Roger Owens
Maryville,TN
Summary
Directed operations in the construction industry for over 25 years. Oversaw a team of 6 employees to successfully deliver the new science and art building at University of Tennessee. Cultivated a trusted customer network through exceptional service in landscaping and mowing management.
Oversaw landscaping operations to enhance client satisfaction and project outcomes. Championed worksite safety initiatives to protect team members and clients. Managed equipment usage to cultivate and maintain vibrant outdoor spaces.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grounds Technician
Blackberry Farm / Blackberry Mountain
02.2025 - Current
- Perform general landscaping and groundskeeping work across luxury resort properties.
- Troubleshoot and fix hot tubs; assist guests with various needs.
Crane Operator / Team Supervisor
Boatmate Trailers, LLC
01.2022 - 10.2024
- Operated loading crane to move and load finished trailers.
- Delivered trailers and oversaw a 4 person production crew.
Cut Man / Laborer
Brewster and Brewster Builders
12.2012 - 12.2021
- Provided support across residential construction sites, contributing to excavation, site prep, framing, material delivery, and general labor.
- Operated heavy equipment including Bobcats and excavators to dig footers, prepare foundations, and grade job sites to spec.
Mason and Mason Laborer
Brunton Masonry
02.2017 - 09.2017
- Worked as both a brick mason and laborer on large commercial projects.
- Helped complete a major brick project at the University of Tennessee.
Project Manager / Lead Technician
A Cut Above Lawn Care
03.2010 - 10.2016
- Co-founded and managed a lawn care and landscaping business.
- Handled scheduling, estimates, sales, and equipment operation.
Concrete Laborer
Kline Building Group
11.2008 - 04.2009
- Tied rebar and worked at heights in harnesses for structural concrete work.
- Helped pour large-scale concrete walls at the Y-12 Oak Ridge facility.
Fiberglass Fabricator
American Sports Car Design
05.2003 - 09.2005
- Built fiberglass molds for sports car hoods in a production line environment.
- Fabricated and rolled fiberglass into form, performing repetitive but precision-based tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
MaryvilleSkills
Achieved timely project delivery through effective concrete forming and pouring for masonry Enhanced site quality through strategic landscaping and groundskeeping initiatives Drove team performance by supervising crew management and task execution Cultivated positive customer service experiences and client interactions Maximized operational efficiency by expertly managing heavy equipment, including cranes, loaders, and excavators
Certification
Forklift Certification, Class CM Drivers License with F Endorsement
Timeline
Grounds Technician
Blackberry Farm / Blackberry Mountain
02.2025 - Current
Crane Operator / Team Supervisor
Boatmate Trailers, LLC
01.2022 - 10.2024
Mason and Mason Laborer
Brunton Masonry
02.2017 - 09.2017
Cut Man / Laborer
Brewster and Brewster Builders
12.2012 - 12.2021
Project Manager / Lead Technician
A Cut Above Lawn Care
03.2010 - 10.2016
Concrete Laborer
Kline Building Group
11.2008 - 04.2009
Fiberglass Fabricator
American Sports Car Design
05.2003 - 09.2005
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School