Chris is a well known and respected industry professional that has been working with trees since 1990. He is a skilled tree climber with a reputation for having a tireless work ethic.
Years with Graf Tree Care: 18
Years in the tree care industry: 35
Certifications:
ISA Certified Arborist (1999). Lic #IL 1321-A
Zac is one of the most well-rounded arborists in the Chicago area, and can work efficiently in all three divisions of our company
Years with Graf Tree Care: 12
Years in the tree care industry: 20
Education: Northern Illinois University (2003) Biology
Certifications:
ISA Certified Arborist (2005). Lic #IL 4615-BCMA
ISA Board Certified Master Arborist (2016)
Qualifications and Recognition:
ISA TRAQ Qualified (2017)
Justin has been in the green industry for over 20 years, working in the private industry as a landscape architect. Justin has been with Graf Tree Care for 5 years and is the Head Crew Leader, he manages our crews on the larger job sites. Justin is fluent in English & Spanish, enjoys woodworking with barn wood, and is a proud father of 1 daughter.
Years with Graf Tree Care: 5
Education: Kishwaukee Junior College (1997) Horticulture
Henri has been climbing with a moveable rope system since he was 10 years old, assisting his father at multiple Arbor Day celebrations over the years. Henri is proficient with aerial lifts, stump grinders, and the skid steer. He lives in Elburn and enjoys hanging out with his girlfriend.
Roberto has been with Graf Tree Care for 2 years. He is married to Margarita and has 2 children, 28 and 23. At 64 Roberto is the oldest tree crew member and is revered for his incredible work ethic. In his free time, Roberto plays guitar and baseball in a men’s league.
Pedro has been with Graf Tree Care for 2 years and has been in the green industry for 20. Pedro is a Climber and can operate an aerial lift. He is proud father of 5 children, ages 10, 14, 19, 22, & 25, with wife Martha and has 1 grandchild.
Marcos is a recent graduate of St. Charles East High School and has been with Graf Tree Care for 6 months. Marcos is a climbing apprentice, driver, and runs the stump grinder. He plays electric guitar and is one member of the father/son duos that work for the company.
Madi has been with Graf Tree care for 1 month. She is a member of the Tree Crew for the winter learning pruning skills and tree ID in preparation for the upcoming Plant Health Care Season. She has a BS in Environmental Science from Oregon State University and enjoys art, reading, and hanging out with her family.
Education:
BS, Environmental Science, Oregon State Univ.
Maizie has been with Graf Tree Care for 5 years and has worked her way up from filing to the Office Manager position. Maizie has enjoyed learning the ins and outs of running a business and she is excited to take on this new challenge managing communications with our clients and keeping things running smoothly from behind the scenes.
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