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Alan Rodriguez-Zaragoza

Plant City

Summary

Results-driven technician with extensive experience in machine control and system troubleshooting. Expertise in maintaining elevation control and ensuring accurate curb alignments, contributing to project success and minimizing downtime.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

UTS/GPS Technician

Ripa & Associates
Tampa, FL
04.2025 - Current
  • Set up, calibrated, and maintained Trimble machine control systems on power-curber equipment for precise curb installation.
  • Loaded and verified digital design models to ensure accurate curb alignment, grade, and radius per project specifications.
  • Monitored real-time UTS data during curb installation to maintain consistent elevation and linework accuracy.
  • Performed daily system checks, troubleshooting, and diagnostics on Trimble hardware and software to minimize downtime.
  • Coordinated with survey and field crews to ensure correct control points, benchmarks, and site calibration.
  • Set up and calibrated GPS/GNSS base stations and rovers to ensure accurate site positioning.
  • Maintained machine control systems on dozers and excavators.
  • Uploaded, managed, and verified digital site plans and grading models for field use.
  • Troubleshot GPS signal issues, equipment malfunctions, and software errors to minimize downtime.
  • Verified finished curb placement against design tolerances using GPS and manual field checks.

Loader/Dozer Operator

Ripa & Associates
Tampa, FL
08.2023 - 04.2025
  • Operated heavy machinery to load and unload materials efficiently.
  • Operated front-end-loaders to load, transport, and stockpile dirt, aggregate, and construction materials with precision.
  • Operated bulldozers for rough and finish grading, land clearing, and site leveling according to grade specifications.
  • Used dozer blades to cut and spread soil to achieve proper elevation and slope.
  • Maintained grade accuracy using visual markers, laser levels, or GPS systems.
  • Trained new staff on loading procedures and safety practices.
  • Performed pre and post operation inspections including fluid levels, tracks/tires, hydraulics, and safety systems.

Road Construction Laborer

QGS Development
Plant City, FL
02.2022 - 08.2023
  • Operated heavy machinery such as rollers, skid-steers, loaders, and bull-dozers to assist in road grading.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects within designated timelines.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques, machinery operations, or construction methods as required for specific project demands.
  • Conducted routine inspections of tools and equipment to ensure proper functionality.
  • Adapted quickly to changing project demands and site conditions for efficient workflow.

Education

High School Diploma -

Almega Preparatory Academy
Seffner, FL

Skills

  • Trimble Systems
  • Machine Control
  • GPS Calibration
  • Grade Control
  • Sensor Calibration
  • Equipment Diagnostics
  • System Troubleshooting
  • Elevation Control
  • Control Points

Accomplishments

    Selected to attend the in-person Trimble 5700-D Academy in Salisbury, NC (April 2026), gaining advanced hands-on training in machine control and GPS system applications.

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

UTS/GPS Technician

Ripa & Associates
04.2025 - Current

Loader/Dozer Operator

Ripa & Associates
08.2023 - 04.2025

Road Construction Laborer

QGS Development
02.2022 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

Almega Preparatory Academy