Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Timeline

Landon Rowe

Centerton,AR

Summary

Seasoned small business owner with several years of experience in operations management, business strategy and financial management. Demonstrated success in capitalizing on new trends and technologies to drive business development initiatives. Achieving sales goals by a 5 percent increase each year. I also have a wide range of experience in all facets of construction, ranging from design to completion of multi-million dollar projects.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Rowe Lawn Care and Landscape LLC
Mena, AR
04.2010 - Current
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
  • Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
  • Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
  • Negotiated contracts and prices with vendors and suppliers.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
  • Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
  • Daily equipment maintenance.
  • Procurement of new equipment, as needed.
  • Maintained working relationship with city, state, and federal organizations.
  • Superior time management and scheduling skills.
  • Great communication skills.

AutoCAD Draftsman, Inspection, Supervisor

Vaughn Engineering / Vaughn Inspection
Mena, AR
08.2004 - 04.2018
  • Developed AutoCAD drawings from skhes, verbal instructions and other sources.
  • Created detailed drawings for components, assemblies and installations to meet customer requirements.
  • Prepared shop drawings with accurate dimensions, tolerances and material specifications.
  • Checked parts lists against assembly drawings for correctness and completeness of information.
  • Reviewed engineering changes to ensure accuracy of technical documents and drawings.
  • Drafted construction details such as sections, elevations, schedules and wall sections in accordance with applicable codes and standards.
  • Worked closely with engineers in order to understand project scope and objectives prior to drafting activities.
  • Drafted plans and detailed drawings for structures, installations and construction projects.
  • Prepared cost estimates, contracts and technical reports.
  • Maintained accurate records of all testing activities, including test results and corrective actions taken when necessary.
  • Reviewed incoming raw materials for conformance with purchase orders prior to acceptance into inventory.
  • Inspection of new construction on projects including water and sewer treatment and distribution, and water storage facilities
  • Inspection of new structures, including both conventional wood frame structures and steel-framed buildings, from the ground through completion and acceptance by the project owner.
  • Provided support services during installation phase by providing timely updates on any modifications necessary due to site conditions or changes in scope of work.
  • Kept inventory of, and ordered, all items needed for day-to-day operations of both Vaughn Engineering and Vaughn Inspection.
  • Mentored new drafters to maximize performance and accuracy.

Supervisor, Equipment Operator

James Squires Construction
Cove, AR
07.2003 - 11.2004
  • Maintained accurate records of employee performance, attendance, leave requests, and disciplinary actions.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
  • Trained new employees on company policies, job duties, and performance expectations.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Maintained daily logs of machine operations and reported any mechanical or safety issues to supervisor.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
  • Repaired minor malfunctions in the field by making adjustments and replacing parts as needed.
  • Assisted in the setup of job sites by laying out stakes, flags. per project specifications.
  • Worked closely with surveyors, engineers and other personnel onsite during construction projects.
  • Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
  • Conducted regular inspections of work area for hazardous conditions that could impact safe operation of equipment.
  • Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Checked equipment for defects before and after shift and submitted report indicating equipment condition.
  • Performed grading of site land and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
  • Maintained machinery by repairing and replacing broken and malfunctioning components.
  • Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
  • Maintained clean driving record to drive construction vehicles to and from work site.
  • Inspected and repaired equipment to maintain durability and optimal performance.
  • Located and marked underground pipes and wires to identify safe digging locations.
  • Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
  • Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
  • Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
  • Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
  • Responded to customer questions regarding products, prices and availability.
  • Fostered a positive and motivating work environment, leading to an increase in team morale.

Roughneck / Pump Installer

Gilbert's Hard Rock Drilling
Mena, AR
05.2000 - 07.2003
  • Inspected safety equipment to ensure proper operation and functionality.
  • Secured drill pipe connections with wrenches and tongs for safe drilling operations.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on machinery to identify any potential issues or problems.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during drilling operations.
  • Repaired minor mechanical failures with power tools such as grinders, saws and drills.
  • Disassembled parts of rigs when needed for repairs or replacement purposes.
  • Monitored gauges regularly for pressure levels to make sure everything is functioning correctly.
  • Installed casings into boreholes using specialized hoisting systems operated by cranes or winches.
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding tasks assigned and completed throughout shift hours.
  • Assisted on drill floor for piping, rigging and casing.
  • Removed and interested drill string from wellbores.
  • Dismantled equipment to and cleaned or performed regular maintenance.
  • Installed and maintained pumps in residential, commercial, and industrial settings.

House Framer

Corbin Country Homes
Mena, AR
05.1996 - 05.2000
  • Assisted in preparing and setting up job sites for framing projects.
  • Measured and cut lumber to specified dimensions using a miter saw, table saw and circular saw.
  • Installed window frames and door frames into openings in walls.
  • Constructed headers with lintels to support roof load over windows and doors.
  • Erected trusses, studs, plates, beams and posts as per plans.
  • Attached sheathing boards or plywood panels to exterior surfaces of walls and roofs with nails or screws.
  • Verified levels of floors, ceilings, rooflines and foundations using level instruments.
  • Maintained tools such as hammers, drills, saws, ensuring they are functioning properly at all times.
  • Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
  • Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
  • Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
  • Anchored and braced forms to complete precise joining.
  • Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
  • Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Meat Sciences

Eastern Oklahoma State College, Wilburton, OK
05-2000

High School Diploma -

Mena High School, Mena, AR
05-1998

Skills

  • Business Management
  • Project Management
  • Design coordination
  • Sales Leadership
  • Business marketing
  • Customer Relations
  • Project estimating
  • Bidding processes
  • Staff hiring
  • Sales management
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Inventory control
  • Purchasing

Accomplishments

  • Multi-year winner of the "Best Lawn Care of Mena" award that is voted on by the citizens of our service area.

Timeline

Owner - Rowe Lawn Care and Landscape LLC
04.2010 - Current
AutoCAD Draftsman, Inspection, Supervisor - Vaughn Engineering / Vaughn Inspection
08.2004 - 04.2018
Supervisor, Equipment Operator - James Squires Construction
07.2003 - 11.2004
Roughneck / Pump Installer - Gilbert's Hard Rock Drilling
05.2000 - 07.2003
House Framer - Corbin Country Homes
05.1996 - 05.2000
Eastern Oklahoma State College - Associate of Applied Science, Meat Sciences
Mena High School - High School Diploma,
Landon Rowe