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Layne Shepherd

Parowan

Summary

Reliable Foreman and Heavy Equipment Operator skilled in running excavators, backhoes, and loaders for trenching, grading, and pipeline work. Experienced in leading crews, reading site plans, and keeping jobs safe, on time, and within budget. Knowledgeable in utility work, including water/sewer main installation and repair.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Foreman/Operator

Orton Excavating
01.2024 - Current
  • Managed trenching and backfilling for utilities (water, sewer, storm drain, and electrical) while protecting existing infrastructure.
  • Supervised installation of shoring, trench boxes, and dewatering systems to maintain safe and stable excavations.
  • Responded to unforeseen field conditions (rock, groundwater, utilities) with practical solutions to minimize delays.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, site plans, and grade stakes to ensure excavation met exact project specifications and tolerances.
  • Collaborated with general contractors, utility companies, and inspectors to resolve site issues and keep projects on schedule.

Fabrication Welder

AFM Fabrication
06.2023 - 01.2024
  • Operated fabrication equipment including grinders, plasma cutters, brakes, shears to cut, shape, and prepare metal parts.
  • Performed MIG, Stick, and flux-core welding on steel for structural and custom fabrication projects.
  • Consistently met production quotas while maintaining company standards.

Equipment Operator/Service Technician

Kane County Water Conservancy District
02.2022 - 06.2023
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis.
  • Responded to customer service requests related to water usage and service concerns.
  • Accurately read and recorded water meters to ensure precise account information.


Education

High School Diploma -

Kanab High School
Kanab, UT
05-2023

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Dedicated work ethic
  • Crew leadership
  • Decision-making
  • Schematics and blueprints
  • Worksite safety

Timeline

Foreman/Operator

Orton Excavating
01.2024 - Current

Fabrication Welder

AFM Fabrication
06.2023 - 01.2024

Equipment Operator/Service Technician

Kane County Water Conservancy District
02.2022 - 06.2023

High School Diploma -

Kanab High School

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