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William Tokar

Summary

Reliable individual with a large skill set and an eagerness to work and maintain productivity. Always ensuring any job is completed to the highest standard. A willingness to learn and grow, a desire for experience and a positive outlook on life. Very passionate about nature, especially the natural systems in Mississauga where I've lived my whole life.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Driver/Tree Climber

Arborcorp Tree Experts
08.2023 - Current
  • Used chainsaws, hand saws and extended saws to assist in creation of customer visions.
  • Maintained work vehicles and equipment.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks and trailers.
  • Has felled numerous trees carefully to avoid damage to property and landscape.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Uses ropes, harnesses and other protective equipment to climb trees and to identify arboricultural pathology concerns.
  • Demonstrated tree-health science experience by delivering fact-based solutions to specific arboricultural concerns.
  • Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.

Construction Supervisor

Bloom Construction Inc
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by enforcing company policies, procedures, and regulatory standards throughout each project phase.

Heavy Duty Cleaner/Shift Leader

Compass Group, Eurest
02.2021 - 08.2022
  • Promoted and maintained highest level of customer service to guests and stayed alert to individual needs.
  • Exercised care in use of hazardous cleaning chemicals, equipment and methods.
  • Performed regular maintenance and repairs on various cleaning tools and equipment.
  • Supervised numerous other workers while still completing duties as required.
  • Displayed strong problem-solving skills when faced with challenging situations involving tough-to-clean materials or unexpected messes.
  • Streamlined work processes by identifying inefficiencies in current routines and suggesting practical solutions that resulted in time savings without sacrificing quality results.

Lawn Care Technician

TruGreen
05.2020 - 08.2020
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls, and flower beds.
  • Operated varied types of lawn care vehicles, following safety protocols to prevent accidents.
  • Applied fertilizer and other nutrients to lawns to promote healthy growth.
  • Diagnosed lawn and garden issues and recommended targeted solutions.
  • Maintained and serviced lawn care equipment to enhance longevity.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.

Cross-Trained Employee

Wendy's
09.2018 - 08.2019
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Education

Certificate - Urban Forestry - Arboriculture

Algonquin College
04.2023

High School Diploma -

St. Joseph Secondary School
Mississauga, ON
06.2019

Skills

  • Time management
  • Valid Driver's license (Class AZ)
  • Clean driving record
  • Customer service
  • Broad knowledge base
  • Problem-solving
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Extensive forestry/urban forestry experience
  • Comply with city by-laws when conducting tree work

Certification

Standard First Aid - CPR-C - AED.


Chainsaw Safety.


Fall Protection.


On track to challenge ISA - certified arborist exam as well as earn my tree risk assessment qualification (TRAQ).


Class AZ license.


Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working

Timeline

Driver/Tree Climber

Arborcorp Tree Experts
08.2023 - Current

Construction Supervisor

Bloom Construction Inc
08.2022 - 08.2023

Heavy Duty Cleaner/Shift Leader

Compass Group, Eurest
02.2021 - 08.2022

Lawn Care Technician

TruGreen
05.2020 - 08.2020

Cross-Trained Employee

Wendy's
09.2018 - 08.2019

High School Diploma -

St. Joseph Secondary School

Certificate - Urban Forestry - Arboriculture

Algonquin College
William Tokar