Melvin Herrera
Antioch,CA
Summary
Field operations and underground utility professional with 15+ years of progressive experience in excavation, trenching, and utility-adjacent infrastructure work in regulated construction environments. Demonstrated expertise supporting gas and utility corridor installations, service restoration activities, and field response operations under strict OSHA/Cal-OSHA safety standards. Experienced in coordinating multi-crew field operations, managing concurrent job sites, and ensuring safe execution of underground utility construction activities. Strong background in field logistics, jobsite hazard control, and operational continuity support in active infrastructure environments. Proven ability to operate in high-compliance field conditions supporting utility service continuity, excavation safety, and infrastructure readiness for underground utility systems.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Manager – Underground Utility & Field Operations
Sequoia Construction Services
12.2020 - Current
- Managed up to 8 concurrent underground utility infrastructure projects per month, supporting excavation, trenching, and utility corridor preparation in active field environments
- Directed field crews of up to 25 personnel across multiple job sites, ensuring safe and efficient deployment of labor, equipment, and materials
- Coordinated underground utility-adjacent construction activities supporting gas and infrastructure corridor development and service continuity operations
- Provided field execution support for service restoration activities and operational continuity in active construction zones
- Performed real-time field adjustments to maintain production flow, schedule adherence, and safe work sequencing
- Enforced OSHA/Cal-OSHA compliance through daily inspections, hazard identification, and corrective action enforcement
- Executed work order tracking, job planning, and field documentation aligned with operational requirements
- Managed field logistics including crew transportation, equipment staging, and multi-site deployment coordination
- Maintained safe excavation environments in active utility-adjacent construction zones, ensuring compliance with regulated safety standards
- Operated and coordinated use of excavation and construction tools including jackhammers, compactors, and powered hand tools
Lead Construction Foreman – Underground Field Operations
Sequoia Equities
06.2018 - 12.2020
- Supervised daily execution of underground construction and excavation activities across multiple active job sites
- Coordinated labor, equipment, and workflow sequencing to support infrastructure installation and site development timelines
- Supported utility corridor preparation including excavation, site access creation, and infrastructure layout assistance
- Interpreted construction plans and resolved field conflicts to prevent delays, rework, and operational inefficiencies
- Enforced OSHA safety compliance including PPE enforcement, hazard mitigation, and corrective action implementation
- Trained field personnel on safe excavation practices, equipment operation, and jobsite safety procedures
Construction Journeyman – Underground Infrastructure Field Operations
Palmera Construction
06.2008 - 12.2018
- Performed excavation, trenching, and underground infrastructure support for utility-adjacent construction projects
- Supported underground utility corridor preparation including excavation, access development, and site readiness activities
- Assisted in field-based infrastructure installation support and restoration activities under supervision in active jobsite environments
- Operated heavy tools and equipment including jackhammers, compaction equipment, and power tools
- Maintained OSHA-compliant safety practices in high-risk excavation environments, ensuring safe work execution
- Supported field teams in completing underground construction tasks with emphasis on safety, precision, and schedule adherence
- Participated in jobsite hazard control and safe work zone maintenance in active construction areas
Education
GED -
College of San Mateo
San Mateo, CA05-2006
Skills
- Gas & Utility Field/Construction Operations
- Underground utility construction support
- Service restoration support operations
- Field response coordination
- Utility corridor excavation support
- Active jobsite utility coordination
- Field Construction & Operations
- Excavation, trenching & backfill operations
- Multi-site project coordination
- Field logistics & crew deployment
- Work order execution & field documentation
- Construction sequencing & workflow coordination
- Safety & Compliance
- OSHA / compliance enforcement
- Jobsite hazard identification & mitigation
- PPE enforcement & safety audits
- Safe excavation practices in utility environments
- Leadership & Execution
- Crew supervision
- Field training & onboarding support
- Real-time operational problem solving
- Equipment & tool operation in field conditions
- Technical Skills
- Excavation & trenching operations
- Gas utility field environment awareness
- Field logistics coordination
- Work order management systems
- Construction equipment & hand tool operation
- Jobsite safety enforcement
- Multi-crew supervision & coordination
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Osha 30
- Asbestos abatement
- Lead abatement
Timeline
Project Manager – Underground Utility & Field Operations
Sequoia Construction Services
12.2020 - Current
Lead Construction Foreman – Underground Field Operations
Sequoia Equities
06.2018 - 12.2020
Construction Journeyman – Underground Infrastructure Field Operations
Palmera Construction
06.2008 - 12.2018
GED -
College of San Mateo