Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Cody Powers

Heavy Equipment Operator
Pulaski,VA

Summary

Knowledgeable Lead Pipe Layer skilled in laying water, sewer and drainage pipes, as well as installing manholes and hydrants for new and existing commercial and residential projects. Experienced in reading and interpreting blueprints and schematics, following orders and independently correcting problems. Construction expertise gained over a 20+ year career. Having worked in almost all areas of the construction field I have gained the knowledge and wisdom to safely and efficiently apply my wisdom to many areas of the construction field. I have the skills and wisdom to be a great asset to any company. I am versatile in my thinking. I am open minded to new ideas and ways of finishing any project more efficiently as long as it complies with safety and regulatory rules and standards. I have vast experience in most heavy equipment used on construction sites. I am proficient in most areas of the construction field. Being able to make quick, safe and decisive decisions when encountering problems while maintaining professionalism towards a project makes me an excellent addition to a company. My people skills and the ability to remain positive under pressure and negativity with the vast knowledge and wisdom gained in the 20+ years I have worked in the construcition field make me an invaluable employee.

Overview

23

Construction

5

Heavy Equipment Operator

5

Lead Pipe Layer

10

Lead Residential Roofer

Work History

JWB Contractors
Dublin, VA

Pipe Layer & Heavy Equipment Operator
06.2017 - 03.2022

Job overview

  • Handled assembly and installation of underground piping, fittings and valves for storm drains and water mains.
  • Directed equipment operators and alerted to hazards by using effective hand signals.
  • Adhered to company equipment policies and safety procedures to avoid accidents and mishaps.
  • Repaired sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems.
  • Assessed pipes to ensure zero leakage and proper functionality.
  • Graded and leveled trench bases using tamping machines and hand tools.
  • Installed water, sewer and storm drain systems, laying as many as 250 feet per day.
  • Located underground utilities in preparation for digging and marked locations to prevent damage.
  • Backfilled excavated locations after completion of work to protect piping and prepare for final grading.
  • Operated rollers, front-end loaders and backhoes for site work.
  • Put in new fire hydrants, gate valves and fire lines to support city requirements.
  • Followed written instructions, schematics and blueprints to lay out pipe in correct arrangements.
  • Located existing pipes requiring repair or replacement using magnetic and radio indicators.
  • Filled pipes with sand or resin to prevent distortion for proper installation.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Presented clean and sanitized vehicle to customers for utmost satisfaction.
  • Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
  • Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
  • Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
  • Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
  • Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
  • Identified hazardous materials on job sites and took action to mitigate and enhance safety.
  • Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
  • Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
  • Loaded both raw materials and finished components to support manufacturing and production processes.
  • Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
  • Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
  • Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
  • Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation or rocks.
  • Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
  • Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
  • Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
  • Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
  • Kept records of material or equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
  • Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
  • Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
  • Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
  • Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
  • Signaled operators to guide movement of tractor-drawn machines.
  • Used hitches to select and fasten bulldozer blades or other attachments to tractors.
  • Turned valves to control air or water output of compressors or pumps.
  • Tested atmosphere for adequate oxygen or explosive conditions while working in confined spaces.
  • Compiled job cost estimates by determining detailed scope of projects and estimating material and labor costs.

Aimes Construction
Christiansburg, VA

Concrete Laborer
09.2015 - 05.2017

Job overview

  • Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials and machines from trucks and trailers.
  • Set up and reinforced forms to accurately pour concrete for walkways and other structures.
  • Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
  • Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
  • Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
  • Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
  • Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
  • Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
  • Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
  • Placed steel pins using sledgehammer.
  • Worked with teammates to move steel forms.
  • Prepared and cleaned surfaces for finishing to reduce holes and cracks.
  • Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
  • Mixed cement and mortar in preparation for pouring.
  • Planned work based on verbal instructions, blueprints and written specifications.
  • Prepared concrete by hand mixing sand and cement.
  • Set up scaffolding, braces and other temporary structures to support crew during work.
  • Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
  • Reviewed blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades.
  • Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.

