Derek Rogers
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Dynamic professional transitioning from a successful career in trucking to pursue opportunities in the utilities industry, leveraging robust skills in strategic decision-making, complex problem-solving, business leadership, and multitasking abilities. Current role as a Groundman/Lineman Trainee at PCL Construction showcases proficiency in heavy equipment operation, utilization of hand and power tools, and adherence to safe work practices. Experienced in performing groundwork tasks such as setting and framing poles, digging trenches, and delivering materials, alongside driving and operating line and bucket trucks. Proven track record in business management and leadership cultivated during tenure as Vice President/General Manager at Gerald Ford Trucking & Harvesting Inc., where responsibilities included employee management, client relationship cultivation, and oversight of maintenance and safety programs. Operational expertise further demonstrated as an Operations Manager at J&D Trucking, where adeptness in vehicle inspection, maintenance, and repair ensured compliance with regulatory standards. Committed to applying diverse skills and experiences to excel in the dynamic field of the utilities industry.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
10
10
Certificate
Work History
Groundman/Lineman Trainee
PCL Construction
02.2023 - Current
- Assist the Journeyman in the various aspects of line maintenance, repair and construction; including gain poles, frame crossarms, assemble guys and splice wire, loading and unloading material.
- Responsible for maintaining equipment and materials in linemen truck, such as conduit benders, wire strippers, and power tools.
- Provided lineman with necessary protective equipment needed for work being done ie. (hot sticks, rubber goods, blankets, gloves, etc).
- Operates truck and power equipment used in overhead and underground line construction. Responsible for driving vehicles equipped with tools and materials to job sites. Operated vehicles up to the 12,000 lb. unladen weight class.
- Maintained work areas clean and organized. Picked up scrap wire, boxes, and other discarded materials.
- Delivered polls to needed destinations for installment and replacement
- Dismantling material removed from line and placing it on the trucks.
- Digging holes for poles and anchors, drives ground rods and pulls wires and guys to tension.
- Performs other miscellaneous manual labor functions as directed.
- Pulled up cables by hand from large reels mounted on trucks and lifting 40 lbs or greater as needed.
- Worked in various weather conditions and remote regions.
- Follows all rules and regulations of the safety company manual, emphasizing safety as the number one priority
Vice President/General Manager
Gerald Ford Trucking & Harvesting Inc.
12.2012 - 12.2022
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Coordinated seasonal harvest plans for almond, pistachio, and potato harvests.
- Cultivated strong client relationships and engaged in prospect meetings to drive business growth.
- Operated heavy machinery ; Harvest equipment, Farm tractors, Semi trucks, Loader, Motor Grader, and Backhoe
- Developed and oversaw company maintenance and safety programs.
- Welding and Fabrication for maintenance of trucks, trailers, and farm equipment.
Operations Manager
J&D Trucking
06.2012 - 12.2016
- Inspected vehicles and requested maintenance tasks completed within specific timeframes.
- Provided all drivers with pertinent safety materials regarding rules and regulations.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed repairs such as replacing electrical censors and rewiring electrical systems on vehicles, changing and replacing tires and brakes, servicing vehicles, and vehicle diagnostics.
- Established records for DOT and BIT programs.
Education
Certified Utility Worker Program -
American Lineman College
Bakersfield, CA05.2024
High School Diploma -
Shafter High School
Shafter, CA06.2022
Skills
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Business Leadership
- Multitasking Abilities
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Proficient with hand and power tools
- Electrical testing
- Safe Work Practices
Certification
- Commercial Drivers License Class A
- Climbing Certificate
- Pre-Apprentice Certificate
- CPR/AED/FIRSTAID
- OSHA ET&D
- Digger Derrick Certification
- Bucket Truck, Enclosed Space Cert.
- Chain Saw Certification
- Advanced Rigging Certification
- G.O. 95 Certification
- Groundman Certification
Timeline
Groundman/Lineman Trainee
PCL Construction
02.2023 - Current
Vice President/General Manager
Gerald Ford Trucking & Harvesting Inc.
12.2012 - 12.2022
Operations Manager
J&D Trucking
06.2012 - 12.2016
Certified Utility Worker Program -
American Lineman College
High School Diploma -
Shafter High School
- Commercial Drivers License Class A
- Climbing Certificate
- Pre-Apprentice Certificate
- CPR/AED/FIRSTAID
- OSHA ET&D
- Digger Derrick Certification
- Bucket Truck, Enclosed Space Cert.
- Chain Saw Certification
- Advanced Rigging Certification
- G.O. 95 Certification
- Groundman Certification
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