Transmission Foreman

• Oct 2010 - Present

Operate a pesticide spray truck, mix 200 gallon batches of herbicide, supervise a crew of 6-15 migrant spray operators, keep state required pesticide log, contact customers on utility notice list, ribbon out utility corridor, talk arborists through tree take downs, operate company owned ATVs, place orders with supervisor, follow truck maintenance schedule, remove tree butt with chainsaw and ropes, follow all proper PPE and safety protocol, available for storm duty 24/7.

Distribution Foreman

• Aug 2002 - Oct 2010

Supervised a crew trimming roadside vegetation for local utility line clearance. Pruned and removed trees using hydraulic tools from bucket truck. Taught trainees to use chainsaw, hand tools to trim to customer and property owner standards. Completed safety topic handouts with crew. Practiced and observed correct PPE use. Attended and participated in safety meetings. Obtained all training and licenses required for position.

Reidential Trimmer and Foreman

• May 1994 - Aug 2002

Set ropes, pruned trees per customer request, set rigging, removed trees with and without crane, mentored trainees, educated customers about tree health, managed 1-8 people, used hand and gas powered tools, worked on loader truck and pole setter, used backhoe, excavator, and bulldozer.

Production Worker

• Jun 1990 - Jan 1994