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Michael Morris

Silver Creek,GA

Summary

As a ISA Certified Utility Arborist with over 11 years of experience in utility arboriculture, I have worked for both Distribution and Transmission electrical systems. I have Managed crews as a coordinator, In this role I was responsible for pre-planning, managing crews, and budgeting cost per mile on projects. In this role i have also assembled multiple crews to assist on out of state storm restoration efforts. I love interacting with customers and navigating their questions and concerns. Leadership and reputation has always been at the top of my list.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Foreman

Townsend Tree Service
10.2023 - Current
  • Preformed Transmission rights of way patrols.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Communicate with customers regarding rights of way and vegetation maintenance.
  • Felled and Pruned trees in right of way per ANSI A-300 standards.
  • Supported emergency response efforts after natural disasters or severe weather events by clearing debris or removing damaged trees efficiently.
  • Preserved tree structural integrity with proper pruning techniques, promoting healthy growth patterns.

Coordinator

PowerGrid Services
04.2023 - 10.2023
  • Preplanned vegetation maintenance and communicated through customers prior to crews arriving
  • Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
  • Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
  • Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
  • Managed crews and equipment to be effective on timely vegetation projects.

Foreman

Townsend Tree Service
11.2019 - 03.2023
  • Preformed Transmission rights of way patrols.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Communicate with customers regarding rights of way and vegetation maintenance.
  • Felled and Pruned trees in right of way per ANSI A-300 standards.
  • Supported emergency response efforts after natural disasters or severe weather events by clearing debris or removing damaged trees efficiently.
  • Preserved tree structural integrity with proper pruning techniques, promoting healthy growth patterns.

Foreman

Trees Unlimited
01.2013 - 11.2019
  • Trimmed and removed tree limbs to provide reliable service to customers.
  • Communicated and educated customers about pruning objectives around utility powelines.
  • Followed safety protocols in accordance with OSHA standards and good practices for tree care and pruning.
  • Helped develop crew to obtain higher skillsets and gain promotions.

Education

GED -

Georgia Northwestern Technical College
Rome, GA
05.2010

Skills

  • ISA Certified Arborist certification
  • ISA Utility Specialist
  • Knowledge of NERC Standard, FAC 003-4
  • Ability to identify local trees and growth rates
  • Ability to assemble and organize tree crews for storm restoration efforts
  • Knowledge of both Georgia Power Distribution and Transmission systems

Timeline

Foreman

Townsend Tree Service
10.2023 - Current

Coordinator

PowerGrid Services
04.2023 - 10.2023

Foreman

Townsend Tree Service
11.2019 - 03.2023

Foreman

Trees Unlimited
01.2013 - 11.2019

GED -

Georgia Northwestern Technical College

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