Wade R. Kilby
Dufur
Summary
Highly effective, self-aware, hands-on leader with a proven track record of achievements. Skilled at identifying and implementing process improvements to drive efficiency and productivity. Motivating leader with proven success managing cross-functional teams. A detail-driven person with excellent communication and follow-up skills. 35 years in the Columbia River Gorge area, developing strong relationships built on performance and trust.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
COO
Neal Creek Septic, Neal Creek Forest Products
Hood River
04.2024 - 10.2025
- Implemented the vision of the CEO
- Created bids and was awarded contracts through SAM (System for Award Management), Oregon Buys, and other platforms.
- Negotiated and achieved disposal sites for septage at multiple municipalities.
- Won customer accounts in agriculture, forestry, construction, etc. Through calling on, dropping by, and emailing. Continued to manage those accounts, ensuring quality service, and customer satisfaction.
- Trained staff in how to effectively create service schedules and the fundamentals of logistics.
- I took a $400k per year company and turned it into $2M in eighteen months.
CEO
Vista Sanitation
The Dalles
09.2013 - 03.2024
- I purchased a struggling portable toilet company that dabbled in septic services and turned it into a profitable septic service business.
Foreman
Crestline Construction
The Dalles
01.2012 - 09.2013
- Supervised daily operations on construction sites ensuring safety compliance.
- Managed crews, equipment, and materials to perform jobs that were completed on time and under budget.
President
Work Values Incorporated
Arlington
02.1996 - 12.2011
- Built and operated a commercial truck wash facility and tire shop.
- Performed excavation projects.
- Performed concrete projects.
- Performed pole-building construction projects.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Interdisciplinary Writing And Rhetoric
Clackamas Community College
Oregon City, OROregon DEQ Installer
I.D. Number I 3666, Exp. 6/25/2027
Oregon DEQ Maintenance Providers
I.D. Number M 676, Exp. 10/22/2027
RT-130 Wildland Fire Safety
Sports Medicine
OSHA Competent Person Training
Confined Space Entry Training
Defensive Driving/Drivers Safety/Fuel Economy
Skills
- contract negotiation
- customer relationship management
- service scheduling
- financial management
- logistics coordination
- instills trust and confidence
- I know my strengths and weaknesses
- excellent communication and follow-up skills
Timeline
COO
Neal Creek Septic, Neal Creek Forest Products
04.2024 - 10.2025
CEO
Vista Sanitation
09.2013 - 03.2024
Foreman
Crestline Construction
01.2012 - 09.2013
President
Work Values Incorporated
02.1996 - 12.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Interdisciplinary Writing And Rhetoric
Clackamas Community College
Oregon DEQ Installer
I.D. Number I 3666, Exp. 6/25/2027
Oregon DEQ Maintenance Providers
I.D. Number M 676, Exp. 10/22/2027
RT-130 Wildland Fire Safety
Sports Medicine
OSHA Competent Person Training
Confined Space Entry Training
Defensive Driving/Drivers Safety/Fuel Economy