Richard Chamberlain
Gleason,TN
Summary
Energetically propelled Asplundh Tree Expert operations with expert heavy equipment operation and a keen eye for environmental awareness, achieving zero safety incidents. Mastered GPS navigation and materials handling, enhancing productivity and safety. Demonstrated exceptional skill in emergency response and preventive maintenance, significantly contributing to seamless utility services.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Bucket Operator , Groundsman , Machine Operator
Asplundh Tree Expert
11.2023 - Current
- Operated cherry picker on public roadways with zero traffic incidents and minimal disruption to traffic flow.
- Positioned boom truck and operated lift on uneven and all-terrain conditions.
- Used tree climbing equipment, harnesses and boot spikes to remove branches from powerlines and areas near powerlines.
- Operated multiple types of cherry picker equipment in utility maintenance environments with zero safety incidents.
- Inspected and serviced cherry picker vehicle as part of regular preventive maintenance and repair of worn out or broken components.
- Utilized tools such as chainsaws, pole saws and other tree clearing equipment in elevated positions and near high voltage powerlines.
- Applied use of vehicle stabilizers preventing possible vehicle tipping upon extension of boom.
- Responded in emergency capacity during bad climate weather to restore utility services and provide disaster recovery.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
- Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
- Turned valves and opened chutes to dump, spray or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.
- Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Monitored compliance with plant procedures, safety, and sanitation protocols as well as government regulation.
- Managed and monitored processes and machine systems by observing readings on control boards.
- Managed operation of boilers, pumps and Type systems.
- Quickly shut down equipment in emergency situations following protocols.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Calibrated, tested, and adjusted machine settings or controls in preparation for production operations.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Developed and implemented strategies for water conservation.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitchpins.
- Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
- Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
- Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Suggested specific ideas for process, productivity and safety improvements.
Education
Ged -
Skills
- GPS Navigation
- Site Grading
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Environmental awareness
- Safety awareness
- Loading and unloading
- Equipment operations
- Materials Handling
- Materials Movement
Hard and safe employee
I worked as a deckhand and tanker man for ten yrs then I had own paving business that I still do very little with due to storm work I’ve been doing paving for 25 yrs or more now I work for Asplundh tree service I’ve worked trees my whole life and just like the challenges but I want to learn more I would be a dedicated employee and will travel anywhere and can drive any kind of truck but I do not have my CDL’s but would be interested in getting them
Timeline
Bucket Operator , Groundsman , Machine Operator - Asplundh Tree Expert
11.2023 - Current
Centerville Ged School - Ged,
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