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.• Conduct routine field inspections on safety protocols and completed work.• Complete daily, weekly and monthly reports for ACRT and the client utility companies.• Coordinate emergency storm response with utility companies and contractors.• Promote and enforce environmental and health and safety standards, including employee training and introduction to project specific tasks.

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.• Managed relationships with vendors and contractors.• Arbitrated customer complaints and conflicts.

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.