Steven Rivera
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Climber and Pruner
NYC Department of Parks and Recreation
10.2024 - Current
- Cut dead and excess branches from trees and cleared branches around power lines.
- Climbed trees using climbing hooks, belts or climb ladders to gain access to work areas.
- Removed dead and excess branches from trees.
- Assisted with removal of hazardous trees, safely cutting limbs and removing trunks.
- Operated shredding and chipping equipment and fed limbs and brush into machines.
- Maintained and operated chainsaws and chippers to reduce safety hazards and support productivity.
- Operate log loader
- Followed safety protocols in accordance with OSHA standards and good practices for tree care.
Climber and Pruner Apprentice
NYC Department of Parks and Recreation
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Cut dead and excess branches from trees and cleared branches.
- Hoisted tools and equipment to tree trimmers and lowered branches with ropes.
- Used chainsaws, hooks, handsaws, shears and clippers.
- Operate bucket truck and chipper
- Assisted with removal of hazardous trees, safely cutting limbs and removing trunks.
Civil Service Gardener
NYC Parks & Recreation
04.2016 - 07.2023
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Cared for grounds by mulching, aerating and edging around flower beds and walkways.
- Scheduled regular landscaping services to promote optimal growth and maintain attractive appearance of lawns and facility grounds.
- Fertilized, cultivated and weeded soil to deliver steady supply of nutrients to plants.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
- Supervised volunteer and seasonal team members during gardening projects.
Seasonal City Parks Worker
NYC Parks & Recreation
04.2015 - 10.2015
- Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
- Used hand-held tools to maintain green spaces.
- Transported plants and trees to and from planting sites.
- Planted bulbs, bushes, trees and flowers to enhance environment.
- Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
Helper/Driver
FedEx
12.2014 - 04.2015
- Assisted in loading delivery trucks with prepared packages.
- Tracked parcel movement using hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
- Scanned and sorted packages according to destinations and service type using handheld scanner.
- Requested customer signatures for deliveries.
Carpenter Helper
Daniel Construction
01.2007 - 11.2013
- Helped with movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
- Installed drywall, ceilings and trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
- Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting with sandpaper, tape and other materials.
- Mixed and applied paints, varnishes and sealants to promote lasting finish.
Education
High school diploma - Fine arts
High School of Art & Design
01.2006
Skills
- Pruning
- Plant identification
- Lawn maintenance
- Planting
- Teamwork oriented
- Attention to detail
- Trimming experience
- Tree pruning and removal
Accomplishments
ERN # 1497945
Passed Supervisor Exam #2555 - 6/8/2022
Certification
- Game of Logging Level 1 and 2 Training - 7/31/2023, 8/1/2023
- Climber and Pruner Training - October 2024
- Flagger Training - 91/2023-9/1/2027
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Climber and Pruner
NYC Department of Parks and Recreation
10.2024 - Current
Climber and Pruner Apprentice
NYC Department of Parks and Recreation
07.2023 - 10.2024
Civil Service Gardener
NYC Parks & Recreation
04.2016 - 07.2023
Seasonal City Parks Worker
NYC Parks & Recreation
04.2015 - 10.2015
Helper/Driver
FedEx
12.2014 - 04.2015
Carpenter Helper
Daniel Construction
01.2007 - 11.2013
High school diploma - Fine arts
High School of Art & Design
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