Joseph Shipp
Arborist/Climber/Bucket Operator
Bay Miinette,AL
Summary
Dynamic and safety-conscious professional with extensive experience as a Climber at WDR Management and a Bucket Operator at Southern X Trees. Proven ability to enhance worksite safety and efficiency through rigorous equipment maintenance and ongoing education. Skilled in welding and physical conditioning, with a strong focus on injury prevention and team collaboration.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Climber
WDR Management
Bay Minette, AL
01.2025 - 03.2026
- Cabled, braced, tied, bolted, staked and guyed trees and branches to provide support.
- Cut dead and excess branches from trees and cleared branches around power lines.
- Hoisted tools and equipment to tree trimmers and lowered branches with ropes.
- Ensured efficient inventory management by monitoring equipment usage, conducting timely repairs or replacements and maintaining accurate records.
Bucket Operator
Southern X Trees
WilcoxAL
02.2013 - 12.2025
- Positioned boom truck and operated lift on uneven and all-terrain conditions.
- Continuously improved personal performance through ongoing education and engagement in industry best practices, staying current on updates to relevant equipment and technology.
- Improved worksite safety by regularly inspecting and maintaining bucket truck equipment.
- Maintained high levels of safety awareness while working in challenging environments such as extreme heights or adverse weather conditions.
Welder/Ironworker
Cheyenne Steel
Mobile, AL
01.2000 - 11.2012
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
BCHS
Bay Minette, AL05.1999
Skills
Strength training
Flexibility training
Physical conditioning
Injury prevention
Timeline
Climber
WDR Management
01.2025 - 03.2026
Bucket Operator
Southern X Trees
02.2013 - 12.2025
Welder/Ironworker
Cheyenne Steel
01.2000 - 11.2012
High School Diploma -
BCHS