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John Nerges

Old Bridge

Summary

Dynamic ISA Consulting Arborist with a proven track record at Princeton Tree Care, excelling in tree health diagnosis and project management. Expert in mitigating risks from hazardous trees while enhancing client satisfaction through effective communication. Committed to community outreach and implementing integrated pest management programs to promote sustainable tree care practices.

Knowledgeable Arborist with solid background in tree health assessment and consulting. Delivered comprehensive solutions to complex arboricultural challenges, ensuring optimal tree health and safety. Demonstrated expertise in tree risk assessment and plant health care while fostering strong client relationships.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ISA Consulting Arborist

Princeton Tree Care
03.2015 - Current
  • I started with the company as a lead climber and foreman
  • Climbed regularly with cranes
  • Dealing with customers to ensure that their tree projects were carried out with white glove service
  • I had a bad injury in 2020 which led me to becoming an ISA Arborist and progressing into the next phase of my career
  • Evaluated construction impacts on trees, recommending mitigation measures to minimize harm during development projects.
  • Performed comprehensive maintenance tasks such as pruning, cabling, bracing, and lightning protection installation to ensure tree stability and longevity.
  • Reduced property damage risk by identifying hazardous trees and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction through timely communication and collaboration on project goals and expectations.
  • Monitored pest populations among client properties, implementing effective integrated pest management programs when necessary.
  • Improved tree health by conducting comprehensive assessments and providing tailored recommendations for care.
  • Initiated community outreach programs focused on raising awareness about the importance of proper tree care practices.

Production Climber

Rich Tree Service
02.2012 - 03.2015
  • Worked for companies such as the Nj Parkway, Turnpike, and the DOT to mitigate hazardous trees over the roadways
  • Used ascending systems to prune trees without spikes
  • Operated all tree equipment at a high level
  • Interfaced with clients to ensure detailed work scopes were executed in a safe manner to meet ansi standards
  • Managed crews and led my guys by setting a good example and being hard working
  • Extensive experience climning with cranes to remove trees

Production Climber/Foreman

Sav a Tree
05.2009 - 08.2011

Education

High School Diploma -

Edison High School
Edison, NJ
06-2002

Skills

  • Project management experience
  • Pest and disease identification
  • Tree appraisal proficiency
  • Tree planting design
  • Tree health diagnosis
  • Storm damage assessment
  • Soil analysis expertise
  • Tree removal

Accomplishments

I climbed trees for 20 years and was one of the best production climbers i know of. I had a career ending injury that almost left me paralyzed. While i was recovering from breaking my back in 5 spots, i decided that not only would i recover, i would climb the tallest tree in the world and retire from climbing. I then took my ISA Arborist exam and climbed one of the tallest Redwood trees in California. Soon after becoming a consulting arborist i sold over a million dollars in tree work my first year and every year since.

Certification

ISA Arborist

CPR First aid

EHAP

OSHA 30

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

ISA Consulting Arborist

Princeton Tree Care
03.2015 - Current

Production Climber

Rich Tree Service
02.2012 - 03.2015

Production Climber/Foreman

Sav a Tree
05.2009 - 08.2011

High School Diploma -

Edison High School

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