DENNIS HUNSICKER
East Stroudsburg
Summary
Honest and ethical Operations Manager that is self-motivated and experienced in collaborating with consultants, area leaders and employees to streamline and strengthen processes and control costs. Highly organized and detailed collaborator with solid record of accomplishment in meeting and exceeding business targets. In-depth knowledge of operational and budget management techniques.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Downes Tree Service, Inc
Hawthorne
2021.07 - Current
- Managed business successfully to uphold reputation for professionalism and results
- Communicated clear objectives and implemented hands-on strategies resulting in peak performance
- Organized resources and teams to manage needs and coordinate operational support
- Directed administrative staff handling business finances, customer contacts and recordkeeping.
Supervisor
NG Gilbert
2017.01 - 2021.07
- Set staffing schedules, administered payroll, and coordinated equipment maintenance
- Improved team performance by providing direction and hands-on support.
- Maximized employee performance with effective training and close mentoring.
- Focused employees on important tasks and prioritized work actions to accomplish daily goals
- Tracked employee performance to determine areas of strength and skills to improve
- Oversaw employee training and all staff management tasks.
- Controlled labor costs by streamlining workflows based on expected demands.
Crew Chief
Lewis Tree Service
2014.02 - 2016.12
- Maintained equipment safety and operations with daily inspections and regular upkeep
- Identified problems with trees such as diseases and pests with knowledgeable inspections
- Improved shape of trees and eliminated undue burdens through trimming, topping and reshaping
- Educated customers on good choices for new trees and how to care for different species
- Kept equipment running well through consistent maintenance and basic repairs.
- Safeguarded site operations by regulating traffic near, in, or around work zones.
Crew Chief
Rick's Tree Service
Philadelphia
2012.01 - 2014.02
- Observed all OSHA and ANSI regulations and company policies for safe working procedures
- Improved support for specific trees with cables, braces, and stakes.
- Verified compliance with project specifications, codes, and safety standards.
- Directed felling of trees through strapping, bracing, and strategic cuts.
- Kept utility and public rights-of-way professional by pruning and removing trees.
- Tied standard knots used in line clearing and general arboreal rigging.
Arborist
Asplundh Tree Expert, Co
Allentown
2005.04 - 2012.01
- Operated aerial lift units trucks to handle tree trimming jobs around New Jersey and Pennsylvania
- Left customer locations clear and professional by removing all debris from trimming operations
- Delivered fast and friendly service regarding questions and service complaints.
- Anticipated needs and resolved problems to keep customers happy.
- Helped projects proceed smoothly with skilled assessments of current conditions and expected requirements
- Identified problems with trees such as diseases and pests with knowledgeable inspections.
Education
Palmerton Area High School
04.2005
Skills
- Employee management
- Site supervision
- Time management
- Task prioritization
- Complex problem-solving
- Budget administration
- Scheduling
- Adapts easily to new situations, company cultures and work processes
References
REFERENCES
Art Romain - (973) 534-6158 PSEG
Michael Shadle - Utility Forester, Jersey Central Power and Light - (862) 266-6772
Michaels Shelton - Lead Forester, New York State Electric and Gas - (518) 775-
6233
Scott Raber - Supervisor, NG Gilbert Services, LLC - (484) 515-8820
Timeline
Operations Manager
Downes Tree Service, Inc
2021.07 - Current
Supervisor
NG Gilbert
2017.01 - 2021.07
Crew Chief
Lewis Tree Service
2014.02 - 2016.12
Crew Chief
Rick's Tree Service
2012.01 - 2014.02
Arborist
Asplundh Tree Expert, Co
2005.04 - 2012.01
Palmerton Area High School