Rodney Bagwell
Mount Pleasant,IA
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Stevens Erosion Control, excelling in team leadership and erosion control installation. Proven problem-solver with strong attention to detail and expertise in heavy equipment operation. Committed to quality and safety, consistently enhancing project efficiency through effective collaboration and communication.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator
Stevens Erosion Control
Hills, IA
07.2021 - Current
- Operated machinery and equipment for erosion control projects, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Assisted in site preparation and installation of erosion control products, enhancing project efficiency.
- Monitored environmental conditions to identify potential hazards and implemented preventative measures.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain high standards of quality in all operational tasks.
Crew Leader
Stevens Erosion Control
Hills, IA
07.2020 - Current
Primary Responsibilities
- Team Leadership: Supervise and direct crews installing and maintaining erosion and sediment control measures.
- Planning & Coordination: Review job assignments, ensure materials and equipment are ready, and schedule tasks to meet deadlines.
- Erosion Control Installation: Oversee proper installation of silt fences, wattles, erosion blankets, hydroseeding, inlet protection, and other BMPs. Doing sod grading for lawn seed and rural seeding
- Quality & Compliance: Make sure work meets project specifications, environmental regulations, and safety standards.
- Communication: Act as the point of contact between project managers, inspectors, and crew members.
- Training & Safety: Teach crew members correct installation techniques and enforce OSHA/safety rules.
- Documentation: Complete daily logs, track material usage, and sometimes assist with inspection reports.
- Strong leadership and people-management skills.
- Hands-on construction or landscaping experience.
- Familiarity with stormwater pollution prevention plans (SWPPPs) and BMPs.
- Ability to read site maps, blueprints, or erosion control plans.
- Physical stamina (work is often outdoors in all weather).
- Problem-solving skills (fixing issues quickly when plans change).
- Valid driver’s license, equipment operation skills (skid steer, hydroseeder, etc.).
Labor
Kirby Construction
Mount Pleasant, IA
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Education
Mount Pleasant High School
Mount Pleasant, IASkills
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Forklift operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Tool operation
- Hand and power tools
Timeline
Labor
Kirby Construction
12.2022 - 03.2023
Operator
Stevens Erosion Control
07.2021 - Current
Crew Leader
Stevens Erosion Control
07.2020 - Current
Mount Pleasant High School