Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Colt Summers

Pro Tree Management LLC
Miami,OK
11
years of professional experience

I am a manager/general Forman with proven success at Pro Tree Management LLC while being a contractor for East Central Electric Co-op. excelling in team leadership and strategic planning. Achieved timely project completions while enhancing customer satisfaction and controlling costs. Skilled in complex problem-solving and staff training, fostering a motivated workforce to drive operational efficiency and deliver high-quality service.

Work History

Manager/General Forman

6 Years 6 Months
Pro Tree Management LLC | 04.2020 - 10.2026
  • Currently licensed herbicide applicator and licensed aquatic herbicide
  • Supervised tree crews during line clearance, removals, and herbicide applications
  • Coordinated daily work schedules to maintain efficient job completion.
  • Enforced safety protocols and PPE compliance across active job sites.
  • Inspected equipment and vehicles to ensure safe, reliable operation.
  • Trained crew members on proper spray techniques, chemical safety, and chemical usage.
  • Communicated with clients to confirm work scope and site expectations.
  • Monitored job progress and adjusted staffing to address field issues.
  • Maintained organized work areas by crews to assigned work areas on maps.
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Completed final audits of maps to close out projects.
  • Achieved timely completion of projects with strict adherence to budget constraints and quality standards.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing crew members to achieve common goals while fostering a positive work environment.
  • Improved project efficiency by effectively delegating tasks and managing a team of skilled workers.
  • Showcased exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected project challenges, rapidly adjusting strategies and reallocating resources to maintain progress and minimize delays.
  • Delivered project updates to superintendent and detailed issues that could slow work progress and footages.
  • Ordered necessary supplies and materials, and chemicals for weekly work schedule.
  • Kept teams properly supplied with materials, tools, plans and supplementary assistance to meet project deadlines.
  • Conducted thorough risk assessments before commencing projects, identifying potential Do Not Sprays/customers that could lead to complaints.
  • Assigned daily duties to each employee based upon individual strengths, effectively completing miles of spray.
  • Established open lines of communication with clients, providing regular updates on project status and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Mentored new crew members in the development of their skills, providing guidance and support to complete the task.
  • Reviewed maps, specifications and drawings, field maps app to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
  • Identified and communicated customer requests to co-op right of way management.
  • Set aggressive targets for employees to drive company success and strengthen motivation.
  • Developed detailed plans based on pre planning and communication with customers.
  • Directed daily tree care operations, coordinating crews, equipment, and site priorities.
  • Inspected job sites to verify quality, identify hazards, and adjust work plans.
  • Managed customer communication, confirming scope, access, and service requirements.
  • Monitored equipment readiness, arranging maintenance for trucks, saws, and rigging gear, spray equipment, and PPE
  • Resolved on-site issues quickly, supporting smooth completion of tree service projects.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
  • Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
  • Oversaw inventory management and reducing waste.
  • Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers, cutting operational costs while maintaining quality of service.
  • Followed pesticide safety procedures, PPE standards, and environmental compliance guidelines.
  • Documented application details, equipment use, and site conditions for accurate records.
  • Coordinated with crew members to protect desirable plants during treatment operations.
  • Performed equipment cleaning and maintenance to support reliable daily herbicide work.

Herbicide Applicator/General Forman/safety Manager

4 Years 1 Month
Bacco Tree Service | 03.2016 - 04.2020
  • Followed pesticide safety procedures, PPE standards, and environmental compliance guidelines.
  • Documented application details, equipment use, and site conditions for accurate records.
  • Coordinated with crew members to protect desirable plants during treatment operations.
  • Performed equipment cleaning and maintenance to support reliable daily herbicide work.
  • Observed crew members work, equipment, and vehicles

Education

High School Diploma

Miami | Miami, OK | 05.2016

Graduated top 5% of graduating class

Maintained a 4.0 throughout high school

Attended northeastern Oklahoma university from 2015-2016

Attended South Assembly’s of God university 2017 completed my basics

Attended Oklahoma Wesleyan from 2017-2018

Skills

Customer service
Team leadership
Time management
Decision-making
Complex Problem-solving
Staff training and development
Documentation and reporting
Relationship building
Strategic planning
Project planning
Shift scheduling
Conflict resolution
Marketing
Budget control
Business planning
Business development
Expense tracking
Safety procedures
Computer skills
Multitasking
Hiring and training
Customer relationship management
Professional and courteous

Timeline

Manager/General Forman

Pro Tree Management LLC
04.2020 - 10.2026Read More

Herbicide Applicator/General Forman/safety Manager

Bacco Tree Service
03.2016 - 04.2020Read More

Miami

High School Diploma
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Colt Summers