Jesse Ross
Loveland,CO
Summary
Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 12 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LTC OPS I
Colorado Department of Transportation
Region 4 Section 1 King Area
01.2021 - Current
- Responsible for supervising 45 maintenance employees, serving as the CDOT representative in the Snow and Ice conference committee and TIMS traffic management teams, and overseeing the overall maintenance and operations of the King area at Region 4
- My role involves ensuring safe travel for the public by using preservation techniques to extend the life of CDOT's assets through asset management and understanding asset conditions
- I also have direct control over planning, developing, scheduling, initiating, administering, and managing the maintenance and operations for all major activity groups of the Maintenance Management System for the assigned geographical area and surrounding areas
- This includes planning, training, roadway surfacing, roadside structures, roadside appearance, traffic services, structure maintenance, snow and ice control, material, equipment, buildings, and tunnel activities
- I make decisions to plan, develop, administer, and manage programs, guidelines, rules, standards, budgets, personnel, equipment, buildings and grounds, contracts, rest areas, and emergency response incidents
- I evaluate situations, interpret and initiate processes and procedures, and initiate changes, particularly in emergency conditions and unique situations or circumstances
- My responsibilities also include supervising and managing personnel, conducting performance management, providing mentoring and training, and communicating information between management and employees
- I work closely with other CDOT units and outside agencies to plan for and respond to maintenance issues
- Additionally, I act as Incident Commander for a variety of emergency situations and perform all duties with a safety consciousness and the goal to provide exceptional internal and external customer service
- Continual learning and development of job knowledge to keep up with changes in procedures, technology, and priorities is crucial
- I also maintain operational readiness for snow events and other emergencies and may be placed on call
- Overseeing large, complex maintenance projects, including serving as the Project Engineer on two separate slab replacement projects that involve multiple sub-contractors, is part of my role
- I provide technical guidance on activities performed, including all submittals approved prior to construction
- Determining, coordinating, and obtaining appropriate resources needed to manage an incident or maintenance project is also part of my responsibilities
- I determine the overall work plan and expectations for my assigned area and maintain a broader perspective of maintenance activities, including safety, environmental awareness, resources, timing, budget, etc
- Using experience, knowledge, technology, data, and good judgment to direct activities and ensure transparency is key
- I analyze/utilize MLOS, an understanding of roadway condition surveys, reports, and various other sources of data to inform decision-making regarding maintenance program activities, staffing, resources, equipment, etc
- I also forecast future needs and challenges, develop a plan to address them, and communicate that plan with personnel
- Being proactive and planning for preventative maintenance activities when possible is also part of my role
- I train others and use computer software and CDOT programs to enter/approve data and information in order to complete email, paperwork, reports, work orders, timesheets, supply orders, meter readings, weekly updates, accident reports, etc
- Additionally, I represent CDOT and educate and/or justify departmental positions on various levels.
Transportation Maintenance III
Colorado Department of Transportation
Fort Collins
09.2018 - 01.2021
- In charge of 16 employees overseeing operations and maintenance in Fort Collins and Wellington, CO
- Support and coordinate operations, ensure a safe and positive work environment with high morale, plans and assigns Maintenance II’s work assignments following within area budget, coordinate with other supervisors and management during activities and natural disasters including wildfires, mudslides, high wind events, and blizzards, ensuring all policies and procedures are being followed at all times, coordinate operations and initiates changes in emergency situations with law enforcement and outside agencies including Colorado State Patrol, Wyoming Department of Transportation, Wyoming State Patrol, and I-25 project, instructor of MDSS, Pre-winter operations, and Pathfinder, coordinate mitigate issues within I-25 project with contractor and CDOT engineering, member of TIMS team, lead employees by training, mentoring, and coaching, plan and coordinate area projects, oversee use and maintenance of equipment within the area, ensure all MS4 yards are in compliance with regulations, reviewing and submitting supply requests, purchasing materials within procurement policy, filled in as acting LTC Ops for two months.
Transportation Maintenance II
Colorado Department of Transportation
Nederland
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Supervise and lead a crew of 4 employees- all aspects of transportation maintenance including-heavy equipment operation, maintenance of all equipment assigned to patrol, plan all projects including asphalt and chip seal projects, ensure a safe work environment for assigned crew at all times, making all projects meet M and S Standards, all traffic control plans are in specifications of the MUTCD manual, in charge of snow plowing operations, daily priorities, staffing reports, works orders, ordering of material, assign training as needed for crew members, directing and ensuring all sub-contractors are in compliance with codes and specifications.
