A seasoned leader in the construction and excavation industry, I excel in strategic planning and staff development, honed through roles from Heavy Equipment Operator at DM Engineering and Excavating to Business Owner of Dad's Excavating LLC. My tenure showcases a track record of enhancing team performance and safety, underpinned by adeptness in financial management and machinery operation.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Owner
Dad's Excavating LLC
Patagonia, AZ
01.2022 - Current
Hired and trained new department managers to increase team oversight and productivity.
Created policies and procedures that ensured compliance with local regulations and laws.
Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
Researched potential markets for expansion into other locations.
Maintained financial records, such as income statements, balance sheets and budget reports.
Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship, and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
Communicated regularly with clients throughout the duration of the project in order to keep them informed of progress.
Guided and directed third-party inspectors throughout project.
Provided guidance and direction to workers regarding proper installation techniques for various types of construction materials.
Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
Directed development of project estimates, budgets and schedules.
Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
Supervisor
Rummel Construction Inc
Phoenix, AZ
01.2019 - Current
Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment.
Led safety training and daily meetings to update teams and reduce hazards.
Managed team of XX employees, ensuring high productivity and quality standards were met.
Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
Developed and implemented operational policies and procedures to ensure efficiency and accuracy of workflows.
Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
Provided guidance and direction to subordinates regarding job duties and responsibilities.
Developed and maintained a safe working environment, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations.
Heavy Equipment Operator
DM Engineering and Excavating
Patagonia, AZ
01.2007 - 01.2019
Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
Identified potentially hazardous or unacceptable materials at job site and coordinated proper disposal.
Kept records of material or equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
Turned valves to control air or water output of compressors or pumps.
Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks.
Compiled job cost estimates by determining detailed scope of projects and estimating material and labor costs.
Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
Identified, tagged, and notified drivers of prohibited items to secure safe environment.
Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
Education
High School Diploma -
Patagonia Union High School
Patagonia, AZ
01-2007
MSHA Trainning Course
Skills
Sales oversight
Public speaking
Financial planning
Strategic planning
Employee development
Policies and procedures development
Staff management
Task delegation
Performance improvement
Coaching and mentoring
Negotiation
Employee training
Financial management
Strategic Decision-making
Attention to detail
Entrepreneurial personality
Staff hiring
Front end loader operations
Excavation
Maintenance procedures
Pre-operational equipment inspections
Rock removal
Daily vehicle inspections
Machinery inspection
Interpreting maps and instructions
Front end loader handling
Heavy equipment operator
Team coordination
Trench work
Underground utility installation
Backhoe operation
Valid Driver's license
Bulldozer maneuvering
Material handling equipment
Slope stabilization methods
Excavator attachment usage
Debris removal
Following directions
Material spreading techniques
Loading and unloading
Daily vehicle assessments
Erosion control practices
Backhoe handling
Wheel loader operation
Excavation depth control
Hazardous materials handling
Safety policies and procedures
Land clearing techniques
Utility location
Skid steer proficiency
Drilling rig operation
Site preparation techniques
Safety compliance
Safety regulation compliance
Multi-machine operation
Loader operation
Equipment handling
Environmental compliance awareness
Affiliations
My wife and I are celebrating 26 years of marriage we have 3 wonderful children and 2 grandchildren. We have a nice piece of property that my wife has turned into a farm and we raise chicken and pigs. On our off time we like to stay as family oriented as we can with family gatherings, BBQ's and usually we invite our employees to come join the fun. We enjoy the outdoors, camping, fishing, hiking and all the above.
Certification
ROC# 345257 License Issued May 26, 2023
ROC# 340256 License Issued August 18, 2022
License # STL1184 INSTALLER CLASS III Issued 02/01/2024