Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Timeline
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Arne Sand

Rapid City

Summary

Proven leader in trenching and construction management, adept at fostering client relations and driving project success at L4H Trenching. Leveraged mechanical engineering knowledge and exceptional communication to enhance project outcomes and stakeholder trust. Excelled in environmental compliance and teamwork, ensuring projects exceeded expectations with meticulous attention to detail and strategic planning.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Trencher Engineer/Superintendent

L4H Trenching
01.2023 - Current
  • Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
  • Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
  • Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
  • Operate a wide variety heavy equipment on a wide variety projects
  • Am heavily involved in the design and development of our new trencher.
  • Principle trencher operator

Owner

Sunpure Watermakers LLC.
04.2021 - 12.2023
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
  • Enhanced company reputation by consistently delivering exceptional service quality to customers.

Trencher Engineer/Superintendent

Ironhorse Trenching
03.2018 - 11.2021
  • Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
  • Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
  • Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
  • Duties included:
  • Operating trenchers
  • Operating all kinds of equipment
  • Running jobs
  • Welding/fabricating
  • trucking of oversized loads (trenchers)

Specialist Equipment Operator

L4 Environmental
07.2017 - 11.2021

Operate a wide variety of equipment on a very specialized river restoration project in and around Estes Park Co.

Various other sewer and water projects.

Maintain and transport equipment as needed

Trencher Engineer/Equipment Operator

Dewindonepasstrenching
07.2012 - 12.2017
  • Established strong working relationships with clients through exceptional communication skills, fostering trust and collaboration.
  • Developed positive working relationships with stakeholders to effectively coordinate work activities.
  • Achieved successful project outcomes by maintaining accurate documentation and meeting strict deadlines.
  • Was involved in building, modifying, maintaining, transporting, operating several different model trenchers
  • Was in charge of several projects

Equipment Operator

Elmer's Crane and Dozer
04.2004 - 07.2012
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
  • Operated equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
  • Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
  • Participated in regular safety meetings to reinforce best practices within the team and ensure a hazard-free workplace.
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.

Owner

Self-employed
01.2002 - 03.2004

Did freelance work mostly in the Equipment operating and maintenance area.

Foreman/Head Sawyer

Northern Michigan Hardwoods
03.1993 - 08.2002
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Was head sawyer for 4 years
  • Operated and maintained wide variety of construction and forestry equipment

Education

GED -

Lake Orion Community High School
Lake Orion, MI
1985

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Project Planning
  • Technical reporting
  • System Troubleshooting
  • Electrical Systems
  • Control systems
  • Fluid Mechanics
  • Environmental Compliance
  • Construction Oversight
  • Problem-Solving
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Attention to Detail
  • Excellent Communication
  • Multitasking
  • Problem Resolution
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Decision-Making
  • Time Management
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Mechanical engineering knowledge
  • Client Relations
  • Inspections
  • Mechanical Aptitude
  • Construction management
  • Construction expertise

Accomplishments

I have never had a time lost injury on any jobs I was involved in overseeing.

Been involved with many very specialized projects over the years with very good outcomes.

Certification

OSHA

HAZWOPPER

IMSHA


References

Chris Koyers-6168361960

Jesse Johneson-6166382695

Trent Mills-3126176693


Timeline

Trencher Engineer/Superintendent

L4H Trenching
01.2023 - Current

Owner

Sunpure Watermakers LLC.
04.2021 - 12.2023

Trencher Engineer/Superintendent

Ironhorse Trenching
03.2018 - 11.2021

Specialist Equipment Operator

L4 Environmental
07.2017 - 11.2021

Trencher Engineer/Equipment Operator

Dewindonepasstrenching
07.2012 - 12.2017

Equipment Operator

Elmer's Crane and Dozer
04.2004 - 07.2012

Owner

Self-employed
01.2002 - 03.2004

Foreman/Head Sawyer

Northern Michigan Hardwoods
03.1993 - 08.2002

GED -

Lake Orion Community High School

OSHA

HAZWOPPER

IMSHA


Arne Sand