If you combine leadership finesse and a bias toward safety and service with the ability to drive business and improve the bottom line, the role of Regional Vice President of Operations with Trench Plate Rental Co. could be your ideal opportunity. Here's why:

• You will take ownership of our northern regional branches and enjoy a great mix of challenge and opportunity as you provide direct oversight of the branch managers and branch operations. The branches are performing well, but with strategic insight and strong leadership, you can make a good thing even better. Quick question for you - click here
• You will impact success by ensuring each branch meets our commitment to provide outstanding service and safe, top-quality equipment while also mentoring the GMs and providing support across all operational areas including financials and cost control, business development, building capacity, mentoring staff and more.
• The equipment rental industry is fast-paced and interesting. Projects are diverse and the equipment is essential to our customers' success. Every day is different and each branch is unique.
• You will have ample opportunities to make your mark and help drive profitable growth. Prove yourself in this role and you can continue to advance your career with Trench Plate Rental Co. In fact, this role is open due to a promotion!

The ideal candidate will be located near the Pittsburg or Newark location, however, we will also consider an outstanding candidate near Sacramento.

Trench Plate Rental Co (TPR) is a multi-state construction rental corporation with over 40 years of excellent performance. We offer trench plates, steel trench boxes, aluminum shoring and many other products and services associated with excavation shoring. With corporate offices in Downey, California, we have locations in 11 states -- and we continue to grow.

Pictured: Quadra Brace is a 4-way Waler system that can create an open excavations in a wide range of sizes. Extremely strong and versatile, Quadra Brace is great for vaults, pump stations, tanks or any excavation needing a fully open area without cross bracing.

To be a good fit for the Regional Vice President of Operations opportunity, you also should have:

• Significant management experience ideally including oversight of multiple locations/units or a large location.
• A background in trench shoring, construction equipment or another rental business, or similar industry experience preferred but not required.
• Solid analytical skills, including the ability to understand financial statements, assess workflow, inventories, etc. in order to identify cost savings.
• Experience with sales and business development is strongly preferred. Quick question for you - click here
• Ability to travel 20%-25%. Travel may be higher if you are based in Sacramento
• A valid driver's license and insurable driving record.

You also will need to be willing and able to travel to the various branches 20% - 25% of the time. Travel may be heavier if you are based in Sacramento. The six branches you'll oversee are in Pittsburg, Newark, Sacramento and Fresno, California, and Las Vegas and Sparks, Nevada. Note: We do a good deal of work at secure locations such as airports, military bases, prison grounds, etc. To be considered for this role, you must be a U.S. citizen with a clean record, able to pass Homeland Security clearance and other background checks.

Pictured: Trench plates have always been an important product for us, but today we offer more than 3000 products, as well as services. They include steel and aluminum boxes, hydraulic shoring, shoring beams, traffic control, slide rail shoring systems, pipe plugs, and confined space products, as well as competent person and flagger training.

You will report to the Executive Vice President, Operations and have dotted line relationships with the Executive Vice President, Finance and Executive Vice President, Marketing and Sales. In turn, you will provide direct oversight for the General Managers at each of the six branches. The branches vary in size from 8 to 50 employees.

In general, you will be responsible for driving the Northern California and Nevada regional market in a manner that supports TPRC's overall commitment to provide outstanding service and top quality/safe rental equipment to its client base. While you will oversee all aspects of branch operations, you will invest a good portion of your time in:

• Working with the General Managers and other branch employees to control operational costs. Quick question for you - click here
• Responding to issues and problems that arise.
• Analyzing financial information, expenses, performance metrics, staffing, workflow and other areas to identify potential improvements.
• Leading the implementation of policies and procedures.
• Auditing the branches (see below).
• Providing training and teambuilding to help branch personnel grow professionally.

In addition, you will:

• Support sales in partnership with the Regional Vice President Sales for this market.
• Work closely with branch management to address any issues or concerns with regards to their branch's compliance with various departments within the company.
• Visit the branches to audit and assess:
  • Facility conditions and maintenance.
  • Facility safety compliance.
  • Rental equipment product condition, quantities, quality control, and readiness for rent.
  • Fleet condition, maintenance, and readiness for use.
  • Compliance with all state and federal regulatory programs.
  • Compliance with all company policies and procedures.
• Partner with the Director of Human Resources to address any issues or concerns regarding Human Resources issues, policies and procedures.

Pictured: The MOD Series is a modular aluminum trench shield system that is lightweight and easily transported via pickup truck. It can be used as a 2-, 3- or 4-sided system with existing components and can be changed on the fly at a job site to meet the job's requirements.

Move the needle
We're looking for an operations professional with fresh ideas to come in and help talented General Managers drive continuous improvement. Given that you will work with three Executive Vice Presidents, you can be confident that your successes will be noticed.

Professional development
Chances are good that you will be new to our industry and you'll have plenty to learn. In addition, you'll expand your skills and experience in multiple areas, from driving operational excellence to developing a bench of talent for the organization. These are the skills we look for when advancement opportunities arise.

Autonomy and support
We'll give you the elbow room you need to excel, and we'll look to you to assume "ownership" of the region. At the same time, there will be support when you need it. In fact, you'll be able to share ideas and insights with successful professionals who have deep industry experience.

Stability
Under the leadership of a seasoned senior management team, we have achieved a record of financial stability, consistent growth, and business success.

Great work environment
If integrity and honesty are "old school," then within Trench Plate Rental Co., there's no school like the old school. We'll look to you to promote our culture of exceptional ethics, respect, congeniality, and high standards. We operate in a team environment and help each other as needed.

Excellent compensation
In addition to a competitive base and incentive program with quarterly paid bonuses, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurances, a company truck, gas card, a laptop, and cell phone, a 401k with company match, and more.

Pictured: Slide rail components offer the option of using lighter equipment when installing the system. One of the biggest advantages of slide rail is that installation of the system and the excavation are completed together, saving time and reducing cost.