Jimmy Burge
DeQuincy,LA
Summary
Detail-oriented Engineering Technician with impressive blend of technical expertise and people skills. Committed to providing quality and consistent technical support. Possessing numerous certifications and field expertise. Looking to bring 7 years of experience and take on challenging new role. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineering Technician 3
La Dotd
Lake Charles, Louisiana
02.2022 - Current
- Inspection and Supervision:
- Overseeing the construction and maintenance of superstructures, embankments, asphalt pavements, and concrete structures.
- Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Supervising daily operations and ensuring the job site is safe and productive.
- Sampling and Testing:
- Collecting samples for quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA).
- Conducting field tests and analyses in accordance with Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development (LA DOTD) specifications.
- Documenting test results and maintaining accurate records.
- Documentation and Reporting:
- Preparing Daily Work Reports (DWR) and submitting them timely.
- Reading and marking up construction plans to guide fieldwork.
- Using Excel to prepare and submit fieldbook estimates.
- Maintaining detailed logs of construction activities and material quantities.
- Coordination and Communication:
- Coordinating with contractors to ensure project timelines and quality standards are met.
- Liaising with supervisors, project engineers, and other stakeholders to address issues and provide updates.
- Conducting safety meetings and ensuring all team members are briefed on current safety protocols.
- Technical Proficiency:
- Utilizing Micro Station for drafting and modifying project plans.
- Taking certification tests on time and applying the knowledge gained to the job.
- Demonstrating proficiency in Louisiana Specifications, QC, QA, and sampling manuals.
- Team Leadership:
- Leading a team of 4 employees, providing guidance and training as needed.
- Evaluating team performance and ensuring adherence to project standards.
- Project Estimation and Cost Control:
- Conducting precise measurements and calculations to assist in project estimation.
- Monitoring project expenses and identifying cost-saving opportunities.
- Ensuring accurate billing and documentation for completed work.
Engineering Technician 2
La Dotd
Lake Charles, Louisiana
03.2021 - 02.2022
- Conducted thorough inspections for asphalt, concrete, and dirt construction projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards and specifications. Proficiently collected samples and quantities with precision and efficiency, contributing to accurate project assessment and progress tracking.
- Conducted research to develop and improve engineering processes and products.
- Identified potential problems with existing designs and provided solutions.
- Drafted technical drawings and diagrams for engineering projects.
- Prepared reports documenting results of engineering experiments and investigations.
- Collaborated with engineers to ensure accuracy in specifications, tolerances, safety requirements.
- Monitored operations for compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards.
- Maintained detailed records of all engineering activities including test results, calculations and other relevant information.
Engineering Technician 1
La Dotd
Lake Charles, Louisiana
02.2020 - 03.2021
- Conducted thorough inspections for asphalt, concrete, and dirt construction projects, ensuring adherence to quality standards and specifications. Proficiently collected samples and quantities with precision and efficiency, contributing to accurate project assessment and progress tracking.
Mobile Equipment Operator 2
La Dotd
Lake Charles, Louisiana
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Proficiently operated a diverse range of heavy machinery, including motor graders, backhoes, skid steers, dump trucks, frontend loaders, saws, chainsaws, side spreaders, rollers, and excavators to facilitate construction projects on roadways. Demonstrated expertise in equipment operation, ensuring precision, efficiency, and safety in all tasks performed.
Mobile Equipment Operator 1
La Dotd
Lake Charles, LA
09.2018 - 04.2019
- Proficiently operated a diverse range of heavy machinery, including motor graders, backhoes, skid steers, dump trucks, frontend loaders, saws, chainsaws, side spreaders, rollers, and excavators to facilitate construction projects on roadways. Demonstrated expertise in equipment operation, ensuring precision, efficiency, and safety in all tasks performed.
- Maintained the condition of equipment by performing regular inspections and servicing.
- Performed preventative maintenance tasks on mobile equipment including changing oil, lubricating parts, and replacing filters.
- Loaded trucks with materials using a variety of mobile equipment.
- Transported heavy construction materials from one site to another in a safe manner.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while operating machinery.
- Repaired minor mechanical issues on mobile equipment when needed.
- Cleaned work area after each job was completed.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding daily work assignments.
- Assisted other workers in completing various tasks related to operations of mobile equipment.
- Monitored instruments and gauges to ensure proper functioning of machinery during operation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dequincy High School
Dequincy, LA05-2015
Skills
- Goal Setting
- Team building
- Problem-Solving
- Dependable and Responsible
- Testing Documentation
- Product Inspections
- Quality Control
- Testing
- 2D and 3D modeling
- Excel data entry
- Deadline compliance
- Technical specifications
- Equipment Inspection
Certification
- CDL: Louisiana DMV (License Number: 010955566)
- Asphalt Concrete Paving Certification: LTRC (Contact: (225) 767-9125, www.ltrc.edu/certification.html)
- Nuclear Density Testing: DOTD
References
Professional: Damien Leger, (Supervisor)
Email: damien.leger@la.gov
Phone: 337-515-7707
Professional: Tyson Thevis (Project Engineer)
Email: tyson.thevis@la.gov
Phone: 337-437-9200
Professional: Micheal Brister (Engineering Tech 2)
Email: micheal.brister@la.gov
Phone: 337-226-4434
Professional: David Dauzat, (Sr. inspector @ Michael Baker)
Phone: 318-264-3671
Personal: John Burge,(Father)
Email: jburge@westlake.com
Phone: 337-274-3797
Timeline
Engineering Technician 3
La Dotd
02.2022 - Current
Engineering Technician 2
La Dotd
03.2021 - 02.2022
Engineering Technician 1
La Dotd
02.2020 - 03.2021
Mobile Equipment Operator 2
La Dotd
01.2019 - 02.2020
Mobile Equipment Operator 1
La Dotd
09.2018 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Dequincy High School
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