Dalton Home Improvement
Radford, VA

Residential Roofer & Contractor
04.2005 - 09.2008

Job overview

  • Disassembled old roofs and disposed of components.
  • Performed installation of peripheral material such as decking and flashing.
  • Located and repaired roof leaks in 5 rib metal, architectural shingles, 3 tab shingle and standing seam systems.
  • Installed rubber, metal and shingle roofing on different types of commercial buildings.
  • Worked safely and effectively under difficult conditions and completed projects under various kinds of weather.
  • Worked regularly at advanced heights and followed all OSHA safety protocols and procedures for fall prevention.
  • Followed manufacturer specifications to remove old roofing materials and install new roofs.
  • Repaired and replaced roof membrane, sub roofing, sheathing and base materials.
  • Communicated clearly and reliably with foreman and crew leaders, highlighting safety concerns and detailing project progress.
  • Maintained and repaired roofing tools and equipment.
  • Repaired and maintained surface materials to make building exteriors weatherproof and waterproof.
  • Cut roofing paper to size and nailed and stapled paper to roof in overlapping strips to form base for roofing materials.
  • Diagnosed and identified sources of leaks, developing plans for repairs from total tear-offs to patchwork.
  • Participated in all phases and types of commercial roofing.
  • Applied plastic coatings and membranes, fiberglass or felt over sloped roofs to prepare for shingle installation.
  • Overlapped successive layers of roofing material, determining distance of overlap using chalk line, gauge on shingling hatchet and lines on shingles.
  • Trained and oversaw individuals in roofing system installations.
  • Cemented and nailed flashing strips of over joints to achieve watertight seals.
  • Selected necessary materials and calculated dimensions to develop plan appropriate to specifications.
  • Maintained knowledge of single ply and built-up service and repair.
  • Produced time and cost estimates for change orders.
  • Reviewed and approved shop drawings and submittals.
  • Completed and submitted accurate work orders to office staff promptly to avoid lags in commencing projects.

T & J Towing
Radford , VA

Tow Truck Operator
07.1999 - 11.2002

Job overview

  • Completed vehicle recoveries, private tows and involuntary retrievals in collaboration with businesses and police departments.
  • Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
  • Conducted regular vehicle and equipment inspections to maintain safety and comply with laws.
  • Established relationships with agency representatives to complete towing jobs efficiently and according to procedures.
  • Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
  • Maintained ongoing communications with other tow truck operator in operations center to keep teammates informed.
  • Maximized team efficiency by using equipment to move materials.
  • Performed weekly inspections and completed vehicle repairs.
  • Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
  • Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
  • Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
  • Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
  • Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
  • Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
  • Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before and after trips and completed basic maintenance for optimal performance.
  • Maintained strict compliance with safety rules for passenger and driver protection.
  • Inspected vehicle and personally handled routine upkeep.

Education

Radford High School
Radford, VA

High School Diploma
05.2000

University Overview

Skills

  • Reliable & Trustworthy
  • Equipment Operation
  • Pipe Cutting
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • People Skills
  • Good Work Ethic
  • Active Listening
  • Water Line Laying
  • Water and Sewer Piping
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Construction Equipment Operation
  • Excavation and Backfilling
  • Attention to Detail
  • Utilities Location
  • Critical Thinking
  • Land Clearing
  • Object Avoidance
  • Accident Prevention
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Stump and Rock Removal
  • Problem Solving
  • Team Communication
  • Load Management
  • Safety Policies and Procedures
  • Good Judgement
  • Maintenance Procedures
  • Equipment Logs
  • Safety Procedures
  • Team Collaboration
  • Pre-Operational Equipment Inspections
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Decision Making
  • Pre and Post-Trip Inspections
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Materials Movement
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Hydraulic Lifts
  • Repair and Maintenance
  • Interpreting Maps and Instructions
  • Attachment Installation
  • Problem-Solving
  • Procedure and Policy Adherence
  • Crew Assistance
  • Schematic Interpretation
  • Safety Meetings
  • Procedure and Policy Adherence
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Relationship Building
  • Customer Service
  • Flexible Schedule
  • Training & Development
  • Team Management
  • First Aid/CPR
  • Mud Box Installation
  • Traffic Flagging
  • Health Assessments

Timeline

Pipe Layer & Heavy Equipment Operator
JWB Contractors
06.2017 - 03.2022
Concrete Laborer
Aimes Construction
09.2015 - 05.2017
Residential Roofer & Contractor
Dalton Home Improvement
04.2005 - 09.2008
Tow Truck Operator
T & J Towing
07.1999 - 11.2002
Radford High School
High School Diploma
Cody PowersHeavy Equipment Operator