Austin Martin

430, Redding Road

Lexington, KY 40517
Telephone: (859) 553-3850
Email ID: Austin_martin129@mymail.eku.edu
November 12, 2015

To Whom It May Concern:

I am writing in response to the job position announcement pertaining to the garden center
manager position. I believe that I am an ideal candidate because I have experience with
management positions. I hope to continue my passion for landscape and nursery through a career
in your company.
I have over five years of landscaping experience and the past three years I have been in a
foreman position for the same company. While working for this company I realized my passion
for landscaping and the drive I have for making sure everyones on task. Team work is the most
important thing when managing a crew, it takes time and patience. As a manager or a foreman
you have to know your crew and know the strengths of each person so you know what work load
you can rely on them to get complete.
I am currently attending Eastern Kentucky University with the pursuit of a degree in Horticulture
with a focus of Landscape and Nursery.
I am sure the skills that I have gained over the years with my experience in the field of landscape
and education will suite the job position well. If there are skills lacking I am positive that I will
pick up the skills needed quickly. I look forward to meeting with you and eager to talk about the
position. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me!
Sincerely,

Austin Martin

Austin T. Martin
430 Redding Rd
Lexington, KY 40517
(859) 553-3850 (c)

Education
B.S. in Horticulture (Expected graduation June 2017)
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KY
Fall 2015-Present
Attended
Alderson Broaddus University
Philippi, WV
Fall 2012-Fall 2014 (2 yrs.)
Obtained 72 credits in Business Administration
Work Experience
Foreman
Martin Landscapes, Inc. (family business)
Nicholasville, KY
May 2010 Present
Oversee on-site completion of landscaping projects
Operate trucks, utility trailers, Bobcat, tillers, chainsaw, etc.
Lay rock walls and pathways
Perform tree/ bush trimming (focus on Japanese Maples)
Proficient in work related Spanish
Residential Assistant
Alderson Broaddus University
Philippi, WV
August 2013-2014
Made rounds on my shifts to three student housing buildings
Checked residents in and out at the beginning and end of each semester
Made biannual health and safety checks in each of the three buildings (72 rooms, 200+
students)

Designed programs for students to take part in that were both educational and helpful for
the community
CPR certification was obtained but expired (able to renew if needed)

Foreman
Party Central
Nicholasville, KY
Dec. 2008 Aug. 2012
Answered customer calls
Took customer orders
Managed sales transactions/responsible for cash transactions
Drove company trucks with equipment and trailers.
Set up inflatables
Recruited employees

Extracurricular Activities
College:
Epsilon Tau Eta Sigma Fraternity
o Spring 2013 Fall 2014
o Served as Vice President (Spring 2014-Fall 2014)
o Served as pledge master (Fall 2013-Fall 2014)

Alderson Broaddus University Soccer Team

o Aug. 2012 Fall 2014
o Second leading goal scorer (freshman year)

REFERENCES

Austin T. Martin
Steve Martin
Owner
Martin Landscapes, Inc.
Nicholasville, KY
(859) 227-3756 (c)
Lucas Tatham
Academic Advisor
Alderson Broaddus University
Philippi, WV
(304) 457-6323
Aaron Telifono
Student Life Coordinator
Alderson Broaddus University
Philippi, WV
(806) 407-0881 (c)

Kevin Wash
Owner
Party Central
Nicholasville, KY
(859) 619-2515 (c)