Markus Hoffmann

Markus came to Baumpflege Schmidt after a career change at age 32. Previously he worked as a truck driver but sought a more meaningful outdoor profession. He completed vocational training in landscaping while working part-time for the company.

Experience: Mid-level experience with 10 years in the field after career change (6/10)

Favorite Jobs

• Stump grinding
• Wood processing
• Equipment maintenance
• Site preparation

I never regretted switching careers to work with trees. There's something deeply satisfying about going home tired from physical work that actually makes a difference in the environment people live in.

Physical Condition

Markus has chronic knee pain from an old sports injury, exacerbated by the physical demands of the job. Today his right knee is particularly troublesome after yesterday's heavy lifting tasks.

Favorite Place

Markus finds particular joy in his meticulously organized tool shed at home where he keeps his growing collection of traditional woodworking tools. He's converted a small garden building into a workshop where he creates wooden objects from trees they've removed. The smell of fresh wood shavings and the methodical process of handcrafting helps him decompress after demanding workdays.

Links

Works at Baumpflege Schmidt e.K.