Chris Harwood
Niles
Summary
Professional with solid background in forestry and utility vegetation control. Adept in tree identification, hazard assessment, making detailed work plans, and team building. Driven by the pride I have in serving the community around me.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Contracted Utility Forester
Edko Vegetation Managers
South Bend, IN
01.2025 - Current
- Developed detailed plans for routine maintenance
- Developed plans for Perfect Power tickets, and have good relations with AEP employee responsible for Perfect Power
- Looked at, and contacted homeowners that call into utility with concerns
- Auditing work performed by tree crews for routine maintenance
- Developed plans for pole replacements, and new construction
Work Planner
Asplundh Tree Expert
South Bend, IN
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Developed detailed work plans for routine maintenance
- Trained majority of newer work planners in South Bend area
- Looked at, and contacted homeowners that called into utility
- Developed work plans for pole replacements, and new construction occasionally
Groundsman
Asplundh Tree Expert
South Bend, IN
05.2019 - 01.2021
- Performed job briefings and communicated the plan effectively with crew members
- Maintained equipment to ensure optimal use
- Operated chainsaws and bucket for tree trimming and removal
Education
High School Diploma -
Brandywine Highschool
Niles, MISkills
- Tree identification
- Worksite safety
- Field data collection
- Hazard assessment
Timeline
Contracted Utility Forester
Edko Vegetation Managers
01.2025 - Current
Work Planner
Asplundh Tree Expert
01.2021 - 01.2025
Groundsman
Asplundh Tree Expert
05.2019 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Brandywine Highschool