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Fishing
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Gregory Nicolai Karobkoff

Boulder Creek,CA

Summary

ArborMaster Training

  • Level 1 Precision Felling,Chain Saw Handling, Safety and Ergonomics 8/19 & 8/20/2010 again on 6/18 & 6/19/2014
  • Level 1 Tree Climbing Methods and Best Practice 8/17& 8/18/2010 again on 2/25 & 2/26/2015

North American Training Solutions

  • Tree Climbing, Work Positioning and Fall Protection 2-Day Module - 7/20 & 7/21/2011
  • Arborist Technical Rigging - 7/22/2011
  • Arborist Crane Assisted Rigging Training 9/19, 9/20, 9/21/2012.

TCIA - & Tree Care Academy

  • Ground Operations Specialist - 11/16/2010
  • Aerial Lift Specialist - 2/8/2011
  • Tree Climber Specialist - 2/24/2011
  • EHAP Certification 8/25/2011 annually thru 11/16/2021
  • Tree Care Safety Specialist - 8/5/2011
  • Chipper Operator Specialist - 1/22/2014
  • SRT Climber - 12/5/2014
  • Chain Saw Specialist - 4/5/2016
  • Crew Leader and Qualified Crew Leader Certificate - 2/20/2018
  • Crane Operations Specialist - 5/7/2018


Strong, hands-on, innovative self starter who enjoys challenging opportunities, excels in creative and forward-thinking problem solving, can interface with cross-functional teams and individuals of all levels. Hardworking and determined with strong program management and team leadership skills. Adept at improving company policies, educating workers and resolving problems with a proactive approach. Proficient in OSHA guidelines for arboricultural work environments. Focused on promoting a culture of safety at all levels. I want to continue Learning, Improving, Bettering myself and ultimately I need to surround myself with people with higher intelligence, that I can absorb wisdom from.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Local Office Safety Coordinator

The F.A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company
03.2022 - Current
  • Conduct weekly safety tailgate topics to entire office. (Documented)
  • Deliver monthly safety training programs to entire office in alignment with OSHA regulations/compliance. (Documented)
  • Organized Safety Committee meetings twice a month to discuss updates on ongoing initiatives while actively involving employees in decision-making processes related to health & safety matters. (Documented).
  • Trying to collaborated with management to develop strategic safety goals and trying to promote a strong culture of workplace safety.
  • Conducting regular jobsite inspections, identifying potential hazards and ensuring prompt corrective action. Documenting 2 inspections a week since 3rd week of October 2023.
  • Evaluated incident reports, determining root causes and implementing preventive measures to avoid recurrence.
  • Organized Safety Committee meetings twice a month to discuss updates on ongoing initiatives while actively involving employees in decision-making processes related to health & safety matters. Documented
  • Inspected worksites, work practices, and gear for compliance with established safety standards. (Documented)
  • Conducted safety training and education to employees to increase awareness of safety hazards and try to empower employees to work safely.
  • Conducted regular safety inspections and audits to identify potential hazards and prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Investigated incidents, try to determining root causes and implementing corrective actions.
  • Assist with new-employee health and safety orientations.

Arborist Climber/ Purchasing/Trainer

S.P. McClenahan Co., Inc. (Tree Service Company)
08.2010 - 03.2022

- Arborist Climber on a tree crew.

- Purchasing of life support, rigging gear and P.P.E

- Provided certain TCIA (Tree Care Academy) training... Example : Grounds Person Specialist, Chainsaw Specialist, Chipper Specialist, Climber Specialist. Also involved in Annual Aerial Rescue Trainings( tree rescue scenarios).

- Assisted with Job Planning and estimates for Fire District Hazardous Tree Removal Program/Contract.

