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Nickalus Pressler

ProfeSsional Strengths

  • Possess extensive knowledge of horticulture and other related fields
  • Effective communicator and listener
  • Thrives in challenging and creative environments
  • Highly skilled in computer and software applications
  • Excellent team player with good analytical skills
  • Proficient in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
  • Ability to do tasks independently and as a part of a team
  • Deals effectively with a wide variety of people

Summary

Focused, driven, and goal oriented professional with strong leadership ability and passion for horticulture. Looking to leverage twelve years of horticulture and project management experience into an entry level teaching job. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Highly enthusiastic for career change and eager to contribute to a school’s commitment to carving out the careers of future horticulture professionals.

Education

19992003

Master of Science

Univeristy of Florida

Environmental Horticulture

19951997

Bachelor of Science

University of Central Florida

Health Service Administration

work History

2015current

Horticulturalist

SAWYER FAMILY FARMSTEAD AND CHRISTMAS TREE FARM
  • Responsible for handling all activities pertinent to the farm landscapes.
  • Assigned the tasks of preparing, submitting and discussing horticulture budget needs with the farm management team.
  • Handled the tasks of monitoring and reviewing horticultural processes like irrigation, pest management, soil preparation, and installation of plant materials.
  • Established a maintenance schedule for all farm landscapes. 
  • Conducted educational farm tours to local schools.

    20102015

    Project Manager

    CHINQUAPIN LAND COMPANY
    • Propagated, cultivated, fertilized, pruned, arranged, displayed and transplanted various plant materials in this 2000 acre development.
    • Prepared , submitted, and discussed the budgetary needs of the maintenance department.
    • Labeled, mapped and took inventory of various plant collections.
    • Introduced and oversaw the installation of raised gardens and aeroponic tower gardens.
    • Maintained all horticultural equipment.
    • Developed and conducted educational  tours and programs.
    • Effected pest control by pruning and spraying insecticides, fungicides, herbicides and applied growth regulants.
    • Worked closely with owners, contarctors, and government agencies on various capital improvement  projects.
    • Supervised the installation of American Chestnut trees.
    • Managed and directed the maintenance staff of 6.
    20082010

    Project Manager

    RAINTRAPPER ENVIRONMENTAL SOLUTIONS INC
    • Oversaw the design,build, and installation of commercial rainwater harvesting systems. 
    • Responsible for training new employees and new clients on all aspects of rainwater harvesting
    • Earned ARCSA certification for both residential and commercial installations. 

    20042008

    Assistant Golf Course Superintendent

    Mountaintop Golf and Lake Club
    • Contributed in all aspects of golf course construction: collaborated with contractors and supported the design and vision of course development.
    • Assisted with planning, supervising and maintenance of greens, tees, fairways and rough.
    • Successfully trained, supervised, and communicated with a multicultural maintenance staff of fifteen.

    Volunteer Experience

    20052014

    Soccer Coach

    Jackson County Parks and Recreation Dept.
    • Head coach of rec soccer teams (U8-U14).
    • Head coach U14 travel team.
    2011current

    Soccer Coach

    Summmit Charter School
    • Assistant soccer coach for the middle school soccer program.