Sebastian Boyd
Tree Surgeon/ Second Climber
Contact
Philadelphia, 19120
267-271-0525
f2ptree@yahoo.com
Objective
Second Climber experienced in the use of tree trimming and maintenance equipment such as aerial boom trucks, chippers, stump grinders, dump trucks and power tools such as chain saws.
Seeking a Lead Climber position in an established organization with growth potential. Available to start immediately.
Education
Orleans Technical College
Philadelphia, PA
Electrical Technician- GPA 3.00
2017
Olney Charter High School
Philadelphia, PA
High School Diploma
2006- 2010
Experience
Sept 2022 – Present
Arborist/ Driver• Lambeth Council • London, UK
● Undertake tree works on behalf of their Domestic, Commercial and Local Authority Clients throughout London Borough of Lambeth
● Emergency call out
● Driving, vehicle, and machine maintenance
Mar 2022 – Sept 2022
Arborist Second Climber (FTC) • Southwark Council • London, UK
● Undertake tree works on behalf of their Domestic, Commercial and Local Authority Clients throughout London Borough of Southwark
● Emergency call out
Jul 2021 – March 2022
Tree Surgeon/ Second Climber • Red Squirrel Tree Surgery • London, UK
● Work various sites- mixture of domestic, commercial, local authority and utility Arb
● CS30, CS31, CS38, CS39
● Treatment for insects, diseases, and tree removal
● Emergency call out
Feb 2020 – Jun 2020
Second Climber/ Driver • SavATree • Philadelphia, PA
The Tree Care Team is involved in all aspects of:
● Pruning, removals, cable bracing and other concepts related to tree care
● Operating and maintaining chippers, chainsaws, and all other equipment safely
● Assist with specialist works, including technical crane works, rigging and large take down operations
● Assist with Driving duties
Mar 2019 – Dec 2019
Tree Climber/ Driver • Erek’s Tree Services • Philadelphia, PA
● Assist climbers and crew leader working on the ground and aloft
● Assist with driving, backing, dumping, and parking duties
Dec 2018 – Feb 2019
Quality Assurance Assistant • Suncycle USA • Charlotte, NC
Sep 2016 – Aug 2018
CCT Operator • SEPTA • Philadelphia, PA
Licenses & Permits
Full International (USA) License
Full UK Driving License
Right to work in the UK
Professional Courses & Certifications
Nov 2021
4-week Combination Arboriculture Course • Kingswood TreeHouse Training • Sevenoaks, England
● NPTC Unit 201/202 (CS30) – Chainsaw Maintenance, Crosscutting
● NPTC Unit 203 (CS31) – Felling Trees up to 380mm diameter
● NPTC Unit 206/306 (CS38) – Tree Climbing and Aerial Rescue
● NPTC Unit 308 (CS39) – Using a Chainsaw from a Rope and Harness
● NPTC ITA - Safe Use of Woodchippers
● LANTRA Cert – Basic Tree Inspection (BTI)
May 2019
3-day Tree Climbing Course • Penn State Extension • Elizabethtown, PA
● Safety/safe climbing practices
● Equipment/use of hand tools
● Tree terminology
● Tree disease and insect diagnosis
● Culture and pruning
● Tree removal
● Knots
Oct 2017
Electrical Technician • Orleans Technical College • Philadelphia, PA
● OSHA 10 – Construction Safety and Health
● NOCTI – House Wiring Basic Form: C1/Semi-Skilled
● HILTI – Powder actuated hand tools
Languages
English – Native
Spanish – Fluent
Hobbies & Interests
Nature • Tree Biology • Minerals • Forests and Woodland • Basketball • Boxing • Gym • Video/ PC Gaming • Travelling
References
Available upon Request
