Garrison Wedgeworth
Arlington,TX
Summary
Aspiring arborist, naturalist, and conservationist looking for experience within the sustainable horticultural and arboricultural community. Currently studying for ISA Certified Arborists' Examination with intent to apply for examination withing the year. Plant Health Care Technician proficient in scheduling, landscape progress reporting, and client relations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Arborist Trainee/Plant Health Care Technician
Treehugger Tree Service
Arlington, US
03.2023 - 09.2024
- Responsible for all aspects of arboricultural work, both within the general tree care crew and managing the company's plant health care program
- Proficient in all aspects of tree care including climbing (both single and double rope systems), rigging, pruning, planting and groundwork in accordance with ANSI Z133 and ANSI A300 regulations
- Managed and operated the Plant Health Care program including disease diagnosis, integrated pest management, organic fertilizer application, systemic fungicide and insecticide applications, and soil quality testing (pH monitoring, soil compaction and bulk density testing, and microbiological monitoring through microscopy
- Operation and general maintenance of company vehicles and equipment including chipper trucks, spider-lift, stump grinder, skid-steer, chainsaws, sprayer truck, and assorted plant health care equipment
Groundsman/tree climber
SavATree
Fort Worth, US
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Responsible for all aspects of tree care including climbing, pruning, rigging and groundwork in accordance with ANSI Z133 and ANSI A300 regulations
- Operation of and maintenance of chainsaws, chippers, and other power tools as necessary
Tree Climber trainee
Bartlett Tree Experts
Southlake, US
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Responsible for climbing, trimming, chipping, maintaining equipment, and general tree care
Server/bartender/food runner/trainer
Exxir Hospitality
Dallas, US
06.2021 - 09.2021
- Head server, food runner, expo, catering, trainer, general 'Jack of all trades'
Server/Shift Supervisor/Manager
Street's Fine Chicken
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Responsible for taking orders, plating and delivering food, bussing tables, stocking ingredients and supplies, general customer service, and cashier services
- 1.5 years as manager involving inventory, ordering, scheduling, general restaurant maintenance, hiring, etc
Guest Services
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
Dallas, US
02.2017 - 07.2017
- Directed flow of guest traffic and assisted groups in museum activities
Child Development Americorps
Our House Shelter
Little Rock, US
02.2016 - 01.2017
- Company Overview: Child Services AmeriCorps
- Assisted in the daily care and education of 10-15 children age 1-5
- Created and presented frequent lessons and presentations with a focus on STEM
- Child Services AmeriCorps
Educator
Museum of Discovery
Little Rock, US
08.2014 - 01.2017
- Designed and presented innumerable scientific demonstrations in a variety of settings
- Assisted museum Animal Staff with care for and handling of a variety of animals in classroom, floor shows, and outreach event settings
- Responsible for preparation and presentation of educational materials ranging from in depth scientific classes to public outreach demonstrations for children and adults
- Assisted exhibits crew in general upkeep and diagnostic testing of museum exhibits
Education
Some College Education - Biology
Hendrix College
Conway, AR05.2014
Skills
- Proficient in Shift Supervision
- Effective Presentation Skills
- Client Relations Management
- Tree Maintenance Expertise
- Climbing
- Plant Health Care
- Aerial lift operation
- Chainsaw Operation
- Tree planting
- Safe pesticide usage
- Pest Management
- Proper pesticide application
Affiliations
- Avid reader and researcher
- Urban gardener and community garden volunteer
- Amateur mycologist
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Arborist Trainee/Plant Health Care Technician
Treehugger Tree Service
03.2023 - 09.2024
Groundsman/tree climber
SavATree
05.2022 - 03.2023
Tree Climber trainee
Bartlett Tree Experts
01.2022 - 04.2022
Server/bartender/food runner/trainer
Exxir Hospitality
06.2021 - 09.2021
Server/Shift Supervisor/Manager
Street's Fine Chicken
08.2017 - 05.2021
Guest Services
Perot Museum of Nature and Science
02.2017 - 07.2017
Child Development Americorps
Our House Shelter
02.2016 - 01.2017
Educator
Museum of Discovery
08.2014 - 01.2017
Some College Education - Biology
Hendrix College
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