Charles M. Murphy
Austin,Texas
Summary
Seeking a position with a well-established company that will allow me to utilize and enhance my skills and provide opportunities for growth. 10+ years’ experience as CMT field and Lab Technician. Detail oriented, punctual and possess integrity. Previous experience as a full-time onsite technician on many projects including many of the high rise condos in downtown Austin, COTA, Samsung (Taylor) Firefly Aerospace, Oak Grove Power Plant (Franklin, Texas) and various Wind Turbine construction projects in West Texas, Colorado and Michigan. (Structural Welding Certified, OSHA10, MSHA24, Forklift Certified)
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
Capital City Lawncare LLC
02.2017 - Current
- Capital City Lawn care is a locally private owned LLC specializing in native and well adapted plants to Central Texas.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Specialize in lawn maintenance including lawn and tree fertilization and utilizing push (walk behind) and zero turn mowers, weed eaters, chainsaws and any other equipment necessary to complete the task ahead of schedule.
- Utilizing Mig, Stick and Flux Core welding processes for steel edging, residential gates, planters and other ornamental designs.
- Tree trimming, installation and removal.
- Insect and disease control for plants, shrubs and trees using organic or at customer’s request.
- Clean up of overgrown properties.
- Debris Haul off.
- Gutter cleanouts, removal and installation.
- Stonework/Masonry such as pathway and patio construction.
- Monitor the crew to make sure the job is satisfactory to the customer and the job is done correctly.
- Always practice safe work habits and leave the area as clean as possible.
- Utilized 14-foot dump trailer for debris haul off.
- Utilized Bobcat s650 skid steer for soil removal gradation and any other miscellaneous reasons when necessary.
Soils Laboratory Technician
Rock Engineering/UES
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Collected various soil samples from the field and prepared for laboratory testing
- Performed proctor analysis using ASTM test methods d698, d1557, and TEX113 on collected samples
- Collected date on moisture content
- Sieve analysis, Atterberg Limits, plasticity index and soil Hydrometer
- Operated Gilson soil processor to separate soil particles by size to prepare for proctor analysis
- Compressive strength testing on collected concrete samples as well as drilled soil core samples (Unconfined Compression)
- I identified different soil types upon arrival at the laboratory and logged into data sheets for required testing upon client request
- Always turned in daily data reports to project engineers in a timely manner and made aware of any deviations throughout the day on specific projects
- Always kept the laboratory clean of debris and always organized and practiced safe work habits
- Calibrated and maintained instruments to keep equipment fully operational.
Senior Lab Technician
Arias And Associates
06.2018 - 07.2021
- Performed soil Proctor for field technicians such as TEX 113E, ASTM 117E (Triaxial) ASTM d698, ASTM d1557
- Performed Atterberg limits and plasticity index on collected soil samples.
- Collected data on Compressive strength concrete cylinder samples that were molded in the field.
- Sieve analysis and gradation for certain material sizes
- Soil PH Soil Hydrometer.
- Performed Unconfined Compression on drilled soil samples.
- Utilized Drill to extract concrete and asphalt sample for Compressive Strength.
- Measured compressive strength from field specimens and collected data.
- Prepared, measured, cut and set up incoming geo projects, collected weight data to obtain moisture content, etc.
- Keep all equipment clean and Calibrated equipment when needed or before a specified date.
- Turned in all data collected from the day to specified project manager on a timely basis.
- Always kept the work area clean, safe and free of debris.
Senior Construction Materials Testing Technician
ECS Limited Southwest
04.2016 - 06.2018
- Operated Troxler and Humboldt Nuclear gauge to measure density and moisture percentages of soil and asphalt
- Obtained concrete samples and performed slump and air content
- Drilled pier observation and data entry
- Reinforcing steel inspections according to structural drawings and engineer of record
- Field data entry using company laptop and sent to assigned project managers for review daily
- Experienced in materials testing in the laboratory for soil proctor, sieve analysis, Atterberg limits, etc
- Performed compressive strength testing for concrete cylinders
- I studied project Concrete Submittals, Structural and Civil plans, and GeoTech report prior to arriving at the job site
- Soil proctor pickups and location entry
- Maintained professional work relations with the project Superintendent and informed them of specific testing results or inspections for that day
- Always practice safe work habits daily
Construction Materials Testing Technician
RRC (Renewable Resources Co.)
03.2013 - 04.2016
- Conducted general materials testing for the construction of wind turbines at Golden West Wind Farm in Colorado Springs, West Texas, and Michigan
- Performed compressive strength tests in an onsite laboratory for concrete samples
- Utilized Nuclear Density Gauge and Dynamic Cone Penetrometer to determine soil compaction and moisture requirements around wind turbine bases, overburden, crane pads, road construction and other miscellaneous areas
- Performed structural steel observations as per drawings of engineer of record
- Proof Roll and visual observation for certain areas where needed and recorded results
- Worked with project engineers to ensure specifications are followed and to give updates on project progress
- Reviewed observation and test data for accuracy and completeness
- Studied structural steel plans and then inspected reinforcing steel prior to pouring concrete
- Prepared daily reports and time sheets promptly
- Discarded or rejected materials not meeting project requirements
- This position was 100% travel using a personal truck
- Always practiced safe work habits and always used PPE while onsite
Fabricator/Welder
Gibraltar Cable Barrier (Gibraltar Perimeter Security)
01.2009 - 08.2013
- Fabricated and welded products and components for highway and military base safety barriers as well as commercial and residential gates using SMAW, FCAW and MIG welding processes.
- Operated large bandsaw, acetylene torches and plasma table to cut material to size
- Completed all welding projects on time or ahead of schedule..
- Operated forklift to move completed projects onto trucks and to move raw material around and into place.
- Capable of moving 40 ft beams and angle iron. in and outside of shop doors.
- Always inspected completed work with attention to detail prior to being delivered
- Kept the area clean of debris and always used proper PPE and practiced safe work habits.
- General shop and yard duties
Education
Structural Welding Certification -
Austin Community College
Austin, TX05.2024
Coursework - Environmental Science
Austin Community College
Austin, TX01.2002
Certification
- ACI Concrete Field Technician Certification, 11/01/22, 11/01/27
- Radiation Safety Certification
- OSHA 10 Certification, 03/01/15
- MSHA 24 Certification, 05/01/17
- Soils SB102, 03/12/19, 03/12/24
- Structural Welding Certification Level 1, 05/01/24
- Forklift Certified
Timeline
Soils Laboratory Technician
Rock Engineering/UES
09.2022 - 08.2024
Senior Lab Technician
Arias And Associates
06.2018 - 07.2021
Owner/Operator
Capital City Lawncare LLC
02.2017 - Current
Senior Construction Materials Testing Technician
ECS Limited Southwest
04.2016 - 06.2018
Construction Materials Testing Technician
RRC (Renewable Resources Co.)
03.2013 - 04.2016
Fabricator/Welder
Gibraltar Cable Barrier (Gibraltar Perimeter Security)
01.2009 - 08.2013
Structural Welding Certification -
Austin Community College
Coursework - Environmental Science
Austin Community College
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