RICARDO MONTES
YUBA CITY
Summary
Experienced in vegetation management with a focus on overseeing operations and training inspectors. Committed to maintaining safety and productivity through effective project coordination and customer support.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Vegetation Management Supervisor
PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY
01.2021 - Current
- Oversaw vegetation management operations and guided inspectors in their tasks
- Assist with training new vegetation management inspectors
- Coordinate work and supervise project schedules
- Informed property owners of upcoming vegetation management activities, fostering transparency and cooperation.
Custodian
Yuba City Unified School District
Yuba City, California
12.2022 - 04.2026
- Maintained cleanliness in classrooms, hallways, and common areas.
- Operated cleaning equipment such as vacuums and floor buffers.
- Ensured proper disposal of waste and recycling materials.
- Restocked supplies in restrooms and communal spaces daily.
- Sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors; cleaning bathrooms, kitchens, and other common areas; emptying trash cans and disposing of waste appropriately.
Foreman
MOWBRAYS TREE SERVICE
05.2014 - 12.2020
- Supervised daily operations of tree service crew and equipment to maintain safety standards and optimize performance.
- Executed trimming and removal of trees from high-voltage power lines for SMUD, enhancing safety for electrical infrastructure.
- Adhered to OSHA and ANSI policies during all operations.
- Used and maintained wood chipper and chainsaws to ensure operational efficiency.
- Provided customer service to clients, addressing inquiries and ensuring satisfaction.
Foreman
UTILITY TREE SERVICE
02.2011 - 03.2014
- Supervised daily operations of tree service crew and equipment to deliver timely and quality service.
- Operated and maintained wood chipper and chainsaws to optimize equipment performance and safety.
- Trimmed trees near high voltage power lines for SMUD to ensure safety and compliance.
- Adhered to OSHA and ANSI policies to ensure workplace safety.
- Provided exceptional customer service to address client inquiries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Yuba City High School
Yuba CityCollege -
Yuba Community College
Yuba CitySkills
- Vegetation management
- Environmental compliance
- Machinery maintenance
- Project management
- Staff training and development
- Customer relationship management
References
Available upon request.
Professional Development
- More than 25 years of experience in tree service
- Possess organizational skills and able to prioritize complex work assignments
- Ability to work under pressure and stressful situation
- Ability to work with speed and accuracy
- Eager and enthusiastic in taking on new challenges
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
Certification
- OSHA 30
Timeline
Custodian
Yuba City Unified School District
12.2022 - 04.2026
Vegetation Management Supervisor
PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY
01.2021 - Current
Foreman
MOWBRAYS TREE SERVICE
05.2014 - 12.2020
Foreman
UTILITY TREE SERVICE
02.2011 - 03.2014
High School Diploma -
Yuba City High School
College -
Yuba Community College