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Christopher Long

Barrie,ON

Summary

Experienced customer service specialist with a background in marketing management. Demonstrated success in building client relationships and enhancing customer satisfaction. Expertise in optimizing processes for improved quality and efficiency. Committed to contributing to business growth through effective partnership development.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Ground Crew

Mulmur Tree Service
Mulmur, Ontario
04.2025 - Current
  • Operated chainsaws and other equipment to remove hazardous branches safely.
  • Assisted with the pruning and removal of trees in urban areas.
  • Climbed trees using safety equipment to access branches for trimming and pruning.
  • Operated a variety of power tools including chainsaws, chippers, stump grinders and pole saws safely and efficiently.
  • Utilized a 55-foot bucket lift for precise tree trimming.
  • Used specialized rigging techniques to remove large limbs without damaging property or surrounding vegetation.
  • Maintained safety of work areas by adhering to strict regulations.
  • Performed tree risk assessments to identify potential hazards posed by existing trees.
  • Cleared work areas of brush, stumps and other debris.
  • Installed braces, cables and stakes to support tree growth.

Manager/Crew Leader

Lake Simcoe Movers
Keswick, ON
10.2020 - 03.2025
  • Planned safe and practical routes considering traffic patterns, weather conditions, and company policies.
  • Verified job completion through site walkthroughs using detailed checklists.
  • Sorted cargo for accurate shipment, minimizing delays and enhancing productivity.
  • Cleaned job sites of packing materials after loading trucks with boxes and furniture.
  • Moved customer belongings weighing up to 80 lbs efficiently between trucks.
  • Protected furniture by disassembling fragile parts and securing unstable components.
  • Ensured thorough job completion verification through comprehensive site inspections.

Auto Body Apprentice

Zenetec
Barrie, Ontario
01.2024 - 01.2025
  • Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and software.
  • Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex automotive problems.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace to promote safety standards.
  • Disassembled and reassembled vehicle components as necessary during repairs.
  • Replaced damaged body panels with new or recycled OEM parts.
  • Replaced damaged car fenders, grills and panels.
  • Inspected completed jobs for quality control purposes prior to releasing vehicles back to customers.
  • Maintained records of all repairs performed on each vehicle including time spent on each job.

Online Business Owner

Online Coding Service
Fort Erie, ON
02.2017 - 08.2020
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of regulatory changes to adjust business operations accordingly.
  • Capitalized on social media platforms to increase market awareness.
  • Studied market to determine optimal pricing of goods and services and to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
  • Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
  • Maintained motivated and well-paid sales team by calculating commission payments on time.
  • Dealt with customer needs to satisfaction and gave all information to ensure returns
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Provided outstanding coaching to employees to boost productivity.
  • Assessed supplier quality to maintain tight cost controls and maximize business operational performance.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lakeshore Catholic High School
Port Colborne, ON
06.2017

Skills

  • Sales expertise
  • Complaint resolution
  • Active listening
  • Account management
  • Management experience
  • Staff training and education
  • Materials handling

Timeline

Ground Crew

Mulmur Tree Service
04.2025 - Current

Auto Body Apprentice

Zenetec
01.2024 - 01.2025

Manager/Crew Leader

Lake Simcoe Movers
10.2020 - 03.2025

Online Business Owner

Online Coding Service
02.2017 - 08.2020

High School Diploma -

Lakeshore Catholic High School
Christopher Long