Colton Riggs
Creswell
Summary
Experienced transportation maintenance specialist skilled in machinery operation and equipment maintenance. Proven ability to lead crews and ensure safety compliance while optimizing project efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transportation maintenance specialist 2
ODOT
Eugene
03.2023 - Current
- Executed operation of diverse heavy and light equipment for surface maintenance and repairs.
Responded to weather-related emergencies by operating snowplows and deicer trucks to clear roadways.
Conducted surface repairs such as pothole patching and small inlay work efficiently.
Managed clearing of debris, brush control, grass mowing, and roadside vegetation spraying.
Maintained drainage systems by digging, cleaning ditches, and repairing culverts or erosion issues.
Serviced motorized tools and equipment to uphold operational standards.
Oversaw minor maintenance activities including janitorial tasks, landscaping, painting, and carpentry.
Supervised a four-person crew focused on guardrail repairs while coordinating with dispatch. - Inspected equipment and facilities regularly to identify and address maintenance needs.
- Performed repairs on machinery and infrastructure to ensure operational efficiency.
- Assisted in developing maintenance schedules and work plans to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
Pipe Layer
Pacific Excavation
Eugene
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Dug trenches for assembly and repair of water, electrical, and sewer lines. Checked material grade before laying pipe. Installed manholes, valve cans, and storm grates. Operated heavy machinery including track hoe, skid steer, loader, roller, and sweeper. Performed concrete and paving work.
- Installed and connected diverse piping systems for residential projects, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Operated heavy machinery for trenching and excavation, maintaining safety protocols and efficiency throughout operations.
- Collaborated with project teams to ensure accurate pipe placement and alignment.
Cell Tower Technician
TOOL TECH
Eugene
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Installed and repaired coax, hybrid, and fiber optic cables and connectors on mono pole/cell support towers up to 180 feet, ensuring reliable network connectivity.
- Installed and maintained communication equipment on cell towers.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure tower safety and functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot technical issues effectively.
Pipefitter Material Handler
S2 Industrial
Marcola
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Installed and repaired piping systems in industrial facilities.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics for accurate pipe layout.
- Collaborated with team members to uphold safety compliance on job sites, contributing to a safer working environment.
- Assisted journeyman pipe fitters and organized materials in shop, ensuring efficient workflow and cleanliness.
Carpenter
bridgeway construction
Lowell
05.2016 - 01.2018
- Framing steel stud walls In houses, hospitals, Colleges.
Hang sheet rock and ceiling grid too.
keeping jobsite a clean workplace to be safe and efficient. - Operated power tools and woodworking machinery to execute carpentry tasks with precision.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate and timely project execution.
- Framing steel stud walls In houses, hospitals, Colleges.Hang sheet rock and ceiling grid too.keeping jobsite a clean workplace to be safe and efficient.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lowell High School
Lowell, OR06-2016
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Machinery operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Fleet maintenance
- Troubleshooting techniques
- Piping installation
- Safety compliance
- Project coordination
- Team supervision
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Crew leadership
- First aid and CPR
- Hand tools proficiency
- Plumbing repairs
- Drywall repair
- Commercial construction experience
- Valid Driver's license
Certification
- cpr & first aid
- traffic control certification
- bucket truck licensed
Timeline
Transportation maintenance specialist 2
ODOT
03.2023 - Current
Pipe Layer
Pacific Excavation
03.2021 - 03.2023
Cell Tower Technician
TOOL TECH
01.2019 - 03.2021
Pipefitter Material Handler
S2 Industrial
01.2018 - 01.2019
Carpenter
bridgeway construction
05.2016 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Lowell High School