Robert McGregor
Wixom,MI
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in small business operations. I've worked in various fields in the utility industry, looking to improve my ability and knowledge. Proven track record of managing logistics, optimizing resource allocation, and developing training programs that enhance safety and compliance within the industry.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Company Owner
Arbor Cut Tree Service
Northville, MI
03.2016 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Managed scheduling and logistics for tree service appointments, optimizing resource allocation.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new staff on equipment use and safety protocols.
- Established relationships with clients, enhancing customer satisfaction through effective communication.
- Performed emergency tree response in and out of state under various contracts for specific job allocations under different contractors or municipalities
Groundman/Operator
Motor City Electric Co
Detroit, MI
06.2015 - 01.2016
- Daily Safety tailboard and job planning
- Heavy equipment operating for trenching, digging holes, building structures, unloading semis, moving aggregates and material
- Assist sub station techs with pulling wire and setting grounds to structures
- Maintenance equipment
- Dissolved gas analysis test on large transformers located in various sub stations
Groundman
Quality Lines
Redford, MI
03.2014 - 05.2015
- Daily safety tailboards
- Drive trucks and trailers to job sites
- Barricade work zones
- Operate Digger trucks to dig holes and set poles
- Stock trucks with necessary hardware and wire for the utility construction being performed that day
- Build cross arms, transformers, fuses.
- Assess and discuss storm damaged utility, safety hazards, and job planning
- Measure cable and electric utility separation
Apprentice Tree Trimmer
Davey Tree Service
Wixom, MI
06.2009 - 08.2012
- Daily safety tailboard
- Drive trucks and trailers to job sites
- Operated chainsaws and hand tools to assist in tree removal and line clearance trimming
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards during all operations.
- Contributed to team efforts by maintaining equipment and ensuring tools were in optimal condition.
- Learned several climbing and rigging techniques to perform daily operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Churchill High School
Livonia, MI06-2007
Skills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Personnel management
- Business development
- Safety awareness
- Teachable
- Team building
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Leadership
- Self-motivated
- Dependable
Timeline
Company Owner
Arbor Cut Tree Service
03.2016 - Current
Groundman/Operator
Motor City Electric Co
06.2015 - 01.2016
Groundman
Quality Lines
03.2014 - 05.2015
Apprentice Tree Trimmer
Davey Tree Service
06.2009 - 08.2012
High School Diploma -
Churchill High School