Austin Gaither
Benton
Summary
Dedicated landscape worker skilled in pathway construction and weed management. Known for reliability, punctuality, and strong work ethic, ready to support habitat restoration and landscape maintenance efforts.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscape Worker
Internship
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted in planting and maintaining trees, shrubs, and flowers to enhance landscape aesthetics.
- Followed safety protocols while performing physical tasks in various weather conditions.
- Collaborated with team members to execute landscape design plans effectively and efficiently.
- Supported installation of hardscape features such as patios and pathways under supervision.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
- Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts, and wheelbarrows.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
Youth Conservation Corpsmember
Crab Orchard Wildlife Refuge
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Assisted in habitat restoration projects, ensuring ecological integrity and sustainability.
- Operated tools and equipment for land management tasks, following safety protocols consistently.
- Collaborated with team members on various conservation projects, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working in various weather conditions and remote locations throughout the program duration.
- Developed essential skills in using tools and equipment necessary for various conservation tasks, ensuring safe work practices at all times.
- Contributed to community improvement projects by coordinating and participating in park cleanups, trail maintenance, and habitat restoration efforts.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Outfitters Wildlife Management
Southeastern Illinois College
Harrisburg, IL05-2026
Skills
- Pathway construction
- Weed management
- Native plants
- Strong work ethic
- Heavy lifting
- Responsible and punctual
- Debris removal
- Trimming and weeding
- Weather tolerance
- IL Driver's license
- Planting
- Planting procedures
Timeline
Landscape Worker
Internship
06.2025 - 08.2025
Youth Conservation Corpsmember
Crab Orchard Wildlife Refuge
06.2023 - 07.2023
Associate of Applied Science - Outfitters Wildlife Management
Southeastern Illinois College