Gabriel Morales
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate motivated young man with strong organizational skills eager to secure a job opportunity and make the best of it. Ready to help team achieve company goals and keep the work place as safe as possible. Good Communication skills, Customer service and Great Attitude. Willing to teach and learn.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
TREE TRIMMER
Rapid Response Force
Morgan Hill, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Reduced potential hazards by identifying and removing damaged or diseased limbs promptly.
- Maximized equipment lifespan by diligently cleaning tools after each use, reducing repair costs over time.
- Developed strong professional relationships with clients based on trust, reliability, and consistent delivery of quality services provided in a timely manner.
- Maintained a clean, organized work site, demonstrating professionalism and respect for the property owners throughout each project''s duration.
- Limbed and pruned variety of tree species.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills when interacting with clients, addressing questions or concerns regarding the tree trimming process.
FOREMAN CLIMBER
International Tree Management
Apple Valley, CA
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Managed equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime due to mechanical failure or repairs.
FOREMAN CLIMBER
Ace Tree Enterprise Inc.
Roseville, CA
08.2022 - 01.2023
- I was placed on a routine tree crew as foreman where we safely trimmed trees or removed them by manual climbing or proper felling in the Huntington lake area
- Organized materials, tools and equipment to supply team members
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment
- Also performed some routine in the Visalia area with a 65ft bucket truck.
FOREMAN CLIMBER
CJ Tree Care Inc
San Jose, CA
05.2022 - 07.2022
- I was placed on a EVM tree crew where we safely removed dead trees using a 75 foot bucket truck and manual climbing or proper felling
- Organized materials, tools and equipment to supply team members
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
GROUNDSMAN / TRIMMER TRAINEE
Rapid Response Force LLC
Morgan Hill, CA
05.2021 - 04.2022
- I was placed on a routine tree crew where we performed trims and some removals using bucket trucks and manual climbing in the San Jose CA area
- I was trained how to make proper cuts, proper climbing techniques also trained on how to rig
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
GROUNDSMAN / HEAVY MACHINE OPERATOR
CJ Tree Care Inc
San Jose, CA
09.2020 - 01.2021
- I was placed on a clean up crew with a skid steer to help move and stack logs also clean up property's that were affected by the Creek Fire in Shaver Lake CA
- I also helped tree crews removed hazardous trees using a Fiddle block, Portawrap, and proper felling techniques
- Also did some EVM work in Palo Alto, CA area.
GROUNDSMAN / HEAVY MACHINE OPERATOR
Graham County Land Company
Robbinsville, NC
07.2019 - 08.2020
- I was placed in a T&M clean up crew where we cleaned several property's in the Paradise CA area after the Camp Fire
- I was trained on how to properly use a chainsaw and all it's safety features as well as my basic knots also the 5 Step Felling plan
- Also took part in processing and bucking logs in a log yard
- Operated machinery such as skid steers, Excavators, Loaders.
Education
Diploma -
Golden Valley High School
Bakersfield, CA06.2018
Skills
TCIA Certified for Grounds Operations Specialist
Chain saw Specialist
Chipper Operator Specialist
Tree Care Apprentice
Tree Climber Specialist
Current on EHAP
QLCA Certified
CPR Certified
Operate a bucket truck 65 or 75 feet
Familiar with both DRS and SRS climbing systems
Familiar with both EVM and Routine work & Fire work
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
TREE TRIMMER
Rapid Response Force
01.2024 - Current
FOREMAN CLIMBER
International Tree Management
04.2023 - 06.2024
FOREMAN CLIMBER
Ace Tree Enterprise Inc.
08.2022 - 01.2023
FOREMAN CLIMBER
CJ Tree Care Inc
05.2022 - 07.2022
GROUNDSMAN / TRIMMER TRAINEE
Rapid Response Force LLC
05.2021 - 04.2022
GROUNDSMAN / HEAVY MACHINE OPERATOR
CJ Tree Care Inc
09.2020 - 01.2021
GROUNDSMAN / HEAVY MACHINE OPERATOR
Graham County Land Company
07.2019 - 08.2020
Diploma -
Golden Valley High School