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Work History
Education
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Ryan Divis

Coal City

Summary

Dynamic Crew Foreperson with extensive experience at ground level and aloft. Known for strong communication skills and a commitment to safety, I effectively delegate tasks and ensure optimal performance. Proven ability to identify hazards and enhance project efficiency through meticulous equipment inspections.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Crew Foreperson

Shade Tree Service
01.2025 - Current

Most of my local region shifted to shade tree after aspludh lost the vegetation management contract.

Sticking with the same general forperson and even the same journyman we continued the same line clearance work. And i gained deeper familiarity with overhead construction

I kept growing as a foreperson learning to delicate tasks to my crew more efficiently, and staying reliable with excellent attendance.

Wonderful understanding of the importance of equipment maintenance. From handtools/power tools, to heavy duty hydraulic systems

Journyman / Crew Foreperson

Asplundh Tree Expert
10.2014 - 12.2024

Starting as a groundperson progressing all the way to foreperson taught me many new skills.

Excellent climber. Very comfortable aloft.

Experience with bucket trucks, and working hand in hand with bigger equipment such as cranes.

Developed heightened situational awareness during storm response.

Able to identify extensive list of hazards

Well versed with detailed job briefings explaining all hazards, and work tasks per crew member

Maintenance Technician

Trifab Construction
04.2013 - 06.2013

As a maintenance contractor in ExxonMobil my duties included assembling office trailers

Spill containment setups. Confined space training.

Handling garbage pickup throughout plant.

General maintenance and cleaning of various machines.

Groundsperson / Climber

Johnke Tree Service
03.2008 - 11.2012

Operated and maintained various groundskeeping equipment, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards.
Assisted in tree trimming and removal tasks, contributing to overall project efficiency.
Implemented landscaping techniques to enhance aesthetic appeal of properties.
Conducted routine inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring readiness for daily operations.

Education

High School Diploma -

Coal City High
Coal City, IL

Skills

    Friendly

    Good communication with public/ property owners

    Excellent equipment inspections and maintenance

    CDL-class b

    first aid/cpr

    LOTO certified

References

  • John Moser. Family friend 815-370-1130
  • Art Rangel. Former GF 773-617-4586
  • Andy Barrera. Former GF 708-253-2190
  • Alan Stiles. Former GF/current supervisor 219-712-6689
  • Tom Lambert. Former GF/current work planner 815-955-3146

Timeline

Crew Foreperson

Shade Tree Service
01.2025 - Current

Journyman / Crew Foreperson

Asplundh Tree Expert
10.2014 - 12.2024

Maintenance Technician

Trifab Construction
04.2013 - 06.2013

Groundsperson / Climber

Johnke Tree Service
03.2008 - 11.2012

High School Diploma -

Coal City High
Ryan Divis