John Roderick
Vegetation Management
Meadow Vista,CA
Summary
Enterprising successful in leading every facet of new and ongoing business operations. Strategic thinker and tactical decision-maker with passion for serving customers and exceeding expectations. Creative problem solver skilled at de-escalating situations and driving positive change.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
8
8
Certifications
Work History
Division Manager
AERI
09.2023 - Current
- Enhanced employee performance with comprehensive training programs and ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Managed risk effectively with thorough assessments and proactive mitigation measures, safeguarding the division''s assets and reputation.
- Achieved consistent growth in market share through targeted marketing efforts, competitive analysis, and strategic planning activities.
ACRT Senior Vegetation Management Inspector
ACRT
01.2023 - Current
- Evaluated diverse organizational systems to identify workflow, communication, and resource utilization issues.
- Compiled research data and gave professional presentations highlighting finds and recommended optimizations.
- Increased employee satisfaction and motivation through training classes, meetings and special workshops.
- Gathered, documented, and modeled data to assess business trends.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Leveraged on-site observation and personal interviews to identify team and individual strengths.
District Manager
Mountain Enterprises Inc.
07.2018 - 08.2022
- Evaluated costs against expected market price points and set structures to achieve profit targets.
- Revitalized operations and realigned plans to better capture new opportunities and take advantage of changes in customer habits.
- Developed sales strategy based on research of consumer buying trends and market conditions.
- Worked collaboratively with loss prevention to decrease shrink and boost loss awareness.
- Built positive and productive relationships with employees and field leadership.
- Supervised multiple locations to enforce high-quality standards of operation.
- Located, developed and promoted talented employees to cultivate collaborative and hardworking leadership team.
- Established territory boundaries and distribution routes to maximize service quality.
- Worked diligently to resolve unique and recurring complaints, promoting loyalty and enhancing operations.
- Coordinated with other district managers to actualize performance improvement strategies.
- Introduced cost-saving initiatives to reduce losses and increase profit margin.
General Foreman
Trees Inc
07.2006 - 07.2018
- Ordered necessary supplies and materials required for installation of new work and remodeling of existing systems.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Assigned crew members to specific tasks to complete and supervised activities for quality.
- Planned each job with appropriate safety measures
- Delivered project updates to Manager and detailed issues that could halt work progress.
- Kept teams properly supplied with materials, tools, plans and supplementary assistance to meet project deadlines.
- Prepared daily time cards and assisted in preparation of estimates and scope of work statements.
- Checked safety credentials and licenses for crew members to comply with corporate rules.
- Assigned daily duties to each employee based upon individual strengths, effectively completing jobs on time.
Foreman
Trees Inc
07.2010 - 07.2014
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Oversaw employee attendance record, handled payroll and ordered new materials for sites.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Operated heavy equipment on daily basis.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
Tree Climber
Trees Inc
07.2006 - 07.2010
- Removed dead and excess branches from trees from high voltage power lines.
- Advised company and public on tree care and identification.
- Used spraying equipment to apply treatment to trees with diseases.
- Operated shredding and chipping equipment and fed limbs and brush into machines.
- Identified plant diseases and researched methods for mitigation.
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service.
- Improved operations through consistent hard work and dedication.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Successfully maintained clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Section Sergeant
Army National Guard
01.2004 - 01.2016
- Supervised 30 employees and performance of tasks.
- Coordinated responses to emergency situations arising in different locations.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to soldiers.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Honorable Discharge in 2016
Education
High School Diploma -
Lodi High School
Lodi, CA 08.1998 - 05.2003
Skills
Budgeting
Business planning
Business administration
Staff Management
Strategic planning
Financial Management
Contract Management
Business Development
Project Management
Leadership skills
Certification
OSHA 30
Timeline
Enviromental Health and Safety Certificate
01-2024
Division Manager
AERI
09.2023 - Current
ISA - in progress
02-2023
ACRT Senior Vegetation Management Inspector
ACRT
01.2023 - Current
District Manager
Mountain Enterprises Inc.
07.2018 - 08.2022
Tap Root Training Certified
01-2017
Foreman
Trees Inc
07.2010 - 07.2014
General Foreman
Trees Inc
07.2006 - 07.2018
Tree Climber
Trees Inc
07.2006 - 07.2010
Section Sergeant
Army National Guard
01.2004 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
Lodi High School
08.1998 - 05.2003