Evan Stosick has over 10 years of experience in landscaping, horticulture, and grounds maintenance. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Biology from Eastern Michigan University and certifications in organic gardening, pesticide application, and as a Master Gardener. His previous roles include positions at Salient Landscaping, Growing Hope, and Matthaei Botanical Gardens where he performed tasks such as identifying plant species, constructing raised beds, and maintaining landscapes. Stosick has strong skills operating landscaping equipment and identifying trees. He also has experience volunteering with conservation and homeless shelter organizations.

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Evan Stosick
4182 Eyrie St. Apt 16,
Ann Arbor MI, 48103
Cell: 734.646.2890
Email:stosickevan@gmail.com
Education
Eastern Michigan University 2012
Bachelor of Science, Biology Major & Chemistry Minor
Key Courses: Plant Anatomy, Trees and Shrubs, Plants for People, Biochemistry, Microbiology,
Organic Chemistry, Advanced Chemistry
University of Michigan Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum 2011
Natural and Native Area Intern
Washtenaw Technical Middle College 2007
High School Diploma with college level classwork
Certification and Continuing Education
● Master Gardener Certification
● Organic Gardening Certification
● Chauffeur Driver’s License with Air Brakes, Commercial Driver’s License­B
● Computer Applications Certificate
● Dale Carnegie Course, completion of certificate on April 7, 2015
● Pesticide application in category 6 expires 2018
Employment
Salient Landscaping
July 2014­November 2014
May 2015­October 2015
Worked both autonomously and with co­workers on grounds maintenance projects managing multiple sites
in a timely and efficient manner. Acted as a Team Lead, responsible for orienting new employees on
company procedures providing them with in field training. Responsible for training new employees to identify
specific species and their ideal growing conditions. Monitored the health of ornamental trees identifying
visible signs of disease.
Growing Hope
May 2013­October 2013

2. Responsible for construction and assembly of raised beds for individual clients and local organizations.
Crafted with a focus on customization and individualization to meet client specifications. Loaded dirt for
transport for raised bed installations. Prepared potting soil mixes using bulk materials. Responsible for
caring for vegetables in a greenhouse setting. Duties include watering, applying organic pesticides, and
harvesting.
Matthaei Botanical Gardens
1800 North Dixboro Road, Ann Arbor, MI
April ​2012­ October 2012
Responsible for identifying and recording plants inside two Bioswales. Quantified the diversity of each
Bioswale using the conservation coefficient of each plant. Researched and compared data for specific plants
and postulated results in an effort to determine which plants had done well in a given location. Performed
record keeping and mapping to determine where plants in the bioswales were planted and how long ago
they were planted.
Independent Lawn Care Services
Seasonal 2004­2008
Provided a wide range of services such as lawn care, shrub removal, and clearing fallen trees. Responsible
for personalization of landscaping services based on clients individual needs. Removal of invasive shrubs
while providing recommended plants for given areas based on growing conditions. Operation of landscaping
equipment such as Zero Turn mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, and chippers. Utilized different mowers specific
to the nature of the project and the site.
S​kills
● Strong background using landscaping equipment, mowers, chippers, and trimmers.
● In­depth tree identification skills and care.
● Experienced in seed collection, seed stratification and eradication of invasive species.
● Comfortable working in laboratory settings complying with the needs and standards of the facility
and project.
Volunteer
● Natural Areas and Native Plants worker UMMBGA, remove invasive species, landscaping duties.
● Conservatory Assistant UMMBG, planting, watering, pruning, and cleaning.
● Department of Natural Resources­seed collection and restoration.
● Interfaith Hospitality Network at Alpha House, a homeless shelter for children and their families.