REGGIE POUSSARD
West Gardiner
Summary
Dedicated and results-oriented with over 26 years of experience in Municipal maintenance operations. Known for strong leadership, commitment to public service, and a track record of building successful teams. Proven ability to manage budgets, oversee diverse operations, and implement innovative solutions for cost reduction and improved efficiency.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Highway Operations Manager
Lewiston Public Works
11.2020 - Current
- Prepares budgets with an emphasis on reducing maintenance costs and enhancing service quality.
- Directs supervisors who manage highway, traffic, trees, parks and open spaces, stormwater, and winter operations.
- Proven ability to communicate with City Councilors, Downtown Business Association Members, and unions.
- Teams up with marketing and communications director to optimize public outreach and displays confidence and accuracy in impromptu news interviews.
- Executes projects while engaging with outside agencies, City and Town Public Works Departments, contractors, event organizers, volunteer groups, and the general public.
- Recruits, promotes, hires, and trains 15+ employees per year.
Parks and Open Spaces District Team Manager
Lewiston Public Works
03.2018 - 11.2020
- With minimal guidance, quickly acquired expertise in areas previously unfamiliar, overseeing parks, fields event logistics, hiring and mentoring staff, and meticulously planning schedules.
Highway Equipment Operator
Lewiston Public Works
05.2002 - 03.2018
- Served as a crew leader, overseeing and directing field operations.
- Coordinated activities with multiple contractors and worked closely with the City Engineer.
- Led construction of the Public Works Operations Center, guiding and overseeing the project from inception to completion.
- Served as a Unit Chair Member in AFSCME Local 1458-00, providing comprehensive understanding of how to implement and follow union collective bargaining agreements.
Solid Waste Equipment Operator
Lewiston Public Works
03.2002 - 06.2002
- Executed tasks as a Solid Waste Equipment Operator, gaining expertise in landfill operations and recycling strategies.
Highway Worker
Lewiston Public Works
09.1998 - 03.2002
- Gained insight into challenges of developing team members, improving communication and fostering collaboration.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lewiston High School
Lewiston, ME06-1994
Skills
- Relentless Achiever
- Natural Leader
- Expense Reduction
- Subject Matter Expert
- Forward-Thinking
- Effective Communication
- Level Headed Mediator
- Continuous Learner
- Problem Solver
- On-the-Ground Experience
- Motivational Mentor
Class A CDL License w/ Tanker
Ability to operate and experienced in all classes of trucks and heavy equipment used for road maintenance and winter operations.
Timeline
Highway Operations Manager
Lewiston Public Works
11.2020 - Current
Parks and Open Spaces District Team Manager
Lewiston Public Works
03.2018 - 11.2020
Highway Equipment Operator
Lewiston Public Works
05.2002 - 03.2018
Solid Waste Equipment Operator
Lewiston Public Works
03.2002 - 06.2002
Highway Worker
Lewiston Public Works
09.1998 - 03.2002
High School Diploma -
Lewiston High School
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