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David Brown

Billerica,MA

Summary

As owner/ operator of Lorax Tree Service, I excelled in complex and simple tree projects and client safety through expert tree removal, pruning, and risk assessment. My adept use of chainsaws and other tree equipment and my commitment to safety procedures significantly increased customer satisfaction. Skilled in technical tree maintenance, I consistently delivered results beyond expectations, ensuring healthy, hazard-free environments for business and home owners alike.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Tree Arborist

Lorax Tree Service
03.1997 - Current
  • Collaborated with home owners and business managers on complex tree projects, ensuring efficient completion of tasks.
  • Built strong customer relationships by promptly responding to inquiries or concerns about their landscape.
  • Reduced property damage risks through strategic tree removals and preventative maintenance.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with professional communication and a high level of arboriculture knowledge.
  • Conducted regular inspections of trees for signs of disease or pests, taking proactive measures as needed to protect the environment from further damage.
  • Performed risk assessments for client properties, addressing potential hazards before they became issues.
  • Utilized specialized equipment for safe and efficient tree work, reducing job completion times.
  • Improved tree health by performing proper pruning and trimming techniques.
  • Managed crews efficiently during emergency storm response situations, minimizing downtime between assignments.
  • Enhanced tree safety for clients by identifying hazard trees and implementing corrective actions.
  • Provided expert consultations to homeowners regarding tree care, leading to healthier landscapes.
  • Used chainsaws, hand saws and extended saws to assist in creation of customer visions.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks and trailers.
  • Felled trees carefully to avoid damage to property and landscape.
  • Maintained and operated wood chipper safely to minimize accidents and keep equipment properly functioning.
  • Maintained work vehicles and equipment.
  • Performed basic tree pruning, watering and fertilizing.
  • Used ladders, ropes, harnesses and other protective equipment to climb trees and to identify arboricultural pathology concerns.
  • Processed and split firewood
  • Cut back and trimmed bushes and hedges to support well-designed landscapes.
  • Trimmed and removed tree limbs in contention using safety measures.
  • Cleared grounds of limbs, snow and trash.
  • Removed and disposed of undesirable and dead limbs.
  • Serviced machinery according to consistent mechanical knowledge both in-shop and in office.
  • Used ropes and chains to reach hard-to-reach branches for trimming and pruning.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Chose and executed suitable topping and pruning cuts for healthy tree growth.
  • Chopped and trimmed trees and operated chipping equipment for limbs.
  • Followed safety protocols in accordance with OSHA standards and good practices for tree care.
  • Operated shredding and chipping equipment and fed limbs and brush into machines.
  • Removed dead and excess branches from trees.

Education

High School Diploma -

North Reading High School
North Reading, MA
06-1990

Skills

  • Chainsaw operation
  • Stump grinding
  • Hazard assessment
  • Aerial lift operation
  • Tree climbing
  • Safety procedures
  • Tree pruning and removal
  • Equipment maintenance

Timeline

Tree Arborist

Lorax Tree Service
03.1997 - Current

High School Diploma -

North Reading High School

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