- Attended TCI Expos (from 2011-2019)

- Attended National Safety Council Expos(2013, 2016 & 2017)


Operations/Purchasing/Shipping and Receiving/Facility Manager

Zillion TV
08.2008 - 06.2010
  • Improved facility efficiency by implementing preventive maintenance programs and optimizing resource allocation.
  • Increased cost savings by renegotiating vendor contracts and identifying areas for budget optimization.
  • Oversaw building automation system and monitored HVAC, security systems, maintaining functionality of equipment
  • FAB employee security card implementation.
  • Created Purchase Orders for Accounting Department.
  • Negotiated contracts with Shipping Providers UPS, FedEx and DHL. Processed shipments to customers via NetSuite with UPS Labeling
  • Set Top Box Assembly


Retail Clerk

Dehoff's Key Markets
09.1996 - 07.2008
  • Stocking and Load Crew(receiving and break down)
  • Cashier
  • Ordering
  • Bookkeeping
  • Opening and Closing the Store
  • Customer Service
  • Developed strong relationships with customers by delivering exceptional service and addressing their needs efficiently.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the checkout.
  • Inventory

Apprentice Carpenter

C.B. Construction
02.2001 - 09.2003
  • Flash Remodel
  • Demolition
  • Fabrication
  • Plumbing
  • Sheet Metal

HVAC Apprentice

Weather Masters
01.2000 - 02.2001
  • Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
  • HVAC
  • Plumbing
  • Sheet Metal / Fabrication
  • Air Duct work
  • Electrical

Clerk

Peninsula Liquors
02.1995 - 11.1999
  • Cashier
  • Opening / Closing the Store
  • Ordering
  • Stocking
  • Bookkeeping

Education

No Degree - General Education

Foothill College
Los Altos, CA

Anthropology And Native American History

Cañada College
Redwood City, CA

High School Diploma -

Woodside High School
Woodside, CA
06.1995

Skills

  • OSHA Standards
  • Safety and Compliance Inspections
  • Safety Training
  • Life Support Equipment
  • Rigging Equipment
  • Site Visits
  • Safety Planning
  • Safety Courses
  • Program Management
  • Training Development
  • Recordkeeping Skills
  • Meeting Leadership
  • Workplace Inspections
  • First Aid and CPR Certification
  • Root Cause Analysis
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Forklift Operation
  • Lockout and Tagout Procedures
  • Safety Management Systems
  • Environmental Permitting
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Job Hazard Analysis
  • Hazard Identification
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Vehicle Safety
  • Accident Prevention
  • Injury Reporting
  • Risk Assessment
  • Ladder Safety
  • Worker Training
  • Workplace Safety
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Incident Reporting
  • Deficiency Documentation
  • Training Coordination
  • Accident Investigation
  • Incident Investigations

Certification

  • ISA Certified Arborist # WE-10845AT - 10/25/2023
  • ISA Certified Tree Worker Climber Specialist # WE-10845AT - 3/17/2012
  • TCIA - CTSP certified tree care safety professional #00846 - 8/22/2011
  • OSHA 30- Hour General Industry Safety and Heath Training-12/31/2023
  • OSHA 10- Hour General Industry Training + Cal/OSHA Training: State Plan Lessons - 3 Hour Course - 8/26/2023
  • OSHA Forklift Certification Training 6/4/2023 (valid for 3 years)
  • Bobcat Skid-Steer Loader Operator Training Certificate of Completion - 6/14/2023
  • American Red Cross - First Aid for Severe Bleeding(online) Certificate of Completion -2/23/2023 (valid for 2 years)
  • All Care Plus - Adult CPR & AED, Standard First Aid - 12/22/2023 (valid for 2 years)

Fishing

Any chance I can , I enjoy to get away from all civilization and be on the water fishing, but prefer catching.

Languages

Russian
Limited Working

Timeline

Local Office Safety Coordinator

The F.A. Bartlett Tree Expert Company
03.2022 - Current

Arborist Climber/ Purchasing/Trainer

S.P. McClenahan Co., Inc. (Tree Service Company)
08.2010 - 03.2022

Operations/Purchasing/Shipping and Receiving/Facility Manager

Zillion TV
08.2008 - 06.2010

Apprentice Carpenter

C.B. Construction
02.2001 - 09.2003

HVAC Apprentice

Weather Masters
01.2000 - 02.2001

Retail Clerk

Dehoff's Key Markets
09.1996 - 07.2008

Clerk

Peninsula Liquors
02.1995 - 11.1999

No Degree - General Education

Foothill College

Anthropology And Native American History

Cañada College

High School Diploma -

Woodside High School
Gregory Nicolai Karobkoff