Cody Kling
Luray,VA
Summary
Arborist specializing in utility line clearance, maintenance and emergency tree services, safety compliance, and storm damage cleanup. Demonstrated success in team collaboration to enhance safety and operational efficiency. Proven track record of managing high-pressure situations effectively.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Arborist
Pittman
Front Royal, Virginia
2023 - 03.2026
- Delivered prompt emergency tree services following severe storms to mitigate damage and restore safety.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations and transportation laws to safeguard team and public safety.
- Inspected and maintained chainsaws, chippers, and climbing gear to uphold safety standards and operational readiness.
- Collaborated with team members to enforce safety protocols during operations.
- Operated chainsaws, loaders, boom trucks, and tractors to perform tree trimming and removal tasks.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges using shears, pruners, or chainsaws.
- Completed detailed job and shift reports for supervisors.
- Pursued continuing education and advanced training to stay current with industry practices.
- CDL-certified
Arborist
Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC
Luray, Virginia
2020 - 2022
- Delivered prompt emergency tree services following severe storms to mitigate damage and restore safety.
- Monitored compliance with safety regulations and transportation laws to safeguard team and public safety.
- Inspected and maintained chainsaws, chippers, and climbing gear to uphold safety standards and operational readiness.
- Collaborated with team members to enforce safety protocols during operations.
- Operated chainsaws, loaders, boom trucks, and tractors to perform tree trimming and removal tasks.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges using shears, pruners, or chainsaws.
- Completed detailed job and shift reports for supervisors.
- Pursued continuing education and advanced training to stay current with industry practices.
- CDL-certified
Arborist
Lewis Tree Service
Front Royal, Virginia
2018 - 2020
- Delivered prompt emergency tree services following severe storms to mitigate damage and restore safety.
- Operated chainsaws, loaders, boom trucks, and tractors to perform tree trimming and removal tasks.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges using shears, pruners, or chainsaws.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and transportation laws to protect team and public safety.
- Inspected and maintained chainsaws, chippers, and climbing gear to uphold safety standards and operational readiness.
- Collaborated with team members to enforce safety protocols during operations.
- Engaged in continuing education and advanced training to enhance skills in line with industry practices.
- Documented job and shift activities for supervisors to maintain operational transparency.
- CDL-certified
Education
High School Diploma -
Luray High School
Luray, VA06-2012
Skills
- Tree removal
- Tree pruning
- Tree trimming
- Branch cutting
- Felling trees
- Hazardous tree evaluation
- Chainsaw operation
- Power tool usage
- Proper pesticide application
- Safe pesticide usage
- Emergency response
- Emergency response readiness
- Storm damage cleanup
- Debris collection
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- CDL certification
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Report writing
- Inclement weather driving
- Trimming experience
Certification
CDL Certified
Timeline
Arborist
Pittman
2023 - 03.2026
Arborist
Asplundh Tree Expert, LLC
2020 - 2022
Arborist
Lewis Tree Service
2018 - 2020
High School Diploma -
Luray High School