George Lester York Jr
Robertsdale
Summary
Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in tree care. Proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in demanding environments. Skilled in training and mentoring successful teams. I began tree work as a "ground man" for a tree service at 19, and quickly decided there had to be better practices and have since learned those practices and better ways though many were self taught. I am a state tested/certified (ISA based) Arborist in Louisiana, I also hold a certificate in Urban Forestry and will soon test for ISA certification. I have over 20yrs experience in not just cutting trees but managing coastal tree canopy at homes, golf courses, HOA's and multiple municipalities across Baldwin County. I've completed various city/county and other projects where interaction with municipal employees, other contractors and the public throughout the day was frequent and always made sure to represent not only my company well but also the contracting entity. A keen eye for detail is embedded in my work. Time management and critical thinking have been daily practices for my career. I have a good understanding of the balance between progress and preservation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
My Tree Guyzzz
08.2021 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
Owner/Operator
York Tree Service
04.2009 - 12.2019
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Met with and provided tree risk assessments, consultation and quotes to home owners, HOA's, golf courses and multiple municipality representatives.
- Performed all aerial work in the process of trimming and removing trees by climbing,bucket truck, crane or man lift.
- Provided safety training to employees in the operation of all equipment.
Education
No Degree - Agri-shop GED
Fairhope High School
Fairhope, ALSkills
Team player from taking direction from superiors to giving direction to team members
Logic and protocol based problem solving
Communication on both simple and technical levels
Professional courteous public interaction
Property assessment
Job task/organization
Tree risk assessment
Tree preservation
Self motivated, organized and able to work alone
Ability to operate most any heavy equipment
Certification
Louisiana State tested/certified (ISA based) Arborist 9-28-21
Level 1 Certificate in Urban Forestry 8-5-22
Timeline
Owner/Operator
My Tree Guyzzz
08.2021 - Current
Owner/Operator
York Tree Service
04.2009 - 12.2019
No Degree - Agri-shop GED
Fairhope High School
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