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JEREMIAH WICKSTROM

Abilene,KS

Summary

I am a dedicated, punctual, hardworking individual looking for a career with a progressive organization. Recently, I was working for an underground utility company as an equipment operator/laborer. Prior to this, I operated heavy equipment on Ft. Riley, replacing existing waterline due to its age and type of material. My primary function has been excavating for installation of new lines, and as crew lead. Prior to this, I spent six years with the City of Abilene, KS Water Department. Five of those years were as the Water Department/ Sewer Collection Superintendent. I started with these organizations in entry level positions, and quickly demonstrated my commitment and strong work ethic. I have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, strong leadership and management ability, creative and flexible ability to understand and apply proper safety and health standards and regulations. Proficient in time management; the ability to manage and organize multiple priorities, in a calm and efficient manner. Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple activities and objectives in a rapidly changing environment, and deliver quality service. Good knowledge of water distribution/sewer collection processes and techniques. Competent heavy equipment operator, with operational experience in a multitude of environments and situations. Strong knowledge in commercial construction applications.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Equipment Operator

Larsons Construction
Manhattan, KS
01.2022 - 06.2023
  • Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Installed underground utilities utilizing safe excavating practices.
  • Potholed marked utilities to verify depth and location for future excavations.
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Leavenworth Excavating Company(LEXECO)
Leavenworth, KS
04.2020 - 11.2021
  • operated excavators for installation of waterline
  • promoted company's strict safety protocols for operation of machinery to reduce accidents and injuries
  • created safe open excavations of all holes and trenches, allowing workers to safely access and perform all necessary duties to underground utility
  • performed safe digging practices on all utilities, in or around current worksite
  • operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land, after installation was complete

Utility Technician

ASUS, Fort Riley Utility Services
Ft. Riley, KS
01.2020 - 04.2020
  • Previous responsibilities include: Monthly grease trap inspections, monthly water-oil-separator inspections, sewer line maintenance (jetting sewer lines), valve exercising, meter reading, repair of water and sewer lines due to emergencies, on-call periodically for response to call-outs for one week periods, equipment operator.

Military Police

Kansas National Guard
Topeka, KS
09.2006 - 12.2019
  • extensive knowledge of Military Police Procedures
  • substantial knowledge of security procedures and techniques
  • ability to effectively use two way communication equipment
  • proficient in basic computer applications; Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
  • comprehensive communication abilities
  • excellent observational skills
  • maintained a 100% accountability for all sensitive items assigned
  • performed and oversaw daily, weekly, and monthly PMCS requirements for all vehicles assigned within the platoon element
  • performed Convoy Operations as a Team Leader and Convoy Commander, in a foreign and austere environment
  • performed Entry Controlled Point (ECP) Operations, as a team leader, in a foreign and austere environment
  • served as a security element, alongside with other various law enforcement agencies, at the 2016 Presidential Inauguration

Sewer Collection Superintendent

Water
Abilene, KS
05.2012 - 11.2019
  • plan and implement daily water distribution/sewer collection tasks for six department personnel
  • schedule staff members work in order to ensure they perform their duties on a regular basis
  • investigate customers concerns or complaints, ensuring the most accurate information is available to them
  • proficient in basic computer applications; Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
  • substantial knowledge of the meter reading systems for Metron and Sensus meters
  • provided technical direction to workers in the installation, upgrading, and testing of commercial and residential water meters
  • supervise water distribution/sewer collection activities, as well as maintenance operations
  • planned, coordinated, and executed new waterline/sewer line projects performed in-house
  • worked closely with Contractors, ensuring all out-sourced projects were completed in a timely and efficient manner
  • maintained records of water usage for monthly/annual reports
  • maintained accurate records of sewer line maintenance, also included in a monthly/annual report
  • performed valve maintenance operations on over 800 valves located within the city limits
  • kept detailed records of valve performance during maintenance operations
  • performed maintenance on all fire hydrants within city limits
  • worked with City Fire Department to conduct pressure tests on all hydrants within the City limits, annually
  • performed maintenance on 2 lift stations; in addition, provided sewer collection and lift station maintenance reports for KDHE inspections annually
  • provided safety training to staff, ensuring that we stay compliant to City Ordinance policies and procedures
  • operated and trained personnel on various types of heavy equipment, in a safe and effective manner
  • oversaw the maintenance of all Water Department/Sewer Collection fleet vehicles, ensuring proper maintenance was being performed
  • responsible for over $1,000,000 in inventory and equipment utilized within my departments

Carpenter

Firebaugh Construction Inc
Overland, Kansas
02.2009 - 08.2010
  • planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance
  • followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area
  • read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives
  • experienced and versatile with commercial construction applications
  • in depth knowledge of metal stud, drywall and acoustical ceiling applications

Heavy Equipment Operator

JC Excavating
Parachute, CO
05.2006 - 05.2007
  • operated various types and sizes of heavy equipment
  • graded and shaped land for building and finishing purposes
  • performed reclaim operations with heavy equipment, after job had been completed
  • used Bulldozers for recovery operations when large vehicles were disabled on steep mountain grades
  • used Bulldozers to lower large trucks off the mountain safely, due to inclement weather concerns or other hazards posed on steep mountain terrain
  • responsible for daily maintenance before and after all excavation operations on daily assigned

Education

High School Diploma -

Shawnee Mission Northwest High School
01.1995

Skills

  • Pre-Operational Equipment Inspections
  • Equipment Logs
  • Safety Policies and Procedures
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Utilities Location
  • Excavation and Backfilling

Timeline

Equipment Operator

Larsons Construction
01.2022 - 06.2023

Heavy Equipment Operator

Leavenworth Excavating Company(LEXECO)
04.2020 - 11.2021

Utility Technician

ASUS, Fort Riley Utility Services
01.2020 - 04.2020

Sewer Collection Superintendent

Water
05.2012 - 11.2019

Carpenter

Firebaugh Construction Inc
02.2009 - 08.2010

Military Police

Kansas National Guard
09.2006 - 12.2019

Heavy Equipment Operator

JC Excavating
05.2006 - 05.2007

High School Diploma -

Shawnee Mission Northwest High School
JEREMIAH WICKSTROM