James Tallman
Webb City,MO
Summary
Proven leader in operational efficiency and staff oversight, I enhanced team performance and project delivery at ARC, driving a significant increase in customer satisfaction. Skilled in strategic planning and training, my approach fosters a culture of achievement and safety, ensuring compliance and promoting professional growth within diverse teams. Versatile Field Operations Manager knowledgeable about team leadership, training and quality assurance management. Talent for assessing operations, uncovering problems, and developing improvement plans. Bringing 5 years of related experience.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Operations Manager
ARC
07.2019 - Current
- Maintained open lines of communication between upper management and field personnel, facilitating smooth information flow throughout the organization.
- Coordinated logistics efforts for efficient deployment of resources across various job sites simultaneously.
- Monitored team performance to assess training requirements and areas in need of improvement.
- Managed large-scale projects from inception to completion, consistently meeting deadlines and staying within budget constraints.
- Implemented quality control measures to minimize errors during project execution, resulting in fewer customer complaints and higher satisfaction rates.
- Boosted team morale by fostering a positive work culture and recognizing outstanding individual achievements regularly.
- Mentored junior staff members through coaching sessions and performance evaluations, promoting professional growth within the team.
- Conducted regular safety audits and implemented corrective measures, ensuring a safe working environment for all team members.
- Assisted in the development of company policies and procedures related to field operations, ensuring compliance across all teams.
- Performed daily inspections, charted readings, documented equipment downtime, and oversaw maintenance for equipment.
Park Manager
City Of Miami
08.2009 - 07.2019
- Implemented successful volunteer programs that engaged the community in conservational efforts and park maintenance tasks.
- Increased park revenue by developing and promoting attractive packages for group bookings and events.
- Championed diversity initiatives both within staffing practices as well as providing inclusive programming options catered toward varied demographics.
- Streamlined daily operations with the development of comprehensive SOPs for all staff members.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal allocation of funds towards essential park operations.
- Conducted ongoing evaluations of facility conditions, prioritizing improvements based on urgency and available resources.
- Led multi-disciplinary teams in executing projects aimed at improving park facilities and infrastructure.
- Improved employee retention rates by fostering a positive work environment and offering growth opportunities.
Apprentice Lineman
City of Miami Ok
04.2006 - 08.2009
- Positioned boom trucks and man lifts to reach lines, transformers, and existing connections.
- Assisted Journeyman Lineman with work to learn trade and practice techniques.
- Expanded skill set through hands-on experience with various tools, machinery, and techniques used in the field of power line work.
- Developed proficiency in operating heavy machinery such as bucket trucks, digger derricks, and boom lifts to complete various tasks on the job site.
- Worked with construction crews to route and re-route power lines around new builds either via above-ground lines or below-ground utilities.
- Promoted safe working practices within the crew by adhering to established safety protocols at all times.
- Gained proficiency in climbing poles, towers, and structures to perform required tasks at varying heights.
- Supported successful project completions by collaborating closely with experienced linemen and supervisors to execute assigned tasks effectively.
- Responded to emergency repair calls to conduct line switching or sectionalizing to reroute current and speed service restoration.
- Worked to string, splice, and transfer wire in both energized and de-energized circuits.
- Traveled to other cities as part of disaster recovery response following widespread destruction resulting from storms and wildfires.
- Used climbers, bucket lifts and safety equipment for work at heights reaching as much as 75 feet above ground.
Tree Crew Trimmer/General Foreman
City Of Miami Ok
01.2003 - 04.2006
- Used hand tools to complete delicate work.
- Fostered a positive work environment by maintaining a professional demeanor and collaborating closely with team members to achieve shared objectives.
- Increased overall plant health with meticulous attention to detail during the trimming process.
- Adapted quickly to changes in production schedules, remaining flexible and responsive under tight deadlines.
- Maintained safety practices and quality controls.
- Managed workload effectively, prioritizing tasks based on urgency while meeting productivity targets consistently.
- Maintained open lines of communication with supervisors, providing timely updates on progress toward goals and addressing concerns as needed.
Education
Journeyman Lineman - Journeyman Lineman
Merchant Job Training & Safety
04.2008
High School Diploma -
Webb City High School
Webb City, MO05.1996
Skills
- Staff Oversight
- Operational Efficiency
- Training and mentoring
- Operational planning
- Strategic Planning
- Inventory Tracking
- Team Supervision
- Schedule Coordination
- Workflow Planning
Timeline
Field Operations Manager
ARC
07.2019 - Current
Park Manager
City Of Miami
08.2009 - 07.2019
Apprentice Lineman
City of Miami Ok
04.2006 - 08.2009
Tree Crew Trimmer/General Foreman
City Of Miami Ok
01.2003 - 04.2006
Journeyman Lineman - Journeyman Lineman
Merchant Job Training & Safety
High School Diploma -
Webb City High School
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