Mark Coffman Email & Phone Number

Stow, Ohio, United States

• Contract Utility Forester on twelve diverse projects with eleven different utility companies overseeing tree trimming operations and utility vegetation management.
• Conduct utility ROW surveys to identify, document and map vegetative and equipment hazards on distribution and transmission lines utilizing a variety of GIS/RDMS software packages.
• Develop, schedule and manage remediation plans including conventional and mechanical trimming, herbicide treatment and tree growth regulator application.
• Direct and coordinate vegetation contractors on remediation plan execution (teams as large as 42 crewmen).
• Inspect prospective job sites and coordinate access.
• Mediate with property-owners as needed to promote and protect the utility’s interests.

Sour Lake Texas

• Surveyed the utility ROW to map and mark the corridor and include all significant features.
• Recorded and reported anomalies.
• Communicated with property owners to negotiate access and resolve conflicts.
• Directed work crews to areas of concern.

Williford, Arkansas, United States

• Monitored and maintained water quality and production procedures.
• Ensured safety and compliance with applicable codes and regulations.
• Interfaced with the public on all matters pertaining to the water system.

Hardy, Arkansas, United States

• Led the transition of a private water company to a public utility.
• Overhauled all administrative systems including billing, mapping and compliance records.
• Managed a $1.3 million renovation project to replace one third of the lines and construct new water tower and control systems.
• Directed the implementation of remote meter reading program reducing read time from two days to three hours.
• Developed and controlled annual budget.
• Managed all properties owned or maintained by the water system.

Williford, Arkansas, United States

• Building site assessment for on-site wastewater disposal and freshwater supply location.
• Determined design size and location based on soil characteristics and terrain features.
• Marked site, drafted the design, and filed for the permit with Arkansas Department of Health.

Ash Flat, Arkansas, United States

• Administered local health unit including seven employees and local budget.
• Educated communities on environmental health issues.
• Designed and monitored construction of wastewater disposal and freshwater production systems.
• Consulted and advised community leaders on health threats to the community.
• Inspected food establishments for compliance with health codes and regulations.
• Investigated public health concerns and facilitated mutually satisfactory solutions.