Transportation Maintenance I
Colorado Department of Transportation
Estes Park
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Performed road maintenance including, snow removal, asphalt repairs, crack sealing, chip sealing, mowing, sign installation and repairs, guardrail repairs, concrete repairs, culvert maintenance and installation, concrete repairs, traffic control, filled in as acting TM II for a duration of 9 months, overseeing equipment repairs and maintenance, snow plow operation, time entry, daily priorities, work orders, ordering of material, planning and assigning patrol projects, ensuring a safe work environment, all policies and procedures are being followed.
Transportation Maintenance I
Colorado Department of Transportation
Boulder
12.2014 - 12.2015
- Performed road maintenance including, snow removal, asphalt repairs, crack sealing, chip sealing, mowing, sign installation and repairs, guardrail repairs, concrete repairs, culvert maintenance and installation, concrete repairs, traffic control, as well as many other duties assigned by TM II.
Transportation Maintenance III
Transportation Division, City of Boulder
Boulder, Colorado
12.2012 - 12.2014
- Supervise and lead a crew of 8- In charge of managing projects and maintaining 185 city properties and all right-of-ways within city limits, piloted and re-designed new and existing irrigation systems, engaged sub-contractors on projects, assured compliance on specifications and codes, data entry, created progress reports, snow plowing, repairing water main breaks, restoring asphalt, sweeping streets, heavy machine operation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Estes Park High School
Estes Park, Colorado06.2005
Skills
- Traffic Control Supervisor
- Instructor of MDSS, Pre-Winter Operations, Emergency Management, Beginner/Advanced Winter Operations and Pathfinder classes
- Snow plow operations
- Heavy equipment operator
- Underground utility installations
- Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Daily Job Hazard Analysis
- Customer service and support
- Leadership
- Training
- Understanding blueprints
- Forecasting
- Staff Development
- Standard Operating Procedures
- Cross-functional coordination
- Cost Reduction
- Logistics Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Operational Excellence
- Key Performance Indicators
- Maintenance Planning
- Inventory Management
- Performance monitoring
Certification
- Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) – Class B, with tanker endorsement
- Leadership Journey I and II
- Maintenance Leadership Academy
- Traffic Control Supervisor Certified
- Pump Station Certified
- HDPE Certified
- Two-wire System Certified
- CLT- ( passed written tests)
- Street Sweeper Certified
- Backhoe Loader I & II Certified
- Loader I & II Certified
- Excavator Certified
- Screed Operator Certified
- Erosion Control Certified
- Outdoor Survival Certified
- Advanced Irrigation & Principles Certified
- Underground utilities Certified
- Reasonable Suspicion Trained
- TIMS Trainer
Attributes
- Collaborative – effectively work with other departments and contractors
- Effective Communicator – provide status updates to supervisor’s and coordinates projects
- Dependable – consistently meets or exceeds expectations
- Customer Service – ensure a positive customer experience
- Efficient – highly productive, problem solver
- Dependable – Self-starter-finisher with minimal supervision
- Motivated – enjoy challenging work assignments
- Tenacious – willing to take on special projects, tedious tasks
- Integrity- honest, accountable and always making sure the customer is satisfied
Professional Highlights
- Finalist for City of Boulder, Community Service Award 2013
- Executed and finished over 1.5 million dollars of commercial landscapes in five months.
- Completed million-dollar Foothills Irrigation Improvement Project – met all deadlines.
- Leadership Award with Colorado Department of Transportation
- Instructor of MDSS, Pre-Winter Operations, Emergency Management, Beginner/Advanced Winter Operations, TIMS in Extreme Weather Conditions and Pathfinder classes.
- Level 3 Exceptional Performer as Supervisor for King Area
- Achievement of the Month Awards
- TIMS Certified Trainer
- Snow and Ice Committee Member
- Project Engineer during M-Project Slab Replacement Projects FY 22 and FY 23
- Project Engineer during M-Project Mill and Fill Project FY 25
Timeline
LTC OPS I
Colorado Department of Transportation
01.2021 - Current
Transportation Maintenance II
Colorado Department of Transportation
09.2018 - 03.2020
Transportation Maintenance III
Colorado Department of Transportation
09.2018 - 01.2021
Transportation Maintenance I
Colorado Department of Transportation
09.2018 - 03.2020
Transportation Maintenance I
Colorado Department of Transportation
12.2014 - 12.2015
Transportation Maintenance III
Transportation Division, City of Boulder
12.2012 - 12.2014
High School Diploma -
Estes Park High School