Jared Thacker
Greenville
Summary
Experienced tree care professional prepared to excel in all aspects of arboriculture. Strong background in tree maintenance, pruning, and hazard assessment, ensuring healthy and safe environments. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing needs. Skilled in using climbing equipment and chainsaws, with keen understanding of plant health and disease management. Reliable, safety-conscious, and dedicated to delivering high-quality outcomes.
Experienced with team leadership, strategic planning, and operational management. Utilizes effective communication and organizational skills to drive project success. Track record of fostering productive work environments and achieving set goals. Will always go above and beyond on the task at hand and will show up in a timely manner.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Arborist
Kendall Vegetation Services LLC
07.2025 - Current
- Operated chainsaws and hand tools to perform tree trimming and removal tasks
- Assisted in identifying tree health issues and recommended appropriate treatments
- Followed safety protocols during high-risk operations to ensure team safety
- Collaborated with senior arborists to learn advanced tree care techniques
- Maintained equipment and tools for optimal performance and reliability
- Documented work performed on each job site for accurate record-keeping
- Participated in ongoing training programs to enhance arboricultural knowledge
- Felled trees carefully to avoid damage to property and landscape.
- Used chainsaws, hand saws and extended saws to assist in creation of customer visions.
- Consistently met or exceeded job performance expectations, earning positive reviews from both clients and supervisors alike.
- Trimmed and removed tree limbs in contention using safety measures.
Manager
Union City Boys Llc
02.2021 - 02.2025
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure efficiency and productivity across all departments.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow and reduced operational bottlenecks.
- Mentored team members, fostering a collaborative work environment and skill development.
- Developed training programs to enhance staff performance and adherence to best practices.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing discrepancies and improving accuracy.
- Implemented quality control measures that increased service standards across all departments.
- Facilitated communication between teams to ensure alignment on project goals and deadlines.
- Analyzed operational workflows to identify areas for process improvement and cost reduction.
- Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation to optimize workforce utilization and service delivery.
- Mentored junior staff on best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
Groundsman
Lewis Tree Services
05.2020 - 12.2021
- Operated equipment for tree trimming and removal, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Maintained landscaping tools and machinery, optimizing performance and longevity.
- Assisted in executing site preparations for tree planting and maintenance projects.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow efficiency during project execution.
- Conducted regular inspections of job sites to identify potential hazards and mitigate risks.
- Developed strategies to improve site cleanup processes following tree services operations.
- Trained new staff on proper safety measures and equipment usage for ground operations.
- Led team efforts in maintaining high standards of environmental sustainability in all projects.
- Maintained equipment functionality with regular checks, cleaning, and minor repairs as necessary.
Education
High School Diploma -
Versailles High School
Versailles, OHSkills
- Chainsaw operation
- Public safety awareness
- Storm damage cleanup
- Hazardous tree evaluation
- Tree trimming
- Tree removal
- Tree identification
- Aerial lift operation
- Customer service
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Goal setting
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Arborist
Kendall Vegetation Services LLC
07.2025 - Current
Manager
Union City Boys Llc
02.2021 - 02.2025
Groundsman
Lewis Tree Services
05.2020 - 12.2021
High School Diploma -
Versailles High School