Colin Clark
Phillip Watrous
Kernville,CA
8
years of professional experience
Dedicated professional with hands-on experience in marina operations and tree trimming. Known for effective problem-solving and teamwork, ensuring smooth operations and promoting safety in fast-paced environments.
Work History
Marina Staff Member
1 Year 3 Months- Supervised daily marina operations, ensuring safety protocols and customer satisfaction.
- Managed customer inquiries and provided information on services, promoting positive experiences.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and best practices to enhance team efficiency.
- Promoted excellent customer relations through courteous interactions both on-the-phone and face-to-face conversations.
- Performed both boat and jet-ski launching and docking, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience for guests.
- Handled financial transactions accurately while adhering to established accounting procedures for optimal record-keeping purposes.
- Followed safety protocols while working, avoiding accidents and injuries.
- Responded to customer requests efficiently and with knowledgeable assistance.
Tree Trimmer
7 Years 4 Months- Operated chainsaws and hand tools (weed trimmers, wood chipper, brush cutter, blowers, axes, hand saws, etc.) to trim trees and enhance landscape aesthetics.
- Performed weed abatement for residential and commercial properties.
- Reduced potential hazards by identifying and removing damaged or diseased limbs promptly.
- Performed physically demanding outdoor labor.
- Ensured environmental sustainability through responsible disposal of debris from trimming and removal projects.
- Worked as a part of a team to complete jobs efficiently.
- Conducted site inspections to evaluate work conditions and maintain adherence to safety protocols.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment while working in all weather.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Rope & knot skills
Grounds maintenance
Tree trimming and cutting branches
Job site safety
Landscape maintenance
Pole saw operation
Hazardous tree assessment
Debris management
Landscape equipment knowledge
Safe work practices
Teamwork
Time management
Problem-solving abilities
Power tool operation
Welding (arc
MIG
TIG)
Marina safety
Objective
Seeking an entry-level wildland firefighting or forestry position where I can apply my experience with outdoor work, tree work, physical labor and working safely with tools. Eager to learn, contribute to a fire crew, develop professional firefighting skills and build a long term career in wild land fire or forestry.
Timeline
Marina Staff Member
Phillip Watrous
05.2025 - CurrentRead More
Tree Trimmer
Lee's Trees
01.2019 - 05.2026Read More
Kern Valley High School
High School Diploma
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