019
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Heavy lifting
- Flexible and adaptable
- Using hand tools
- Lawn care
- Customer service
- Grounds maintenance
- Landscape maintenance
- Jobsite safety
- Team collaboration
- Lawn and grounds maintenance
- Landscape equipment operation
- Trimming and weeding
- Residential landscaping
- Weeding and edging
- Planting flowers and bushes
- Landscape design
- Complex Problem-solving
- Heavy equipment operation
- Tree and shrub planting
- Weather tolerance
- Weeding gardens
- Machine safety practices
- Sod laying
- Watering lawns and trees
- Pruning and hedging
- Garden maintenance
- Commercial landscaping
- Irrigation installation
- Staff management
- Soil preparation
- Transplanting and potting plants
- Outdoor space planning
- Pruning skills
Additional Information
I’m always looking to expand my knowledge and skills on other types of jobs. Willing to learn anything and give my absolute best in any job opportunity
Timeline
Landscaper
Independent/self
01.2025 - Current
Lawn Care-General Labor
Nolan’s Lawn Care Service Inc
11.2024 - 12.2024
Laborer
Joe Henry
01.2024 - 10.2024
Field Production Manager
Abell Nursery & Landscape
07.2019 - 11.2023
Nanny
Emily Robertson
12.2018 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
White River Valley High School