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Andy Diaz

Tucson,AZ

Summary

Experienced ICC Special Inspector with a background in construction materials sampling and testing. Demonstrates expertise in thorough inspection on challenging projects and consistently delivers timely reports.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

ICC Special Inspector

Ninyo & Moore
Tucson, AZ
12.2021 - Current
  • Performed daily inspections on Fireproofing, Reinforced Concrete, Prestressed Concrete, Masonry, Structural Steel and High Strength Bolts.
  • Provided written reports detailing inspection results, findings, and recommendations for corrective action.
  • Checked materials used in the construction process for proper type, size, grade or classification as specified by contract documents.
  • Sampled and Tested concrete as per ACI Standards
  • Density and Moisture tests on soil using Troxler Nuclear Gauge.
  • Verified mix design, slump, and temperature of concrete.
  • Epoxy bolt/dowel inspection
  • Test and sample asphalt as per ATTI Standards.

Lab Technician

Western Mesquite Mine
Brawley , CA
03.2009 - 06.2021
  • Analyze soil samples for gold and silver using Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy.
  • Analyze samples for sulfur, mercury, pH, and caustic.
  • Cyanide titration
  • Test quicklime for purity
  • Log test results into microsoft data spreadsheets in timely manner.
  • Handle hazardous chemicals such as hydrochloric acid, nitric acid, and cyanide in a safe professional manner.
  • Prep samples for various tests using jaw crusher, roll crusher, and pulverizers.

Field Technician

Geotechnics, Inc.
El Centro, CA
11.2005 - 01.2009
  • Perform field density tests using Troxler Nuclear Gauge
  • Sampling, testing, and logging construction materials in accordance with requirements of ASTM, ACI, and CalTrans testing methods.
  • Maintaining professional and open communications between clints and project management.
  • Detailed daily reports on each construction site attended.
  • Batch Plant Inspections

Lab Technician

Southland Geotechnical
El Centro, CA
04.2003 - 11.2005
  • Compress concrete, grout, mortar, and CMU blocks for PSI strength.
  • Classify different type of soils.
  • Test asphalt for RICE and Marshall values, and oil content
  • Test rebar for tensile, bend, and flex strength.
  • Perform tests on soils and aggregates such as Sieve Analysis, Sand Equivalent, Hydrometers, Max Density, Plasticity Index, Chemical Analysis, and Specific Gravity all in accordance with ASTM, ACI, and CalTrans.

Education

High School Diploma -

Desert Oasis High School
El Centro, CA
06-2001

Some College (No Degree) - Welding Technology

Imperial Valley College
Imperial, CA

Skills

  • Structural Inspection
  • Material sampling
  • QA monitoring
  • QA testing
  • Project Documentation
  • Inspection Reporting
  • Materials Testing
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Drawing interpretation
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Report Writing
  • Visual inspections
  • Training and mentoring
  • Safety awareness

Certification

  • ATTI Field Technician
  • ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician, Grade 1
  • ICC Spray Applied Fire Proofing Special Inspector
  • ICC Soils Special Inspector
  • ICC Reinforced Concrete Special Inspector
  • ICC Structural Masonry Special Inspector
  • ICC Prestressed Concrete Special Inspector
  • ICC Structural Steel and Bolting Special Inspector

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

ICC Special Inspector

Ninyo & Moore
12.2021 - Current

Lab Technician

Western Mesquite Mine
03.2009 - 06.2021

Field Technician

Geotechnics, Inc.
11.2005 - 01.2009

Lab Technician

Southland Geotechnical
04.2003 - 11.2005

High School Diploma -

Desert Oasis High School

Some College (No Degree) - Welding Technology

Imperial Valley College

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