Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Military Service
Timeline

George Augustin

Woodridge,IL

Summary

Diligent professional with robust background in construction and underground utilities. Skilled in heavy equipment operation, supervising experience, and construction management. Proficient in blueprints and GIS mapping systems. Currently enrolled in a Construction Management program. Recognized as a leader who delivers effective solutions and for adaptability to new environments.



Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Utility Locator/Water Maintenance

City of Geneva
10.2023 - Current
  • Accurately located underground utility lines to ensure damage prevention for all city owned utilities
  • Communicated effectively and efficiently with contractors and homeowner to ensure the safe excavation of areas where utility lines were present
  • Utilized city GIS mapping system and blueprints to determine the precise locations of underground utilities
  • Identified potential hazards or risks associated with underground utilities during site locates and project excavation
  • Assist in the installation and repair of water mains, sewer lines, and storm drains
  • Operated various heavy equipment, including backhoes, loaders and sewer truck to complete repairs
  • Responded to after hours emergencies and assist with quick and efficient repair of damages utilities


Horizontal Construction Sergeant

U.S. Army
11.2022 - Current
  • Managed team and squad of heavy equipment operators to complete large and small scale construction projects in various counties and terrains
  • Ensured site development was built to specification set via site plans, drawings, and details
  • Collaborated alongside multiple government agencies
  • Sent daily updates through chain of command utilizing Black 10 or Gant Chart to accurately reflect project completion, man hours, equipment, fuel, and material usage

Lead Technician

United States Infrastructure Corporation
05.2020 - 10.2023
  • Planned, scheduled, and delegated daily locate tickets to team of employees
  • Conducted quality inspections of completed work, ensuring compliance with established standards and specifications.
  • Answered questions pertaining to facility troubleshooting and difficult to locate utilities.
  • Trained and Certified damage investigator for all custumer owned utilities.

Heavy Equipment Operator

U.S. Army
11.2018 - 11.2022
  • Proficiently Operated heavy equipment and machinery for all aspects of horizontal work including rough construction, finish construction, site development, roads, and airfields
  • Trained in use and operation of survey equipment to obtain proper ground elevation according to site specifications and plans
  • Routinely conducted preventive maintenance checks and services on all equipment to ensure proper operation and safety
  • Expertly utilize equipment and similar models such as: 10 and 20 Ton Dump Truck, 924H Light Wheel Loader, M580 SM2 Backhoe Loader, 240 LCR Hydraulic Excavator, D7R Crawler Tractor, 621-G Motorized Scraper, 120M Grader, 9 Lever Grader

Education

Associate of Arts - Construction Management

College of Dupage, Glen Ellyn, IL
05-2026

Skills

  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Underground utility locating
  • Construction Management
  • GIS Map and Blue Print Reading
  • Surveying techniques
  • Utility safety
  • Troubleshooting systems
  • Time management
  • Excellent communication
  • Team leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Project management

Accomplishments

  • Completed thousands of utility locates with no at-fault damages
  • Collaborated with various public works departments in the development of a proficient J.U.L.I.E. locate email system
  • Managed three large scale construction projects with the Army over a span of 6 months, leading a seven man team

Certification

  • Military CDL A, 10/01/18, Present
  • License Instructor \ License Examiner Certification
  • CDL B, 08/01/24, 12/01/27
  • Tanker Endorsement
  • First Aid/Combat Life Saver Certification

Military Service

United States Army, Iraq, Sergeant / E-5, 11/01/18, Present, (12N) Horizontal Construction Sergeant

Timeline

Utility Locator/Water Maintenance - City of Geneva
10.2023 - Current
Horizontal Construction Sergeant - U.S. Army
11.2022 - Current
Lead Technician - United States Infrastructure Corporation
05.2020 - 10.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator - U.S. Army
11.2018 - 11.2022
College of Dupage - Associate of Arts, Construction Management

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