Austin Schieltz
EPWORTH,Iowa
Summary
Experienced construction professional with hands-on background in crew leadership, pipe installation, concrete coring, and site restoration. Served as a foreman, overseeing daily job-site operations, assigning tasks, and ensuring work was completed safely, efficiently, and to spec. Proven ability to lead crews, coordinate equipment and materials, and keep projects moving in fast-paced, physically demanding environments.
Brings a diverse skill set that combines field operations, marine and dredging work, and customer-facing experience, allowing for strong communication with crews, supervisors, and clients. Known for reliability, problem-solving in the field, and a no-nonsense work ethic. Comfortable working outdoors in all conditions, adapting to changing job requirements, and taking ownership of results from start to finish.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Laborer
Full Bohr Concrete Construction
Dubuque, IA
06.2025 - 12.2025
• Assisted with daily construction site operations including material handling and site preparation
• Worked closely with crew members to maintain productivity and safety standards
• Supported skilled trades and equipment operators to meet project timelines
• Performed physically demanding labor in all weather conditions
•Maintained a Class A CDL
Insurance Agent
Washington National Insurance
Carmel, IN
11.2024 - 06.2025
• Sold insurance products through direct customer interaction
• Explained coverage options clearly and professionally
• Managed leads, follow-ups, and policy documentation
• Built strong customer relationships and communication skills
Dredging Crew Member / Marine Laborer
Frentress Lake Marine Center
East Dubuque, IL
01.2022 - 11.2024
• Performed long-term dredging and marina maintenance operations
• Assisted with operation of dredging equipment, pumps, and marine tools
• Conducted shoreline maintenance, sediment removal, and cleanup
• Worked safely around heavy equipment and water environments
•Maintained a Class A CDL
Construction Foreman
Midwest Concrete Construction
Peosta, IA
03.2020 - 12.2022
- Led and supervised a construction crew on daily job-site operations
- Oversaw some pipe installation, including layout, setting pipe, and grade alignment
- Managed concrete removal, coordination, and cleanup
- Directed backfilling operations, ensuring proper compaction and site restoration
- Assigned tasks, monitored productivity, and ensured work was completed safely and correctly
- Acted as the point of contact between crew members and management
- Maintained job-site safety standards and workflow efficiency
Education
High School Diploma -
Western Dubuque High School
Epworth, IASkills
- Crew leadership & foreman responsibilities
- Pipe installation & layout
- Concrete coring & cutting
- Backfilling & site restoration
- Trenching & excavation support
- Job-site setup & breakdown
- Blueprint / plan awareness
- Quality control & work inspection
- Skid steer & compact equipment (assisted / operated)
- Core drills & concrete cutting tools
- Hand tools & power tools
- Compaction equipment
- Pumps & dredging equipment
- Marine & shoreline work tools
- Job-site safety enforcement
- Working around live utilities
- PPE compliance
- Hazard awareness & mitigation
- Outdoor / all-weather work
- Crew coordination & task assignment
- Time management & scheduling
- Communication with management & crews
- Problem-solving in the field
- Training and guiding new workers
- Reliability & accountability
- Customer interaction & professionalism
- Sales communication fundamentals
- Documentation & reporting
Timeline
Concrete Laborer
Full Bohr Concrete Construction
06.2025 - 12.2025
Insurance Agent
Washington National Insurance
11.2024 - 06.2025
Dredging Crew Member / Marine Laborer
Frentress Lake Marine Center
01.2022 - 11.2024
Construction Foreman
Midwest Concrete Construction
03.2020 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
Western Dubuque High School