Rashad Boyd
Abingdon,MD
Summary
Resourceful Engineer Technician known for high productivity and efficient completion of tasks. Specialize in CAD software, circuit design, and troubleshooting complex systems. Excel in problem-solving, time management, and teamwork to achieve project goals.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Engineer Technician
GEO-TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATES, INC.
Abingdon, Maryland
08.2021 - Current
- Assists in site investigations, conducts laboratory and field tests on soil and rock, analyzes data, prepares reports, collaborates with engineers, ensures quality control and monitors construction activities to support safe and effective geotechnical assessments and recommendations
- Collected soil and concrete samples for laboratory and field testing
- Conducted laboratory tests to determine moisture content, density, compressive strength, and granulometry
- Performed field tests including standard penetration tests (SPT), Dynamic cone penetration tests (DCP), and concrete slump tests
- Analyzed test results and prepared detailed reports with findings and recommendations
- Monitored construction activities to ensure compliance with material specifications and industry standards
- Conducted site inspections during excavation and concrete pouring activities
- Collaborated with civil and geotechnical engineers to discuss findings and suggest improvements
- Maintained accurate records of test results, inspection reports, and project documentation
- Ensured proper maintenance and calibration of testing equipment
- Stayed informed about regulatory compliance and industry best practices through ongoing education
Front Line Cook
CRACKER BARREL OLD COUNTRY STORE
Bel Air, Maryland
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Company Overview: Prepares and cooks foods for services and maintains in-depth knowledge of the company's menu and policies
- Receives instructions from sous chefs and set-up stations
- Maintains sanitary work station
CAD Drafter
AEROTEK RECRUITING AND STAFFING
Baltimore, Maryland
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Company Overview: Prepares final drafts of proposed drawing and checks all dimensions and specifications of parts and materials, utilizing knowledge of various machines, engineering practices, mathematics and building materials
- Evaluates and applies engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to projects such as designing drainage, grading and developing utility systems
Dish Machine Operator
JOE'S CRAB SHACK
Abingdon, MD
01.2012 - 05.2012
- Company Overview: Maintained a clean and sanitary work area and ensured safe storage of dish carts and supplies
- Operated dish washing equipment in a safe manner and properly sorted flatware and utensils
- Distributed clean dishes and utensils and unloaded and stacked dishes and glassware
Garden Sales Associate
The Home Depot, U.S.A.
Bel Air, MD
03.2011 - 09.2011
- Company Overview: Completed OSHA Training and operated fork lift trucks and pallet jacks to transport materials
- Maintained product knowledge and assisted customers with gardening products
- Offered assistance with various landscape and irrigation techniques
Student Trainee/ Engineering & Architecture
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, BALTIMORE DISTRICT
Baltimore, MD
- Company Overview: Assisted Geologists and Drill Rig Operators at the Field Exploration Unit in Fort McHenry, Maryland
- Maintained contractor shop drawing submittal registers and recorded receipt of submissions
- Reviewed contract plans, specifications, shop drawings, and similar information under the supervision of a higher grade employee
- Travelled with the Engineering Division, Geotechnical Branch to remote sites in Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut and Tennessee to investigate, drill and test soil and rock samples
- Reviewed correspondence, sketches, and similar data submitted by contractors to confirm request for modification of contracts
- Performed a variety of drafting duties, primarily sketches for contract change orders
Student Trainee/General Laborer
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, PHILADELPHIA DISTRICT
Baltimore, MD
- Company Overview: Assisted Engineers with bridge decontaminations and inspections in Chesapeake City, Maryland
- Directed traffic via flag operations and assisted Resident Engineers with a variety of tasks
- Painted and prepared metal surfaces and cleaned and stored hand tools
- Transported heavy engineering equipment and supplies and materials to various sites
Student Trainee/General Laborer
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, PHILADELPHIA DISTRICT
Pedricktown, NJ
- Company Overview: Aided in pipeline dredging operations and collected refuse and salvageable materials
- Operated power tools for repair jobs and performed a variety of manual labor tasks
- Painted and prepared metal surfaces and cleaned and stored hand tools
- Washed, cleaned and polished automotive equipment and loaded and unloaded trucks
Student Trainee/General Clerk
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, PHILADELPHIA DISTRICT
Philadelphia, PA
- Company Overview: Performed computer and data management skills to input and extract figures and data
- Reviewed technical reports, tabulated figures, and gathered data to prepare narrative and tabular reports to support ARMY missions
- Painted and prepared metal surfaces and cleaned and stored hand tools
- Washed, cleaned and polished automotive equipment and loaded and unloaded trucks
Education
Associate of Science Degree - Civil Engineering
Harford Community College
05.2021
Bachelor of Science Degree - Civil Engineering
Morgan State University, School of Engineering
05.2016
Bachelor of Science Degree - Sales and Marketing
Tuskegee University
01.2011
Skills
- Microsoft Windows
- MS Excel 2024 - 2007
- MS Word 2024 - 2007
- MS Power Point 2024 - 2007
- MS Access 2024 - 2007
- MS Outlook 2024 - 2007
- Visio
- Internet
Certification
- OSHA 40 HAZWOPER 2024
- OSHA 10 2022 - Present
- WACEL Foundations 2023 - Present
- MARTCP Concrete 2023 - Present
- MARTCP HMA 2023 - Present
- MARTCP Soils/AGG 2022 - Present
- ACI Concrete I 2022 - Present
- WACEL Soils | 2021 - Present
- ATSSA Flagger, Fork Lifts, and Computer-Aiding Machining and Manufacturing Certifications 2009
Accomplishments
- Current member of GTA's President's Advisory Group (PAG)
- Awarded USACE (2011) Project Delivery Team of the Year Award for Merit; winning teams' demonstrated synergy, integrated and coordinated management, and teamwork; C4ISR Project, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland.
Affiliations
- Metropolitan Club Officer, Tuskegee University 2009 - 2011
- Media Special Assistant, Baltimore Federal Executive Board 2007 - 2009
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Engineer Technician
GEO-TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATES, INC.
08.2021 - Current
CAD Drafter
AEROTEK RECRUITING AND STAFFING
01.2019 - 01.2020
Front Line Cook
CRACKER BARREL OLD COUNTRY STORE
01.2018 - 01.2022
Dish Machine Operator
JOE'S CRAB SHACK
01.2012 - 05.2012
Garden Sales Associate
The Home Depot, U.S.A.
03.2011 - 09.2011
- OSHA 40 HAZWOPER 2024
- OSHA 10 2022 - Present
- WACEL Foundations 2023 - Present
- MARTCP Concrete 2023 - Present
- MARTCP HMA 2023 - Present
- MARTCP Soils/AGG 2022 - Present
- ACI Concrete I 2022 - Present
- WACEL Soils | 2021 - Present
- ATSSA Flagger, Fork Lifts, and Computer-Aiding Machining and Manufacturing Certifications 2009
Student Trainee/ Engineering & Architecture
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, BALTIMORE DISTRICT
Student Trainee/General Laborer
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, PHILADELPHIA DISTRICT
Student Trainee/General Laborer
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, PHILADELPHIA DISTRICT
Student Trainee/General Clerk
U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS, PHILADELPHIA DISTRICT
Associate of Science Degree - Civil Engineering
Harford Community College
Bachelor of Science Degree - Civil Engineering
Morgan State University, School of Engineering
Bachelor of Science Degree - Sales and Marketing
Tuskegee University
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