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Blayne Muller

Hudsonville,MI

Summary

  • Currently employed by the City Of Grand Rapids as a Tree Trimmer 1/Arborist maintaining the city's green space and providing emergency services to keep roadways and utility lines clear.
  • Owned and operated a successful tree care business for 8 years performing professional tree trimming, pruning, and removal services
  • Crane and heavy machine operator for 4 years
  • CF-L1 Trainer and co-owner at ARMR Total Fitness

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Tree Trimmer 1/Arborist

City Of Grand Rapids
06.2024 - Current
  • Interpreting Arborist and Foresters documentation within the online cityworks database to prioritize order of completion based on urgency.
  • Work on a small skilled crew providing emergency services to keep roadways and utility lines clear of tree debris caused by inclement weather.
  • Utilizing technical skills to climb and work aloft while electrical hazards are present in cases where access with equipment is limited.
  • Daily operations on one of three crews to collectively maintain the general health and well being of the city's green space in accordance with required specifications.
  • Recognizing and resolving hazards associated with trees belonging to the city.
  • Being able to efficiently operate any necessary equipment to complete duties in full capacity including but not limited to:

-Aerial lift

-Bobcat

-Mobile crane

-Chainsaws

CF-L1 Trainer/Head Coach

ARMR Total Fitness
09.2016 - Current
  • Delivered comprehensive coaching to athletes in the sport of CrossFit, including proper form, technique, safety, and nutrition
  • Monitored athletes’ performance and provided individual feedback and support
  • Coordinated and instructed group classes, private sessions, and skill clinics

Owner/Arborist

Muller Brothers Tree Service LLC
03.2015 - Current
  • As the owner/laborist, I manage all aspects of a successful tree care business, including sales, quoting potential work, scheduling and physical completion of all jobs.
  •  Specializing in work at height using advanced climbing and rigging techniques.
  •  Daily operations of equipment ranging from chainsaws to skid loaders and aerial lifts. 
  • Over 8 years of on the job experience has earned me the ability to assess any given situation and engineer a work plan to execute duties.
  •  From minor jobs to high hazard, with safety as a priority, making sure myself as well as any in my employ are exposed to minimal risk while maintaining proficiency. 

Crane/Heavy Machine Operator

Kerkstra Precast
05.2012 - 02.2016
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with a variety of teams and individuals
  • Started with the company as a general laborist and quicly advanced to both structural and architechtural finishing/repair.
  • Moved into a crane/heavy equipment operating position managing a crew of 2-3
  • Skilled in the use of rigging and slings for loading and unloading
  • Experience in controlling the movement of heavy objects to and from designated areas
  • Left the company to start my own business and watch my children grow.

Education

High school Graduate -

Newaygo High School
Newaygo, Michigan
04-2004

Certification

CDL A W/Tanker endorsement

Exp: Sept. 2028


Vehicle Mounted Elevating Work Platform/AP-1

Issued: July 2024 Exp: July 2027

Issued By: City Of Grand Rapids


Mobile Crane

Issued: July 2024 Exp: July 2027

Issued By: City Of Grand Rapids


Hi-Lo/Back-Hoe/Front End Loader/Bobcat

Issued: July 2024 Exp: July 2027


Timeline

Tree Trimmer 1/Arborist

City Of Grand Rapids
06.2024 - Current

CF-L1 Trainer/Head Coach

ARMR Total Fitness
09.2016 - Current

Owner/Arborist

Muller Brothers Tree Service LLC
03.2015 - Current

Crane/Heavy Machine Operator

Kerkstra Precast
05.2012 - 02.2016

High school Graduate -

Newaygo High School
Blayne Muller