Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Jacob Edwards

Asplundh Tree Expert
Dobson
16
years of professional experience

Experienced utility vegetation management leader with a proven record of supervising crews, training employees, and managing field operations. Skilled in safety enforcement, effective communication, and daily planning. Known for protecting prune quality, meeting customer expectations, and keeping work moving smoothly.

Work History

General Foreman

9 Years 4 Months
Asplundh Tree Expert | 06.2017 - Current
  • Supervise, train, and coordinate utility vegetation management crews conducting line clearance, hazard tree removal and new construction operations in accordance to established utility standards and specifications.
  • Managed crew budget, including overhead equipment costs, employee payroll & benefits, and profit margins (both short and long term).
  • Monitor field operations to ensure safety, prune quality, and relationships with our customers met or exceeded upper management and utility expectations.
  • Worked closely with Duke Energy employees and other contractors to build rapport and achieve our common goal: reliable power and customer satisfaction.

Merchandiser

1 Year 9 Months
Mondelez International (Nabisco) | 08.2015 - 05.2017
  • Executed store resets and planogram updates to maintain compliant product presentation.
  • Replenished shelves and backstock using handheld ordering systems to prevent out-of-stocks.
  • Audited pricing, signage, and promotional displays for accuracy across assigned accounts.
  • Built strong retailer relationships to secure space for new items and seasonal promotions.
  • Coordinated with store management to resolve display issues and improve shelf placement.

Rehabilitation Technician

1 Year
United Rehab Specialists | 08.2014 - 08.2015
  • Assist physical therapists with evaluations, exercise programs, and progress tracking for patients in an inpatient setting.
  • Logged progress and recommendations into medical software.
  • Assist wound care professionals with evaluations and treatments of patients in an outpatient clinic setting.
  • Maintained high level of professionalism and bedside manner.
  • Adhered to all HIPA regulations and ensured patients received the top notch care they expected.
  • Assisted therapists with patient positioning, transfers, and mobility support.
  • Monitored equipment cleanliness and maintained infection control standards.
  • Managed supply inventory and replenished materials to support daily operations.

Shift Leader

4 Years 11 Months
Food Lion | 09.2010 - 08.2015
  • Supervised front-end and department associates to maintain smooth shift operations and service standards.
  • Resolved customer concerns promptly while supporting courteous, efficient checkout and store service.
  • Monitored cash handling procedures and verified accuracy during register openings, closings, and till counts.
  • Coordinated daily merchandising, stocking, and recovery tasks to keep sales floor organized and stocked.

Education

Associate of Science - Kinesiology

East Carolina University | Greenville, NC

High School Diploma

Surry Central High School | Dobson, NC | 05-2012
  • Awarded John Philip Sousa Award for leadership and musical excellence
  • Awarded Semper Fidelis Marine Band Award:

To recognize outstanding leadership, endurance, reliability, loyalty, self-discipline, and teamwork within our music program rather than just being the top-performing soloist.

Skills

Arboriculture expert
Leading teams
Equipment operation
Supervisory skills
Verbal and written communication
Crew management
Coordinating tasks
Safety enforcement
Daily planning
Blueprint analysis
Hour tracking
Documentation skills
Effective communication
Project deadlines

Timeline

General Foreman

Asplundh Tree Expert
06.2017 - CurrentRead More

Merchandiser

Mondelez International (Nabisco)
08.2015 - 05.2017Read More

Rehabilitation Technician

United Rehab Specialists
08.2014 - 08.2015Read More

Shift Leader

Food Lion
09.2010 - 08.2015Read More

East Carolina University

Associate of Science from Kinesiology
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Surry Central High School

High School Diploma
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Jacob Edwards