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Ben Gusso

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure position. Ready to help team achieve goals. Ready to get started right away and on time.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Pat Burke Trucking and Logging Ltd

Pat Burke
05.2025 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Operated heavy machinery such as feller bunchers, skidders, loaders, delimbers, slashers, yarders efficiently for smooth logging operations.
  • Heavy Equipment Operator License (tractor/ loader/ backhoe)
  • Implemented cost-saving measures by monitoring fuel consumption rates and adjusting operating techniques as needed.

Custom Carpenter

Mucci Custom Carpentry
06.2024 - 05.2025
  • Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
  • Utilized hand tools such as hammers, chisels, levels, squares, and measuring tapes to complete tasks with precision and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with experienced carpenters to improve skillset through hands-on training and mentorship opportunities.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Prepared materials accurately using hand and power tools to make precise cuts.
  • Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by working on a diverse range of projects including residential remodels, commercial fit-outs, and new construction.

Tree Arborist

Treescape
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Collaborated with team members on complex tree projects, ensuring efficient completion of tasks.
  • Performed risk assessments for client properties, addressing potential hazards before they became issues.
  • Reduced property damage risks through strategic tree removals and preventative maintenance.
  • Utilized specialized equipment for safe and efficient tree work, reducing job completion times.
  • Used chainsaws, hand saws and extended saws to assist in creation of customer visions.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks and trailers.
  • Felled trees carefully to avoid damage to property and landscape.
  • Maintained and operated wood chipper safely to minimize accidents and keep equipment properly functioning.
  • Maintained work vehicles and equipment.
  • Performed basic tree pruning, watering and fertilizing.
  • Removed stumps marked centuries after initial felling.

Landscaper Laborer

Jakins&Sons
06.2021 - 08.2023
  • Removed weeds, and debris from gardens
  • Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers.
  • Operated skid steers, wheel loaders, forklifts, and yard.

Landscaping Laborer

Done Right Landscapes
06.2020 - 10.2020
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.

Education

St. Peter's Secondary School
Peterborough, ON
2026

Skills

  • Team Collaboration and Cooperation
  • Active Listening
  • Work Organization and Prioritization
  • Work Site Cleaning and Organization
  • Team Leader
  • Positive and Friendly
  • Reliable and Trustworthy
  • Hardworking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Self-Motivated
  • Organization and Time Management

Timeline

Pat Burke Trucking and Logging Ltd

Pat Burke
05.2025 - Current

Custom Carpenter

Mucci Custom Carpentry
06.2024 - 05.2025

Tree Arborist

Treescape
06.2023 - 08.2023

Landscaper Laborer

Jakins&Sons
06.2021 - 08.2023

Landscaping Laborer

Done Right Landscapes
06.2020 - 10.2020

St. Peter's Secondary School

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