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Kenneth Dones

Fresno,CA

Summary

Professional member of the International Society of Arboriculture, currently taking online courses and working towards becoming an ISA certified arborist. Previous jobs have helped develop a well-rounded understanding of workplace requirements, expectations, and safety practices. Over 5 years of experience working away from home in harsh environments and steep wilderness terrains. Well-rounded in customer service practices. Exceptional performance in prioritizing tasks, coming up with plans and working side by side with coworkers. Willing and able to work far from home and travel long distances on a daily basis.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Groundsman

The Cedars On Mills Creek Inc.
08.2022 - Current
  • Maintained the forest by conducting vegetation management and wildfire prevention strategies.
  • Protected facilities by identifying hazardous trees, creating and maintaining defensible space around structures.
  • Maintained riparian zones by keeping the creek free from debris.
  • Removed hazards and debris from trails and roads to improve safety and usability.
  • Performed a variety of tasks including technical tree felling, pruning, road reconstruction, and prescribed burns.

Work Planner

Phillips And Jordan
06.2021 - 04.2022
  • Identified and listed hazardous trees for removal along AEP Right of Ways.
  • Learned to identify hazard trees and danger trees based on visual clues such as leaf wilting, cavities, heart rot, etc.
  • Worked outside in rain, snow and below freezing temperatures.
  • Used range finders and DBH tapes to identify hazard trees and danger trees.
  • Drove company vehicles through rain, snow, black ice and rough roads with zero incidents.
  • Learned to identify over 50 different local tree species.
  • Respectfully contacted landowners to make them aware of upcoming inspections.
  • Worked with landowner requests to maintain good relationships.
  • Created KMZ's on Google earth, mapping out access points, parking areas for trailers, difficulty of terrain, landowner contact information, and detailing previous interactions with landowners.

Administrator

Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds
08.2020 - 12.2020
  • Communicated by radio, Slack, and company phone to receive and deliver requests.
  • Increased productivity by delivering requests quickly and efficiently.
  • Prioritized tasks from most important to least important to prevent down time and keep operations running smoothly.
  • Worked 84-hour weeks for extended periods of time, showing up on time everyday fit for duty.
  • Kept all documentation and records accurate and up to date in company databases for over 1000 tools and parts required to keep operations running.
  • Worked with WPA supervisors and team leads to understand supply needs and determine proper quantities for new orders.
  • Supervised and trained new staff to perform inventory upkeep and equipment maintenance tasks.

Consulting Utility Forester

Sawcal
01.2020 - 08.2020
  • Entered thousands of trees into databases, assessed diversity and monitored health.
  • Used aerial photos, GPS data and satellite maps to locate forest plots.
  • Inspected overhead powerlines and facilities for required clearance of vegetation based on scope of work.
  • Interpreted project supervisor's orders and technical documentation to complete accurate work.
  • Increased data-entry productivity by identifying issues and coming up with solutions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Herbert Hoover High School
Fresno, CA
06.2015

Skills

  • Experienced in vegetation management practices including hazard tree identification and mitigation
  • Good time management and reliable performance when faced with deadlines
  • Efficient in multi-tasking and prioritizing objectives from most important to least important to ensure efficiency and eliminate down time
  • Determination to achieve goals and excel
  • Good memorization and identification skills
  • Valid class C driver's license with reliable vehicle
  • Comfortable maneuvering large vehicles in tight spaces, rain, snow, and off-road terrains
  • Confident with working in areas with no internet connection
  • Proficient in understanding and identifying workplace hazards and filling out job safety analysis forms
  • Ability to take on complex tasks with very minimal training
  • Integrity to work hard and not cut corners when there is little to no supervision
  • Experienced in consulting with landowners and respecting their concerns to maintain positive customer relationships
  • Able to perform physically demanding tasks
  • Working efficiently in high stress environments while maintaining proper safety procedures

Certification

  • CPR, AED and First AID (expires 6/10/2023).
  • OSHA 30-hour Construction Safety and Health
  • OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Safety and Health.

Accomplishments

  • Awarded Outstanding Academic Achievement in Construction Interior and Science.
  • Placed 3rd in Fresno Unified School District's Tournament of Technology.
  • Cross country award for "most inspirational".

References

  • Joshua Chastain

Certified Arborist

Fresno, CA

(559)554-6911

  • Lyle Gleckner

Area Supervisor

Columbus, OH

(570)651-0567

  • Dennis Rhodes

Groundsman

Squaw Valley, Ca

(559)287-6433

Timeline

Groundsman

The Cedars On Mills Creek Inc.
08.2022 - Current

Work Planner

Phillips And Jordan
06.2021 - 04.2022

Administrator

Wonderful Pistachios & Almonds
08.2020 - 12.2020

Consulting Utility Forester

Sawcal
01.2020 - 08.2020

High School Diploma -

Herbert Hoover High School

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