Crew Leader & Crane Operator
Industry Certifications:
- ISA Certified Arborist
- CTSP – Certified Treecare Safety Professional
- CDL – Commercial Drivers License
- Pesticide Applicators License
- Qualified Rigger Signal Person
- NCCER Certified Crane Operator
Education:
Associate’s Degree in Landscape Design from MATC
Additional Roles in the Company:
Tree & Landscape representative for the Safety Committee
Areas of Expertise/ Specialties:
I think my best area of expertise is large removals. I do enjoy doing pruning and planting work as well and my experience helps me excel in running most types of equipment.
Andrew remotely controlling the crane to remove a large tree.
Industry Related Volunteer Work:
I volunteer every year at the Wisconsin Arborist Association Climbing Competition as the head judge for the the ascent event.
I also had the privilege of helping at Saluting Branches, an initiative that involves caring for trees on veteran cemeteries, this past year.
I have also helped with Kid’s Climb events and as an volunteer instructor in local industry classes.
How Did You Get Your Start at Wachtel Tree Science and Why Did You Choose Wachtel as Your Employer?
I started at Wachtel Tree Science in December of 2021 after talking with several friends that had worked here. I chose Wachtel because I know the company values their employees and safety is the priority above everything else. Wachtel Tree Science is committed to further education and supporting employees in being knowledgeable in areas they are passionate about.
What Do You Like Best About Working at Wachtel Tree Science?
What I like best about Wachtel Tree Science is the culture and work environment the company has created. Their continuous push to be better as a company and to have each employee be the best they can be. Their willingness to help in the industry through volunteer work and helping others.
What Advice/Tips Do You Have for Aspiring Tree Care Professionals?
Come to work every day willing to help your crew/team out. Be willing to take direction/advise from others and be willing to push yourself in the right situations to grow as an arborist and as a person.
Hobbies and Interests:
- Spending time with my wife and two kids
- Climbing trees with my kids
- Working in my yard
- Going up to our cabin
- Wake surfing
- Grilling/smoking all sorts of food
