Justin Plotner
Jacksonville ,FL
Summary
Dynamic Tree Climber with proven expertise at Blue Ox Expert Tree Service, excelling in advanced climbing techniques and effective communication. Enhanced workflow efficiency, resulting in timely project completions and high client satisfaction. Committed to safety and continuous improvement, with a strong focus on tree health and professional service delivery.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Tree Climber
Trees LLC/ JEA/ Asplundh
Jacksonville, FL
07.2021 - 04.2026
- Operated chainsaws and climbing gear to perform tree trimming and removal tasks safely.
- Conducted routine safety inspections on climbing equipment to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Assisted team members in navigating challenging terrains while maintaining effective communication for safe operations.
- Implemented proper techniques for pruning trees, enhancing overall health and aesthetics of vegetation.
- Collaborated with ground crew to coordinate efficient debris removal following tree maintenance activities.
Tree Climber/ Ground Maintenance Technician
Blue Ox Expert Tree Service
Jacksonville, FL
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Oversaw daily operations during large-scale projects, ensuring adherence to timelines and quality standards.
- Developed strategies for optimizing workflow processes, resulting in increased efficiency during tree maintenance services.
- Efficiently removed deadwood from trees to promote overall health and prevent potential hazards to nearby structures or pedestrians.
- Collaborated with ground crews to enhance communication and workflow efficiency.
- Mentored new team members, fostering a culture of safety and accountability within crew.
- Utilized specialized equipment for efficient tree climbing, increasing overall job completion rates.
- Established strong relationships with clients by consistently delivering high-quality results in a timely manner.
- Completed thorough post-project inspections to confirm all work was completed to client specifications and industry standards.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing client concerns and educating them on proper tree care practices.
- Used ropes and chains to reach hard-to-reach branches for trimming and pruning.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Cloud
St Cloud Florida 06-2008
Skills
- Advanced climbing techniques
- Tree identification
- Hazardous tree assessment
- Stump grinding
- Valid Driver's license
- Strong physical stamina
- Continuous learning attitude
- Adherence to safety protocols
- Proper rigging techniques
- Tree health diagnosis
- Tree cabling and bracing
- Groundskeeping experience
- Chainsaw operation expertise
- Precision felling techniques
- Chainsaw operation
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Tree trimming and cutting branches
- Multitasking
- Power tool operation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Tree planting
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Landscape maintenance
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Decision-making
- Landscape equipment operation
- Relationship building
- Safety procedures
- Grounds maintenance
- Waste disposal
- Team building
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- GPS navigation
- Tree pruning and removal
- Goal setting
- Professionalism
- Safe chemical handling
- Record keeping
- Time management abilities
- Continuous improvement
- Physical stamina
- Inventory management
- Adaptability
- Written communication
- Work planning
- Equipment maintenance
- Disease identification
- Heavy machinery operation
- Emergency response
- Professional demeanor
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Traffic control
- Chemical application
- Analytical skills
- Landscaping plans
- Project presentation
- Reshaping
- Site cleaning and organization
- Climbing skills
- Tree topping
- Communication skills
- Insect identification
- Pruning
- Topping
- Landscape equipment knowledge
- Road clearing
- Brush chipping
- Planting procedures
- Trimming experience
- Tree shaping
- Felling trees
Timeline
Tree Climber
Trees LLC/ JEA/ Asplundh
07.2021 - 04.2026
Tree Climber/ Ground Maintenance Technician
Blue Ox Expert Tree Service
07.2019 - 06.2021
High School Diploma -
St Cloud