Jonathan Sommer
Bluffdale,UT
Summary
Skilled in heavy equipment operation and with a proven track record at Apachy Sky Construction, I excel in excavator operation and effective team communication. Demonstrated success in enhancing safety programs, leading to a significant reduction in job site accidents. Committed to leveraging ground disturbance expertise and fostering positive stakeholder relationships, consistently completing projects on time.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Excavator Operator
Apachy Sky Construction
- Drove construction equipment to excavate and grade land on road beds.
- Performed repairs on excavator engines, throttles and pedals.
- Coordinated machine actions with other crew member activities by positioning and moving loads to necessary locations.
- Loaded and unloaded heavy objects, dirt and other materials on-site.
- Implemented strict safety measures on job sites, reducing accidents Number%.
- Calculated slopes and grades, performed ground surveys and used pipe lasers for pipe laying.
- Notified supervisor to escalate issues needing further investigation or study.
- Employed safe digging practices in line with machine capabilities and limitations to prevent hazards.
- Operated excavator to dig on and around live utilities in underground or telecom utility fields.
- Followed exact digging plans within capabilities and limitations of available machinery.
Foreman
Cashe Valley Electric
10.2024 - Current
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
- Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Devised and implemented safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
General Foreman
Wasatch Electric
Salt Lake City, UT
08.2013 - 11.2024
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Ordered necessary supplies and materials required for installation of new work and remodeling of existing systems.
- Assembled and secured pipes, tubes, fittings and related equipment according to project specifications.
- Reviewed blueprints, specifications and drawings to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
- Performed job safety analysis on daily basis to mitigate risks for all workers and visitors to job sites.
- Planned each job with appropriate safety measures, addressing weight limits and fall protection.
- Assigned daily duties to each employee based upon individual strengths, effectively completing Number% of roofing jobs on time.
- Liaised between field engineers and trade workers align construction projects with drawings and specifications.
- Delivered project updates to superintendent and detailed issues that could halt work progress.
- Maintained cost-effective inventory of spare parts to help achieve production goals.
- Adhered to US Occupational Health and Safety Administration mandates requiring use of gloves and insulating blankets for installation of high-voltage equipment.
- Analyzed blueprints to determine where to run wires, install electrical outlets and connect wires to central circuit panels.
- Prepared daily time cards and assisted in preparation of estimates and scope of work statements.
- Completed final walkthroughs at job sites to close out projects.
- Kept teams properly supplied with materials, tools, plans and supplementary assistance to meet project deadlines.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
Framing Foreman
Taranaki Construction
05.2004 - 11.2006
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
- Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
Education
Electric, Tower Tech -
IBEW
Salt Lake City, UTBachelor Of Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT06.2012
Skills
- Ground disturbance issues
- Proper pipe rigging
- Written and verbal communication
- Pre-operational equipment inspections
- Heavy equipment operator
- Excavator operation
- Trench work
- Pre-operational equipment checks
- Safety programs
- Soil classification
- Excavate ditches
- GPS navigation
- Heavy equipment operation
Accomplishments
I have successfully turned over more than 250 sites that have been on time and under budget with AT&T Verizon and just in general, I find safety issues before they become an hazard, I have almost ever safety certificate and graduated from the IBEW with the highest test scores.
Certification
,,MSHA, OSHA 10-30, Class 4 rigging, Electrical, safe driving, first aid CPR/EMS, and many more
Timeline
Foreman
Cashe Valley Electric
10.2024 - Current
General Foreman
Wasatch Electric
08.2013 - 11.2024
Framing Foreman
Taranaki Construction
05.2004 - 11.2006
Electric, Tower Tech -
IBEW
Bachelor Of Civil Engineering - Civil Engineering
Salt Lake Community College
Excavator Operator
Apachy Sky Construction
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