Travis Hutchens
Troutman,NC
Summary
Results-driven tree care professional with strong skills in hazard assessment, teamwork, and safety awareness. Proven ability to lead efficient operations and ensure customer satisfaction. Strong attention to detail and extensive experience with advanced rope techniques and rigging.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Tree Cutter
Earnest Tree Service
08.2025 - Current
- Climbed and rigged down trees using proper rigging techniques.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Identified potential hazards in work environment to maintain safety standards.
- Operated chainsaws and hand tools for tree cutting and removal tasks.
- Adhered to safety protocols during tree felling and pruning processes.
- Assisted in site preparation by clearing debris and preparing work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to execute efficient tree removal operations.
- Operate equipment used to move and dispose heavy material.
Owner/Operator
Hutchwood Tree Service
05.2021 - Current
- Managed daily operations, ensuring safety protocols and quality standards were consistently met.
- Coordinated with clients to assess needs and provide tailored tree care solutions.
- Developed marketing strategies to increase business visibility and attract new clients.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Used tree felling techniques to safely remove trees from customers property.
- Climbed and rigged down trees used proper rigging techniques.
- Operated equipment to move and dispose heavy wood.
- Hired and trained new personnel.
- Oversaw scheduling, optimizing crew assignments for efficiency and productivity.
Welder Foreman
C.R. Onsrud Inc.
04.2017 - 07.2021
- Supervised welding crew, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Coordinated workflow schedules to optimize production efficiency and minimize downtime.
- Trained new welders in advanced techniques and best practices for equipment operation.
- Conducted regular inspections of completed welds, identifying areas for process improvement.
- Implemented quality control measures, resulting in improved product consistency and customer satisfaction.
- Managed inventory of welding supplies, ensuring availability of necessary materials for projects.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot design issues and enhance fabrication processes.
- Collaborated with other foremen to streamline workflows for improved efficiency across teams.
- Increased overall productivity by implementing efficient welding techniques and processes.
Structural Welder
Austal USA
03.2015 - 04.2016
- Fabricated and assembled structural components following blueprints and specifications for U.S. Naval vessels.
- Operated welding equipment, ensuring precision in weld quality and integrity.
- Conducted inspections of welds to maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and enhance productivity.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols, minimizing workplace incidents significantly.
Welding Fabricator
McCombs Steel
06.2012 - 10.2014
- Advanced skills in various welding techniques including MIG, TIG, stick welding, and plasma cutting.
- Maintained superior craftsmanship standards while working under tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Read and followed blueprints and weld diagrams.
- Learned and implemented advanced rigging techniques for heavy structure and crane use.
- Installed metal staircases with road crew on multi-day projects out of town.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Mitchell Community College
Statesville, NC05-2010
Skills
- Hazard assessment
- Heavy equipment operation
- Tool maintenance
- Aerial lift operation
- Debris management
- Tree climbing
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Reliability
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 8 staff members.
- Led and managed projects for new structural steel designs and implemented efficient work practices to complete projects in a timely manner.
- Climbed and rigged down 100'+ trees over customer's homes and other structures.
Timeline
Tree Cutter
Earnest Tree Service
08.2025 - Current
Owner/Operator
Hutchwood Tree Service
05.2021 - Current
Welder Foreman
C.R. Onsrud Inc.
04.2017 - 07.2021
Structural Welder
Austal USA
03.2015 - 04.2016
Welding Fabricator
McCombs Steel
06.2012 - 10.2014
Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Management
Mitchell Community College