Gabriel Patterson
Atlanta
Summary
Dynamic individual with extensive background in field conservation and natural resource management. Equipped with strong interpersonal skills, problem-solving abilities, and willingness to learn. Holistic educational background in the fundamentals of natural resource management and education/interpretation skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Beltline Arboretum Lead
Trees Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
02.2025 - Current
- Maintain native meadow spaces along Eastside Beltline
- Identify and protect native grasses, wildflowers, trees, and shrubs
- Identify and remove specific invasive plant species using hand tools, power tools, and targeted application of pesticides
- Safely mix and apply pesticides with backpack sprayers and hand sprayers
- Use power tools like string trimmers and hedge trimmers to cut vegetation back from trail and maintain vegetation height
- Lead groups of up to 15 volunteers on weekly vegetation removal projects
- Communicate closely with supervisor and log all work completed in Survey123
- Assist other Beltline teams with project preparation at Trees Atlanta headquarters
Park Assistant
Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services
Athens, GA
10.2022 - 01.2025
- Performed routine inspections and maintenance of natural and paved surface trails throughout Athens-Clarke County
- Performed custodial duties in outdoor facilities and bathrooms
- Assisted program specialists with recreational, educational, and volunteer programs
- Interfaced with trail users and provided visitor services
- Safely utilized small engine equipment to complete trail maintenance and vegetation clearing tasks
Groundsperson/Arborist
New Urban Forestry
Athens, GA
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Assisted in dragging and stacking brush materials for disposal. Operated wood chipper to efficiently process debris.
- Operated chainsaw for bucking, felling, and pruning tasks.
- Executed bucket truck and man lift operations
- Facilitated climber support through effective use of ropes and rigging equipment for safe log and brush cutting at height.
- Acquired foundational climbing skills through practical experience and training.
Urban Forestry Technician
Trees Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Performed fundamental urban tree care through watering, pruning, and mulching street trees in and around Atlanta
- Assisted with operational tasks and supported colleagues and team members while not in the field
Field Crew Member
Utah Conservation Corps
Logan, UT
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Gained a fundamental understanding of field conservation work on public lands in Utah
- Safely operated chainsaws and brush saws to remove woody plant material for fuels reduction and invasive species control purposes
- Completed riparian and habitat restoration projects through planting of native species and removal of invasive species
Education
Bachelor of Science - Forest Resources
University of Georgia
Athens12-2024
High School Diploma - undefined
Alan C. Pope High School
Marietta05-2017
Skills
- Strong interpersonal abilities
- Equipment operation
- Trail maintenance
- Chainsaw operation and upkeep
- Outdoor maintenance skills
- Visitor services
- Plant identification
- Geographic information systems
- Effective conflict resolution
- Adaptability
- Tree maintenance and identification
- Pesticide use and application
Timeline
Beltline Arboretum Lead
Trees Atlanta
02.2025 - Current
Park Assistant
Athens-Clarke County Leisure Services
10.2022 - 01.2025
Groundsperson/Arborist
New Urban Forestry
06.2021 - 07.2022
Urban Forestry Technician
Trees Atlanta
05.2020 - 08.2020
Field Crew Member
Utah Conservation Corps
05.2019 - 11.2019
High School Diploma - undefined
Alan C. Pope High School
Bachelor of Science - Forest Resources
University of Georgia
Details
- 770-296-1409
- gpatt1999@gmail.com