Daniel Santiago
Florida City,FL
Summary
Skilled in heavy equipment operation and effective communication, I significantly enhanced project quality and safety at Downrite Engineering Corporation. My expertise in pipe laying and commitment to safety regulations minimized environmental disruptions, fostering strong client relationships through high-quality work and efficient team collaboration.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipe Layer
Downrite Engineering Corporation
06.2022 - Current
- Assembled and installed underground pipe, fittings, and valves of various sizes.
- Used hand signals to direct equipment operators and alert to hazards.
- Enhanced workplace safety by consistently following standard operating procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Handled all repairs for sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems.
- Observed all safety measures and company equipment policies to prevent job site accidents.
- Boosted productivity by efficiently using hand tools such as pipe cutters, wrenches, and shovels in pipe laying tasks.
- Increased overall project quality by performing thorough inspections of installed pipes to detect leaks or defects.
- Displayed adaptability by seamlessly transitioning between various types of pipe materials, including PVC, steel, and concrete pipes.
- Used equipment such as rollers, dump trucks and front-end loaders to move important supplies.
- Optimized material usage by accurately determining the type, size, and quantity of pipes needed for each job site.
- Graded or leveled trench bases using tamping machines or hand tools.
- Reviewed schematics and measured pipes to make accurate cuts.
- Result Minimized disruptions to surrounding environments during excavation processes with careful planning and coordination strategies.
- Covered completed pipes with earth or materials and prepared sites for grading.
Landscape Worker
BrightView Landscape
06.2017 - 10.2021
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained clean worksites throughout projects by removing debris, trimming overgrown plants, and keeping tools organized.
- Applied mulch and other soil amendments to improve plant growth conditions while also controlling weeds and retaining moisture levels.
- Developed strong client relationships by addressing concerns or requests promptly and providing excellent customer service throughout projects.
- Contributed to team efficiency by effectively communicating project updates and collaborating on task assignments.
- Installed sod, seeded lawns, or hydroseeded areas for new turf establishment or lawn repair purposes.
- Ensured safety on job sites by following proper procedures for operating power tools and heavy equipment.
- Prepared planting beds for new installations with proper soil preparation techniques including tilling, amending soil composition if needed, grading surfaces level before planting began.
Education
GED -
GED
Miami, FL09.2021
Skills
- Heavy Lifting
- Trench Safety
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Safety Procedures
- Equipment and tools
- Traffic Control
- Storm drain piping
- Pipe joining
- Pipe installation
- Sewer Line Installation
- Effective Communication
- Pipe Alignment
- Drainage Systems
- Water Main Installation
- Pressure testing
- Backfilling Procedures
- Adherence to Safety Regulations
- Excavation Techniques
- Soil Compaction
- Pipe laying
- Manhole setting
- Trackhoe operation
- Blueprint Reading
- Equipment Operation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Pipe Layer
Downrite Engineering Corporation
06.2022 - Current
Landscape Worker
BrightView Landscape
06.2017 - 10.2021
GED -
GED
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