Carl Niskanen
Washougal,WA
Summary
Safety-focused Tree Service Professional with extensive experience in hazard assessments and compliance with industry standards. Trained teams in rigging, pruning, and safety procedures, boosting performance and operational safety. Expertise in equipment maintenance and operation ensures efficient daily operations.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead hand/Lead climber/ Equipment Maintenance
Tolleson Family Tree Care
Washougal, Washington
04.2017 - Current
- Inspected work sites for hazards, ensuring safety before tree service tasks
- Trained new workers on rigging, pruning, and ground support practices, enhancing team capabilities
- Trained employees on company procedures and worksite safety.
- Climbed trees safely for pruning, removals, and canopy maintenance at client properties.
- Rigged branches and debris for controlled lowering during tree removal operations.
- Inspected ropes, harnesses, and climbing gear before daily work.
- Conducted maintenance on chippers, trucks, stump grinders, and skid steers, ensuring operational readiness
Grounds man/Tree Climber
Cascade Tree Works
Vancouver, Washington
11.2011 - 04.2017
- Operated bucket trucks, chippers, stump grinders, and other heavy equipment as required.
- Installed cabling systems between multiple trees to provide additional support against wind damage.
- Trimmed foliage around power lines as needed while adhering to OSHA regulations.
- Maintained hand and power tools through proper operation, cleaning and maintenance.
- Filled out job or shift report forms for supervisors.
Education
Washougal High
Washougal, WASkills
- Equipment maintenance
- Hazard assessment
- Equipment inspection
- Rigging operations
- Tree climbing
- Detail-oriented inspections
- Problem solving
Timeline
Lead hand/Lead climber/ Equipment Maintenance
Tolleson Family Tree Care
04.2017 - Current
Grounds man/Tree Climber
Cascade Tree Works
11.2011 - 04.2017
Washougal High