Cayden Jordan

Apprentice Operating Engineer / Grade Engineer (Union – Local 612)
Northwest Construction Inc. – Bellevue, WA
June 2022 – Present

· Operate heavy equipment (excavators, loaders, dozers) for grading, excavation, and site development on large-scale civil projects

· Perform grade checking using GPS machine control and traditional methods to ensure compliance with plans and tolerances

· Execute earthwork operations including cut/fill balancing, trenching, and utility installation

· Read and interpret construction plans, elevations, and grade stakes to guide field operations

· Coordinate with foremen, survey crews, and operators to maintain production and meet project schedules

· Follow OSHA safety standards and participate in daily safety meetings

· Conduct equipment inspections and assist with routine maintenance

Selected Project Experience:

Pacific Village Subdivision – Lacey, WA (GC: Pahlisch Construction)
- Mass grading, site preparation, and utility trenching

University of Washington Medical Center – Seattle, WA (GC: Skanska)
- Site work and precision grading on a large-scale healthcare project

WSDOT SR 167 Corridor Improvement Project – WA
- Infrastructure upgrades including grading, excavation, and roadway improvements, Sign Bridge/Sign Installation