Edward Low
Montgomery,AL
Summary
Experienced Construction Materials Testing Tech with expertise in material analysis, quality assurance, and process improvement. Proven success in enhancing testing accuracy and efficiency.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cmt Technician
Bhate Geosciences Corporation
10.2023 - Current
- Field and lab testing: testing of soils , aggregates, concrete, asphalt, and steel for construction projects.
- Quality assurance: verifying that materials meet project specs and engineer design
- Reporting: documentation of test results, observations and data for project managers and clients
- Observations: Backfill, compaction, and placement of materials
- Enhanced project quality through meticulous attention to detail in field tests and inspections
- Assisted contractors in trouble shooting and identifying root causes of product failures
- Installed laboratory equipment for testing, research and process control.
- Communicated product failures and testing problems with contractors.
- Sampled products to verify compliance with standards
- Followed safety protocols while handling hazardous materials.
- Trained other workers in inspection and testing procedures.
- Operated and maintained testing equipment.
Asphalt Paving Foreman
Bonness Inc
08.2020 - 09.2023
- Conducted thorough site inspections before starting each project to identify potential issues or hazards that could impact the timeline or quality of work.
- Coordinated with asphalt suppliers for asphalt orders, mix types, and quantities.
- Coordinated with asphalt suppliers to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Inspected paving equipment and made adjustments for asphalt operations to proceed.
- Improved project efficiency by implementing detailed scheduling and resource allocation plans.
- Coordinated TTC and MOT near paving work zones.
- Maintained high-quality standards for all asphalt paving jobs by enforcing strict adherence to industry practices and guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members, keeping a positive work environment that maximized performance and morale.
- Overseeing daily operations, making critical decisions, and providing guidance when needed.
- Provided comprehensive training for new hires, ensuring they quickly developed the necessary skills to contribute effectively to the team.
- Organized crew deployment, assigning tasks based on individual skills and strengths to ensure efficient project execution.
- Conducted safety meetings and toolbox talks pertaining to paving operations and materials handling.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback to push development within the team.
- Supervised setup and teardown of asphalt equipment and materials at job sites and led team in cleanup.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production at an optimal pace.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees to complete projects by deadlines.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Bonness Inc.
07.2014 - 08.2020
- Assisted in patching and placing asphalt hot and cold mix.
- safely operated machinery such as rollers, skid steers, pavers, shuttle buggies, and plate compactors to accurately install asphalt
- safely operated machinery to accurately remove asphalt
- Maintained a clean job site: collect and or remove debris and secured job site each day to eliminate potential hazards.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks to haul and hoist materials.
- Managed safety and maintenance procedures on equipment and machinery
- Excavated land surfaces with with machinery
Heavy Equipment Operator
Hypower Electrical & Utility Contractor
05.2011 - 07.2012
- Bulldozer, excavators, backhoes, graders, loaders, dump trucks, skid steers.
- Read grade stakes and jobsite plans to interpret grades and elevations of materials and installations.
- Operated, drove, and controlled heavy equipment to complete tasks on construction sites
- Loaded and unloaded equipment from haulers and / or trailers
- Inspected equipment before and after use to ensure proper safety.
- Always observed and adhered to stipulated safety codes.
Construction Laborer
Central Florida Equipment
03.2010 - 12.2011
- · Tool & Equipment Operation: Use of hand tools (saws, hammers, shovels, plate compactors
- Assisting Trades: Supporting electricians, plumbers, carpenters, and other skilled tradesmen
- Prepared worksites and specified locations
- Cleaned work areas, machines, or equipment, to maintain a clean and safe job site.
- Resolved problems on-site to avoid production delays.
- TTC and MOT set up and take down
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Assisted in the completion of projects on time by collaborating with team members to complete tasks efficiently.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Booker T. Washington Senior High School
Miami, FL05-2008
Skills
- Material testing
- Material analysis
- Quality assurance
- Data analysis
- Report generation
- Process improvement
- Team collaboration
- Project management
- Safety compliance
Certification
- Concrete Field Testing Technician grade 1 - American Concrete Institute
- Nuclear Gauge Operator Safety And Hazmat - Troxler Electronic Laboratories, Inc.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Beginner (A1)
Timeline
Cmt Technician
Bhate Geosciences Corporation
10.2023 - Current
Asphalt Paving Foreman
Bonness Inc
08.2020 - 09.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator
Bonness Inc.
07.2014 - 08.2020
Heavy Equipment Operator
Hypower Electrical & Utility Contractor
05.2011 - 07.2012
Construction Laborer
Central Florida Equipment
03.2010 - 12.2011
High School Diploma -
Booker T. Washington Senior High School