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Nathan Ford

Stayton,OR

Summary

Extensive experience in civil and heavy civil construction, skilled in trench safety, pipe laying, footings, laboring and heavy equipment operation.


Experienced with installing and maintaining pipe systems across diverse projects. Utilizes technical skills and hands-on experience to ensure precise and efficient pipe laying and footing placement. Knowledge of industry standards and safety protocols.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pipe Layer

Weitman Excavation
08.2024 - 01.2025
  • Installed various types of pipe according to project specifications and safety
  • Utilized different types of shoring
  • Paint out and excavate footings
  • Shot grade with grade rod and laser
  • Asphalt/Concrete subgrade prep
  • Reduced material waste by accurately measuring and cutting pipes according to specifications.
  • Conducted site preparation by clearing debris and establishing stable foundations for pipe laying.
  • Used hand signals to direct equipment operators and alert to hazards.
  • Utilized standard hand tools for installing and cutting pipe.

Pipe Layer, Laborer, Operator

Slayden
06.2023 - 04.2024
  • Assembled and installed underground and above ground pipe, fittings, and valves of various sizes.
  • Ran loader, roller, skid steer, fork lift, haul truck, water truck, some excavator work. Loading out trucks and backfilling.
  • Utilized standard tools for civil construction. Saws, impact, pneumatic tools, speed wrenches, grade rod,
  • Prepped for asphalt and concrete grade. Some concrete work. Tied rebar.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by consistently following standard operating procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
  • Worked locally and on the road

Operations Manager

Ford Moving
07.2021 - 10.2023
  • Managed daily operations to streamline processes.
  • Kept the company in state compliance by creating a tariff with ODOT and assuring crews adhered to it.
  • Managed crews up to 6
  • Over the phone and in person estimates.
  • Customer relations and billing.
  • Empowered employees to take ownership of their responsibilities, leading to increased accountability and improved performance outcomes.
  • Oversaw inventory needed for jobs and procured more when needed.
  • Trained staff on standard operating procedures to maintain compliance and improve performance.
  • Operated a variety of sized box trucks. Typically 26'.

Laborer Operator

ML Houck
04.2017 - 07.2021
  • Installed water, storm and sewer mainlines.
  • Ductile, 3034, C900
  • Operated loader, roller, skid steer, water truck
  • Operated standard tools for excavating, installing and back filling pipe. Impacts, pneumatic tools, compactors, grade rod, pipe laser, saws, vac trailer.
  • Cut asphalt, concrete and core drilled.
  • Made sure tools and supplies were in site when needed.
  • Prepped grade for asphalt and concrete
  • Raked and compacted asphalt.
  • Set catch basins and manholes
  • Grouting when necessary.
  • Attended precons and turned in bids.
  • Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
  • Worked all over the state.

Education

No Degree - Business And Marketing, Business Administration

University of Phoenix
Salem, OR

Skills

  • Excavation, grading, installing pipe and backfilling
  • Trench safety
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Safety procedures
  • Traffic control
  • Storm drain piping
  • Sewer line installation
  • Water main installation
  • Footing preparation
  • Adaptability
  • Task prioritization

Certification

OSHA 10


First Aid/CPR


Boom/Scissor lift


ICRA

Timeline

Pipe Layer

Weitman Excavation
08.2024 - 01.2025

Pipe Layer, Laborer, Operator

Slayden
06.2023 - 04.2024

Operations Manager

Ford Moving
07.2021 - 10.2023

Laborer Operator

ML Houck
04.2017 - 07.2021

No Degree - Business And Marketing, Business Administration

University of Phoenix

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