David Speakman
Tonopah
Summary
Proven leader and efficient Backhoe operator with a track record of optimizing team performance and project quality at Tonopah Public Utilities. Expert in job planning and skilled in leveraging detailed knowledge of water lines, hydrants, main valves, service lines, meters, SCADA system and sewer collections to exceed production targets. Adept at crew scheduling and fostering a collaborative environment, ensuring high-quality outcomes in water/waste water management.
Detailed Foreman skilled in planning, assigning and directing work tasks. Team-oriented professional with strong commitment to maintaining safe, clean job sites. Dedicated to quality and clear communication.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Water/Waste Water Foreman
Tonopah Public Utilities
Tonopah
04.2013 - Current
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards.
- Hands on team player.
- Operate Scada System
- Supervised daily operations and workflow of utility maintenance crews.
- Coordinated equipment repairs and scheduled preventive maintenance tasks.
- Trained and mentored new employees on safety protocols and operational standards.
- Managed inventory of tools, materials, and equipment for job readiness.
- Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Supervised activities of personnel assigned to various tasks during construction jobs.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for job completion.
Education
Diploma -
Centennial High School
Las Vegas, NVSkills
- Backhoe operator
- Crew Scheduling
- Job Planning
- Detailed knowledge on main and service water lines and hydrants
- Equipment maintenance
- SCADA operation
- Project supervision
- Quality inspection
- Workflow optimization
- Inventory management
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Worksite safety
- Planning and scheduling
- Job planning
Certification
- Waste Water Treatment Operator 1
- Water Distribution Operator 2
Timeline
Water/Waste Water Foreman
Tonopah Public Utilities
04.2013 - Current
Diploma -
Centennial High School