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Chris Seau

Oceanside,CA

Summary

Dynamic tree care professional with extensive experience at Davey Tree, excelling in injury prevention and physical conditioning. Proven track record in enhancing team productivity and safety protocols, while effectively managing emergency storm response. Skilled in equipment operation and fostering client relationships, ensuring high satisfaction and repeat business.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Climber

Rancho Tree Service
06.2022 - 03.2025
  • Conducted risk assessments to identify potential hazards within the climbing area, minimizing accidents and injuries among clients.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients, resulting in a high rate of repeat business and referrals.
  • Enhanced climbing safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and maintenance.
  • Cut dead and excess branches from trees and cleared branches around power lines.
  • Used chainsaws, hooks, handsaws, shears and clippers.
  • Hoisted tools and equipment to tree trimmers and lowered branches with ropes.
  • Promoted physical fitness and mental resilience through tailored training programs for climbers of all skill levels.
  • Climbed trees using climbing hooks, belts or climb ladders to gain access to work areas.
  • Used ropes and chains to reach hard-to-reach branches for trimming and pruning.
  • Chopped and trimmed trees and operated chipping equipment for limbs.
  • Operated shredding and chipping equipment and fed limbs and brush into machines.
  • Followed safety protocols in accordance with OSHA standards and good practices for tree care.

Forman/Tree Climber

Davey Tree
11.2007 - 06.2022
  • Efficiently removed deadwood from trees to promote overall health and prevent potential hazards to nearby structures or pedestrians.
  • Successfully completed emergency storm response jobs, safely removing fallen or damaged trees under tight deadlines.
  • Enhanced team productivity through clear communication and coordination during tree maintenance tasks.
  • Improved tree climbing efficiency by implementing proper safety protocols and techniques.
  • Maintained clean work sites after each project, reducing the risk of property damage or accidents.
  • Removed dead and excess branches from trees.
  • Chopped and trimmed trees and operated chipping equipment for limbs.
  • Used ropes and chains to reach hard-to-reach branches for trimming and pruning.
  • Operated shredding and chipping equipment and fed limbs and brush into machines.
  • Followed safety protocols in accordance with OSHA standards and good practices for tree care.

Education

GED -

Foothill Adult School
San Diego, CA
01-1983

Skills

  • Strength training
  • Injury prevention
  • Physical conditioning
  • Nutrition

Timeline

Climber

Rancho Tree Service
06.2022 - 03.2025

Forman/Tree Climber

Davey Tree
11.2007 - 06.2022

GED -

Foothill Adult School

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