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Andrew Cardiel

Vancouver,WA

Summary

With extensive experience at Pacific Foundation, I excel in operating various drills and leading teams to exceed project goals. My expertise in foundation design and crew motivation, coupled with a proven track record of enhancing worksite safety and efficiency, positions me as a valuable asset to any construction team.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Union Pile Driver/ Driller

Pacific foundation
Vancouver , WA
10.2013 - Current
  • Drill tieback, soil nails and micropiles
  • Communicated regularly with subcontractors regarding project timelines.
  • Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
  • Certified Shotcrete hand
  • Operated controls to stabilize machines and position and align drills.
  • Developed strategies for dealing with difficult terrain or weather conditions while operating equipment.
  • Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that projects were completed according to schedule.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues onsite in order to minimize downtime between jobs.
  • Supervised a team of workers who assisted with various aspects of the drilling process.
  • Designed protocols for rig moving operations with focus on minimizing accident risks and equipment downtime.
  • Inspected equipment for safety and functionality and completed regular maintenance.
  • Operated and maintained drilling equipment, such as pumps, compressors, top drives, swivels, tongs and hoists.
  • Consulted with engineers regarding design specifications for each project.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.

Union Laborer

DBM DRILLING
Federal Way, WA
05.2011 - 10.2013
  • Deep foundation drilling.
  • Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
  • Chuck tending
  • Provided assistance with lifting heavy objects into place during installation processes.
  • Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths, and heights.
  • Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
  • Unloaded shipments of supplies when they arrived at the job site.
  • Read blueprints or instructions to determine job specifications including material quantities needed for each task.
  • Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.

Union Laborer

TBH & Associates
Vancouver, WA
04.2009 - 05.2011
  • Maintained equipment in good working order by checking fluid levels and greasing and fueling machines.
  • Frontend on the drill rig
  • Mix grout
  • Operate equipment
  • Perform testing on drilled anchors
  • Inspected finished products to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Assembled attachments according to specifications provided by supervisor.
  • Assisted lead driller with daily drilling operations and tasks.

Education

High School Diploma -

Heritage High School
Vancouver, WA
06-2003

Skills

  • Operate heavy equipment
  • Operate different types of drills
  • Certified nozzleman
  • Construction safety
  • Heavy lifting
  • Foundation design
  • Load calculations
  • Team motivation
  • Problem-solving
  • Issue resolution
  • Construction deadlines
  • Worksite safety
  • Crew leader
  • Train Employees

Timeline

Union Pile Driver/ Driller

Pacific foundation
10.2013 - Current

Union Laborer

DBM DRILLING
05.2011 - 10.2013

Union Laborer

TBH & Associates
04.2009 - 05.2011

High School Diploma -

Heritage High School

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