HECTOR BARRERA
Wilmington,CA
Summary
Dynamic General Foreman with expertise in team leadership, safety enforcement, and site inspections. Proven ability to train staff and optimize workflow efficiency while ensuring compliance with industry regulations. Proficient in using established software for work applications and work distribution.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Foreman
Tree Service Kings
Jordan Ca
06.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily operations for tree removal and maintenance projects.
- Trained team members on safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Coordinated schedules and resource allocation to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations during service execution.
- Conducted routine inspections of tools and machinery for maintenance needs.
- Showcased exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected project challenges, rapidly adjusting strategies and reallocating resources to maintain progress and minimize delays.
- Assigning tasks to different work groups, optimizing production times and employee safety.
- Managed team of arborists, ensuring safety compliance and effective performance on-site.
Safety Supervisor
Tree Service Kings
Jordan Ca
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Conducted safety inspections to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Developed and implemented safety training programs for team members.
- Monitored equipment usage to promote safe operating procedures among staff.
- Assisted in accident investigations, identifying root causes and preventive measures.
- Maintained accurate records of safety incidents and training sessions.
- Collaborated with management to enhance workplace safety protocols and practices.
- Facilitated regular safety meetings to reinforce best practices and foster a culture of safety awareness.
- Participated in safety meetings by answering questions from staff members.
- Monitored safety practices of new and existing employees.
- Instructed employees on OSHA standards.
- Led employee training on safe usage of equipment.
- Developed and implemented training programs for staff on safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Conducted safety inspections to ensure compliance with industry regulations and best practices.
- Monitored job sites for hazards, recommending corrective actions to mitigate risks.
Tree Climber
International Tree Managment
Apple Valley, CA
11.2021 - 05.2024
- Operated chainsaws and climbing equipment to safely prune and remove trees.
- Assessed tree health and stability, identifying risks for proactive management.
- Collaborated with team members to execute complex tree removal projects efficiently.
- Implemented safety protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards during operations.
- Trained junior climbers on techniques, tools, and safety practices in tree care.
- Evaluated equipment performance, recommending upgrades to enhance operational efficiency.
- Operated chainsaws and climbing gear for tree removal and maintenance tasks.
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Leading teams
- Supervisory skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Crew management
- Coordinating tasks
- Job site maintenance
- Safety enforcement
- Site inspections
- Safety practices
- Effective communication
- Documentation skills
- Work assignments
- Report writing
- Team training and support
Certification
CTSP CERTIFIED 06796
EHAP CERTIFIED
OSHA 30 CERTIFIED
OSHA 10 CERTIFIED
ATSSA CERTIFIED FLAGGER
Timeline
General Foreman
Tree Service Kings
06.2025 - Current
Safety Supervisor
Tree Service Kings
06.2024 - 06.2025
Tree Climber
International Tree Managment
11.2021 - 05.2024