Jake Girtz
Mantua,OH
Summary
Task-oriented team player competent at working independently and with minimal supervision who strives to beat expectations and capitalize on any and all opportunities given. Safety-minded individual skilled in communicating effectively with fellow workers and adhering to industry protocols and procedures. Always willing to learn from more experienced individuals in the industry.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Ground Crew Worker
Heeter Enterprises
04.2021 - Current
- Operated chainsaws and hand tools for tree removal and pruning tasks.
- Assessed tree health and determined appropriate maintenance procedures.
- Supervised junior staff during tree care operations to ensure safety standards.
- Conducted risk assessments prior to tree work to mitigate hazards.
- Implemented efficient workflow processes for team projects, enhancing productivity.
- Trained new employees on proper equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with clients to discuss project requirements and expectations effectively.
- Reduced safety risks with timely removal of hazardous trees and limbs.
- Operated heavy machinery, such as bucket trucks and wood chippers, ensuring safe and effective job execution.
- Facilitated storm cleanup efforts following severe weather events, removing fallen trees efficiently while minimizing further damage.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe working conditions during tree maintenance tasks.
- Increased client satisfaction through efficient completion of jobs within budget constraints.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections and maintenance tasks to minimize downtime on job sites.
- Improved aesthetics for residential and commercial properties through expert tree shaping and grooming.
- Enhanced tree health by performing proper pruning and trimming techniques.
- Supported clients in navigating local regulations related to tree management, permitting processes, and preservation requirements.
- Demonstrated a strong commitment to sustainable practices, recycling and repurposing wood materials whenever possible.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Assisted with removal of hazardous trees, safely cutting limbs and removing trunks.
- Followed safety regulations and company procedures to safeguard personnel and equipment.
- Prepped trimming tools by sharpening shears, grinders, and saw teeth.
- Organized materials, tools, and equipment to supply team members.
- Chopped and trimmed trees and operated chipping equipment for limbs.
- Removed dead and excess branches from trees.
- Followed safety protocols in accordance with OSHA standards and good practices for tree care.
- Operated shredding and chipping equipment and fed limbs and brush into machines.
- Maintained heavy machinery such as a backhoe, multiple tractors, and mini excavators
Laborer
Diamond Eye Stable
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Assisted in daily care and maintenance of horses and stable facilities.
- Operated various tools for grooming, feeding, and exercising horses.
- Maintained cleanliness of stable areas to promote health and safety standards.
- Supported team in organizing supplies and equipment for efficient operations.
- Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, trailers, horse hitches, saddles, and power tools (chainsaws, rototillers, hay escalators).
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment.
- Executed routine tasks independently, adapting quickly to changing conditions.
- Collaborated with coworkers to complete daily farm tasks efficiently and quickly.
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Assisted farmers with feeding and watering cows, turkeys, chickens, and horses.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rootstown Local Highschool
Rootstown, OH06-2021
Skills
- Reliability
- Problem-solving
- Safe work practices
- Time management
- Safety consciousness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Heavy equipment operation
- Tool maintenance
- Tree felling
- Wood chipping
- Chainsaw operation
- Aerial lift proficiency
Accomplishments
I was a member of the Boy Scouts of America from the ages 12-18, in that time I achieved the rank of Life Scout and many merit badges. I was the Senior Patrol Leader for three consecutive terms for a total of two and a half years leading my troop to many great accomplishments and was an integral part of reorganizing and restructuring the troop to strive for years to come. In that time I learned many great life and character skills that have shaped me into the young man I am today.
Timeline
Ground Crew Worker
Heeter Enterprises
04.2021 - Current
Laborer
Diamond Eye Stable
10.2020 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
Rootstown Local Highschool