Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Software
Certification
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Ryan Steggall

Summary

Confident assessor of citizen need based on comprehensive knowledge of urban silviculture. Thoughtful and safety-oriented arborist highly knowledgeable in tree health and physical space-enhancing practices. Creative scientist at center of decision-making in determination of proper arboricultural procedures. Excellent motivator with team oriented goals in mind.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Community Forestry Inspector

City Of Lincoln
04.2022 - Current
  • Responds to public tree service requests assessing the condition of public trees and determining needed work related to trimming or removal; forwards recommended work to the Community Operations Forester for scheduling and assignment to a Section crew.
  • Provides guidance in the development of street tree plans for new developments; determines the amount of surety needed for street trees based on the approved street tree plan.
  • Inspects street trees planted in new developments and recommends release of street tree sureties.
  • Coordinates entering new public street trees into electronic asst management system.
  • Assures compliance with subdivision standards and guidelines, design standards, and municipal specifications.
  • Oversees use of electronic asset management and workflow system to manage public tree inventory and to organize work of the section.
  • Assists Community Operations Forester and Community Outreach Forester in coordinating response to storm damage and emergency trimming.
  • Reviews potentially hazardous trees on private property in coordination with the City Law Department.

Arborist I

City Of Lincoln
04.2020 - 04.2022
  • Optimized equipment performance with regular maintenance checks, decreasing downtime and increasing efficiency.
  • Operated shredding and chipping equipment and fed limbs and brush into machines.
  • Cleared grounds of limbs, snow and trash.
  • Demonstrated tree-health science experience by delivering fact-based solutions to specific arboricultural concerns.
  • Reduced environmental impact by employing sustainable arboriculture methods in daily tasks.
  • Maintained and operated wood chipper safely to minimize accidents and keep equipment properly functioning.
  • Felled trees carefully to avoid damage to property and landscape.

Construction Laborer

Ayars & Ayars
04.2018 - 04.2020
  • Assisted in the completion of projects on time by collaborating with team members to complete tasks efficiently.
  • Assisted in minimizing project delays resulting from inclement weather conditions by working diligently to protect materials and equipment from exposure damage.
  • Ensured accurate measurements by using industry-standard tools for leveling, alignment, and measurement purposes.
  • Contributed to successful project completions through diligent execution of assigned tasks, such as excavation and demolition work.
  • Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by cooperating with team members and demonstrating strong work ethic at all times.

Arborist I

City Of Lincoln
10.2017 - 04.2018
  • Operated shredding and chipping equipment and fed limbs and brush into machines.
  • Cleared grounds of limbs, snow and trash.
  • Demonstrated tree-health science experience by delivering fact-based solutions to specific arboricultural concerns.
  • Maintained and operated wood chipper safely to minimize accidents and keep equipment properly functioning.
  • Felled trees carefully to avoid damage to property and landscape.

Cook Shift Leader

The Landing
10.2008 - 09.2017
  • Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
  • Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
  • Trained and mentored new cooks, resulting in increased productivity and improved teamwork within the kitchen staff.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Utilized expert knowledge of various cooking techniques to prepare diverse dishes that met or exceeded guest expectations.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Measured, weighed, and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lincoln Southeast High School
Lincoln, NE
08.2011

No Degree - Finance

University of Nebraska - Lincoln
Lincoln, NE

No Degree - Culinary Arts

Southeast Community College Area
Lincoln, NE

Skills

  • Progress Monitoring
  • Testing Data Documentation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Strategic Planning
  • Attention to Detail
  • Operations Monitoring
  • Decision-Making
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Performance monitoring
  • Ethics and integrity

Accomplishments

  • Completion of Municipal Forestry Institute Training

Software

Microsoft Office 365

Beehive

Certification

  • International Society of Arboriculture Certified Arborist
  • International Society of Arboriculture Certified Municipal Specialist
  • International Society of Arboriculture Certified Tree Risk Assessment Qualification
  • Nebraska Arborist Association Certified Arborist
  • City of Lincoln Licensed Arborist
  • Nebraska Pesticide Applicator License
  • CDL Class A



Timeline

Community Forestry Inspector

City Of Lincoln
04.2022 - Current

Arborist I

City Of Lincoln
04.2020 - 04.2022

Construction Laborer

Ayars & Ayars
04.2018 - 04.2020

Arborist I

City Of Lincoln
10.2017 - 04.2018

Cook Shift Leader

The Landing
10.2008 - 09.2017

High School Diploma -

Lincoln Southeast High School

No Degree - Finance

University of Nebraska - Lincoln

No Degree - Culinary Arts

Southeast Community College Area
Ryan Steggall