Arville C Benton III
Beebe,AR
Summary
Motivated forestry professional familiar with supporting training operations and facilitating communication between participants and instructors. Knowledgeable about identifying needs and mapping out improvement plans. Bringing several years of experience in instruction and program development.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Forest Ranger
Arkansas Department of Agriculture
Kensett, Arkansas
11.2020 - 03.2025
- Coordinated fire prevention activities and controlled prescribed burns to promote forest safety.
- Monitored forest health through regular inspections and assessments to identify ecological issues.
- Collaborated with local agencies on environmental initiatives addressing community concerns.
- Conducted public outreach events, educating visitors on forestry resources and conservation practices.
- Utilized geographic information systems (GIS) for effective mapping and resource management.
- Identified tree species and mapped stand strata to support biodiversity efforts.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, including wildfires, ensuring forest protection.
- Constructed fire breaks and removed brush to enhance fire prevention measures.
Reforestation Specialist
Arkansas Forestry Commission
Little Rock, Arkansas
05.2017 - 11.2020
- Maintained tools and equipment for fieldwork.
- Supervised seasonal staff performing tasks like harvesting seedlings.
- Generated reports to track team performance.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
- Participated in ongoing training and compliance activities to uphold standards.
- Planted various tree species across multiple locations for ecological diversity.
- Tended seedlings, clippings, and buds to optimize plant yield.
- Collected, packaged, and delivered forestry seedlings to delivery locations and buyers.
Super Crew Coordinator
Arkansas Electric Cooperatives
Little Rock, Arkansas
04.2016 - 04.2017
- Coordinated crew schedules to optimize operational efficiency and ensure adequate coverage.
- Managed inter-team communication to facilitate updates on project status and task assignments.
- Documented daily activities and reported progress to management on a consistent basis.
- Resolved conflicts among team members to enhance overall team dynamics.
- Monitored compliance with OSHA regulations to uphold safety standards.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify safety hazards and potential malfunctions.
- Assigned tasks and tracked crew member progress for timely project completion.
- Provided coaching to employees to enhance job performance and skill development.
Right of Way Crew Chief
FIrst Electric Cooperative
Jacksonville, Arkansas
08.2006 - 04.2015
- Supervised daily operations of electrical right if way crew to ensure task completion.
- Coordinated safety training sessions, enhancing team.
- Conducted routine job site inspections, prioritizing safety and operational efficiency.
- Maintained team versatility by cross-training members in all key roles.
- Monitored progress on right-of-way acquisition projects, providing timely updates.
- Trained junior staff on right-of-way management regulations and best practices.
- Delegated tasks to staff while setting priorities and performance goals.
- Followed established work practices, supporting safety and risk management guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Searcy High Schoo;
Searcy, AR05-1996
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Arkansas State University
Beebe, ARSkills
- Class A CDL
- ISA certified arborist (exp 2019)
- Utility specialization certification
- TCIA CTSP (exp 2018)
- CPR certification
- Restricted use pesticide license (exp 2016)
- Off-road ATV license
- ATV safety training
- FEMA emergency management training
- Insect and disease control
- Urban forestry practices
- Safety compliance
- Operational efficiency
- Tree identification
- Problem solving
- Performance evaluation
- Communication skills
- Decision making
Timeline
Forest Ranger
Arkansas Department of Agriculture
11.2020 - 03.2025
Reforestation Specialist
Arkansas Forestry Commission
05.2017 - 11.2020
Super Crew Coordinator
Arkansas Electric Cooperatives
04.2016 - 04.2017
Right of Way Crew Chief
FIrst Electric Cooperative
08.2006 - 04.2015
High School Diploma -
Searcy High Schoo;
Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration
Arkansas State University
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