Chad Barnes
Asplundh Tree Expert
Reynoldsville,PA
9
years of professional experience
Crew Leader in Tree Care and Utility Vegetation Management with a strong focus on enforcing OSHA standards and ensuring safe operations. Led crews through hazard assessments and maintained equipment readiness, while effectively coordinating daily assignments and communication with utility partners. Committed to delivering organized operations and high-quality jobsite performance.
Work History
Crew Leader / General Foreman
1 Year 6 Months- Coordinated daily job assignments, equipment readiness, and workflow to keep crews productive and organized.
- Supervised tree trimming, pruning, and removal crews while enforcing safety procedures and quality standards.
- Trained crew members on chainsaw use, bucket truck operations, chipper handling, and PPE compliance.
- Conducted hazard assessments and implemented line clearance precautions around energized utilities and roadways.
- Inspected tools, vehicles, and climbing gear to verify safe operation before field deployment.
- Communicated with customers, utility representatives, and supervisors to resolve site concerns and schedule work.
- Led storm response and emergency cleanup efforts to restore access and remove damaged limbs efficiently.
- Monitored work quality and crew performance, correcting unsafe practices and improving jobsite consistency.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
- Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
- Served as the primary point of contact between crew members and upper management, relaying important information as necessary.
- Provided ongoing training and support for new hires, ensuring they were well-equipped to perform their duties effectively.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by ensuring that all crew members provided high-quality service in line with company standards.
- Developed a strong sense of teamwork among crew members through regular communication and team building activities.
- Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
- Motivated team members by setting high expectations, recognizing achievements, and providing ongoing encouragement throughout challenging projects.
- Established positive relationships with customers and colleagues through high standards of customer service.
- Pitched in to help with various job tasks, filling in for sick employees and completing projects.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure consistent results across all completed tasks and projects.
- Provided expert guidance and support to crew members when faced with complex challenges or difficult decisions, fostering a solutions-oriented approach in the workplace.
- Established and enforced policies and procedures to maintain high standards of work.
Utility Forester
1 Year- Conducted utility vegetation inspections to identify clearance risks, hazards, and trimming priorities along rights-of-way.
- Evaluated clearance standards against utility specifications to support compliance and reduce outage risk.
- Coordinated with utility crews and contractors to schedule vegetation management work and resolve access issues.
- Documented field conditions, tree species, and work recommendations using GIS-enabled mobile data collection tools.
- Inspected pruning, removals, and hazard mitigation work for quality, accuracy, and contract adherence.
- Maintained detailed records of vegetation cycles, asset conditions, and customer communications for reporting accuracy.
- Maintained accurate records of completed work, including GPS locations, equipment used, and contractor information for future reference purposes.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts during storm events or other natural disasters to minimize damage caused by fallen trees or limbs on power lines.
- Reduced power outages by effectively identifying, marking, and removing hazardous trees near utility lines.
- Collaborated with landowners to obtain necessary permissions for vegetation maintenance on their property.
Tree Arborist
6 Years 2 Months- Pruned limbs to improve tree health, structure, and clearance.
- Operated chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders, and related arborist equipment.
- Inspected work sites for hazards and enforced safe work practices.
- Maintained client properties by completing thorough debris removal and site restoration.
- Increased customer satisfaction with professional communication and a high level of arboriculture knowledge.
- Reduced property damage risks through strategic tree removals and preventative maintenance.
- Preserved historical trees through careful management and attention to detail in maintenance efforts.
- Maintained necessary certifications and licenses, demonstrating commitment to industry standards and best practices.
- Felled trees carefully to avoid damage to property and landscape.
- Maintained and operated wood chipper safely to minimize accidents and keep equipment properly functioning.
- Maintained work vehicles and equipment.
- Followed safety protocols in accordance with OSHA standards and good practices for tree care.
- Removed damaged trees using rigging techniques and controlled dismantling methods.
- Climbed trees safely using ropes, harnesses, and aerial lift equipment.
- Secured work zones and communicated hazards to crew members and property owners
- Directed rigging plans to lower branches safely near buildings, utilities, and traffic
- Mentored junior climbers on climbing techniques, knot tying, and fall protection
- Successfully completed emergency storm response jobs, safely removing fallen or damaged trees under tight deadlines.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Crew supervision
Safety guidelines
Crew management
Team leadership
Data documentation
Hazard assessment
Safety compliance
Equipment inspection
Heavy machinery operation
Aerial lift operation
Safety compliance management
Timeline
Crew Leader / General Foreman
Asplundh Tree Expert
04.2025 - CurrentRead More
Utility Forester
Arbormetrics
04.2024 - 04.2025Read More
Tree Arborist
Pennline Tree Service
01.2018 - 03.2024Read More
Punxsatawney Area High School
High School Diploma
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