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Brandon Kindvall

Kersey,CO

Summary

Proactive lead welder with background in protecting components from distortion and producing high-quality work. Dependable, safety-oriented and diligent about accomplishing deadlines by applying excellent welding and fitting abilities. Highly experienced in stick welding. Adequately and efficiently able to run a crew. Brings leadership, communication and strategic innovation to the crew. Experienced Equipment Operator specializing in construction work. Successful at reading and following plans, operating equipment and using tools to complete required tasks. Responsible Operator brings expertise with digging, backfilling and general site maintenance. Safely operates diverse equipment to handle rolling assignments, moving materials, lifting heavy loads and improving site layouts. Offers good technical, mechanical and leadership abilities. Experienced Commercial Truck Driver handles different types of loads with skill and efficiency. Attended the NMSU for National Highway Institute Bridge Inspection Training Program. Well-organized and resourceful with superior work ethic and 17+ years in logistics.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Welder II

Weld County Public Works
03.2008 - Current
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Used MIG gun arc to melt and deposit metal from electrode to workpieces.
  • Repaired manufactured products by dismantling, straightening, reshaping and reassembling parts.
  • Running culvert crew, new insulation of culverts and cleaning, maintaining and repairing culverts.
  • Able to maintain level head and clear thinking in high stress situations.
  • Maintaining, cleaning and repairing cattle guards. Installing new cattle guards.
  • Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
  • Managed repair and maintenance schedule, organized shop and maintained equipment.
  • Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening work areas for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Adhered to company policies, safety procedures and performance standards.
  • Kept record of inventory of materials used for job as well as hours worked on job, using cartegraph program and worksheets.
  • Loaded, unloaded and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Available for snow removal, and emergencies.
  • Multiple years of proficient snow removal on all road types.
  • Proven to be reliable and ready for on-calls and emergency situations.
  • Operate equipment proficiently and safely .
  • Performed equipment inspections before and after each shift.
  • Loaded and unloaded heavy objects, dirt and other materials on-site.
  • Implemented safe digging practices in line with machines capabilities and limitations to prevent hazards.
  • Followed exact digging plans within capabilities and limitations of available machinery.
  • Operated excavator to dig on and around live utilities in underground or telecom utility fields.
  • Maintained pit with regular cleanings and removal of obstacles such as mud and rock.
  • Checked to make sure that trench excavations met correct depth.
  • Completed shoveling at job sites to finish appearances and achieve precise specifications.
  • Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
  • Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of Bridge jobs.
  • Run crew building new bridges & re-decks.
  • Help teach and use new safety measurements on bridges.
  • Able to read, understand and implement building plans and grades for bridges and culverts.
  • Experience in communicating with public and/or land owners.

Field Foreman

Rappel Excavating
05.2004 - 02.2008
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle any team need.
  • Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and avoiding hazards such as utility lines.
  • Operated heavy machinery safely with team of operators.
  • Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
  • Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
  • Completed diligent and routine equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Avoided hazards such as hanging or buried utility lines when operating equipment.
  • Ripped out existing asphalt and concrete to prepare for site changes and new construction.
  • Excelled at running crew.
  • Provide vital leadership, knowledge and team working qualities to crew.
  • Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
  • Pitched in to help on short-staffed job site and to meet looming project deadlines.
  • Complied with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to maintain safe work environment.
  • Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
  • Able to properly dig foundations while safely avoiding utilities.
  • Proficient at backfilling and compaction.
  • Skilled at reading blueprints and shooting grade for variety of projects.
  • Ability to read and understand utility flags and markers.
  • Read and understand plans and technical documentation for each job.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
  • Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
  • Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands.
  • Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
  • Attended numerous on-site meetings with subcontractors and clients per month.
  • Maintained zero site accidents and lost work days for 3 years.
  • Meticulously tracked parts and equipment used on each job site.
  • Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
  • Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.

Education

No Degree - Bridge Inspection Training

New Mexico State University
Las Cruces, NM
05.2022

No Degree - Welding Technology

Aims Community College
Greeley, CO
12.2010

High School Diploma -

Platte Valley High School
Kersey, CO
05.2004

Skills

  • Equipment Selection
  • Attention to Detail
  • Pit Experience
  • Load Management
  • Excavation and Backfilling
  • Problem Solving
  • Team Communication
  • CDL License
  • Planning and Coordination
  • MSHA Compliance
  • Inventory Usage
  • Crew Leader
  • Using Cartegraph
  • Help Train New Employees
  • Certified Bridge Inspector

Certification

  • D1.1 Structural Welding
  • LTAP Basics of a Good Gravel Road
  • LTAP Surveying Grade Checking & Staking
  • LTAP Small Bridge Inspection & Maintenance
  • LTAP Confined Spaces, Excavation & Trench Safety
  • LTAP Fall Protection
  • LTAP Roadway Safety & Work Zone Traffic Control
  • LTAP Signing, Pavement Markings & MUTCD
  • LTAP Drainage
  • LTAP Safety on the Job
  • MSHA
  • Certified Bridge Inspection

Timeline

Welder II

Weld County Public Works
03.2008 - Current

Field Foreman

Rappel Excavating
05.2004 - 02.2008

No Degree - Bridge Inspection Training

New Mexico State University

No Degree - Welding Technology

Aims Community College

High School Diploma -

Platte Valley High School

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