Alfredo Salazar
Equipment Operator/Grade Setter
Folsom ,CA
Summary
Results-driven Grading Foreman with extensive experience at Southwest Grading, excelling in heavy equipment operation and site supervision. Proven ability to enhance productivity and streamline workflows, while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations. Recognized for strong problem-solving skills and effective communication, leading teams to achieve project goals efficiently.
Overview
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2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Grade Setter/ Equipment Operator
Pacific Coast Construction
- Set grade stakes and string lines to guide excavation and site preparation.
- Read construction plans to verify elevations, slopes, and layout requirements.
- Used laser levels and measuring tools to confirm accurate grade placement.
- Marked reference points for crews to maintain consistent grading across work areas.
- Adjusted grade layouts to match changing field conditions and project specifications.
- Communicated measurements clearly to equipment operators and site crews.
- Maintained safe work practices while working around active construction operations.
- Improved project timelines with efficient use of grade setting equipment, such as laser levels and GPS devices.
- Supported environmental compliance initiatives by ensuring proper sediment control measures were implemented according to regulatory requirements.
- Ensured seamless collaboration with surveyors to establish accurate benchmarks and reference points for construction projects, enabling precise grading execution.
Grading Forman
Southwest Grading
04.2015 - 03.2024
- Supervised grading crew operations, coordinating daily tasks and equipment use
- Inspected site conditions, verifying grade accuracy against project specifications
- Scheduled workflow for earthmoving, finish grading, and material placement
- Monitored safety compliance, correcting hazards and reinforcing jobsite procedures
- Directed operators on bulldozers, graders, and compactors for consistent results
- Communicated with project managers and survey teams to align grading priorities
- Trained crew members on equipment handling, grade checks, and quality standards
- Resolved field issues quickly, maintaining productivity and minimizing rework
- Conducted site evaluations prior to grading initiation, identifying any potential challenges or obstacles that could impact timeline or budget projections.
- Led a team of grading operators, providing guidance and support to improve overall performance.
- Increased productivity through proficient operation of heavy equipment such as bulldozers, graders, and excavators.
- Optimized resource utilization by effectively managing personnel assignments according to skillsets and project needs.
- Coordinated closely with other trades on site for smooth integration into construction timelines and optimal workflow management.
- Collaborated with project managers to develop efficient schedules and resource allocation plans for timely project completion.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Civil Drafting
Phoenix Instituted of Technology
Phoenix, AZ07.1982
Skills
Construction
Heavy equipment operation
GPS technology
Site preparation
Concrete finishing
Layout planning
Soil compaction
Drainage systems
Precise measurements
Slope calculation
Grade setting
Environmental regulations
Technical drawing
Scheduling and planning
Labor management
Stormwater management
Erosion control
Surveying
Budgeting and cost control
Site supervision
Teamwork
Teamwork and collaboration
Team player
Problem-solving
Time management
Attention to detail
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Punctuality
Power tools operation
Reliability
Excellent communication
Organizational skills
Timeline
Grading Forman
Southwest Grading
04.2015 - 03.2024
Grade Setter/ Equipment Operator
Pacific Coast Construction
Certificate of Completion - Civil Drafting
Phoenix Instituted of Technology