Robert Painchaud
Gilbert,AZ
Summary
As a Field Engineering Technician, I am eager to pursue a career as an Inspector and to contribute developed knowledge. Adaptable and driven with a strong work ethic and ability to thrive in team-based or individually motivated settings.
Results-focused and proactive leader with strengths in communication and collaboration. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Engineering Technician
Alpha Geotechnical & Materials
Tempe, Arizona
01.2025 - Current
- Performing field testing on soil, concrete, asphalt, and rebar to meet specifications and requirements, involving sampling, compaction of soil, concrete slump/air tests, documenting results, and prepared detailed reports for engineering review.
- Collaborated with project teams and communicated findings with clients to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Assisted in developing geotechnical recommendations based on test results.
- Monitored field operations to maintain high-quality service standards.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on various pieces of equipment.
Class a CDL Truck Driver
Alan Ritchey, Inc (US Mail Contractor)
Denver, Colorado
04.2022 - 11.2024
- Perform pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections to determine any problems or defects and asses the functionality of the truck and trailer using knowledge of effective handling procedures in conjunction with company checklist.
- Transport mail safely for the United States Postal Service to and from locations in Salt Lake City, UT, Oakley, KS, Brush, CO, Silt, CO, Denver, CO, Phoenix, AZ, and Lordsburg, NM.
- Communicate with supervisor or dispatcher to relay and receive information about route changes and delay while quickly adjusting plans to maintain schedules.
- Chaining up tires while chain law enforcement is in effect during mountain runs.
- Adjusting speed as needed in inclement weather while there are strong winds and/or snow.
- Contact dispatch to provide bill of lading load percentages upon completion of loaded trailer and receive trip number.
Professional Photographer
Rob & Jess Photography
Denver, CO
10.2022 - Current
- Capturing portraits, special occasions, and landscape photoshoots.
- Post-editing by cropping, manipulating, and performing color balance for final images using Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop.
- Maintaining ongoing communication with customers while meeting productivity deadlines.
- Scouting locations and curating props for shoots.
- Adapting to various lighting indoors and outdoors by utilizing the ISO and shutter speed settings.
Ranch Hand
Rk Pet Ranch
Oak Creek, CO
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Provided water and food for approximately 20-30 dogs.
- Adhered to pet care plans, medication requirements and dietary restrictions as part of quality care.
- Delegated a walking and group play schedule.
- Remained alert throughout walks to avoid obstacles, dangerous situations and confrontations with other problematic dogs.
- Monitored health of animals and environmental conditions.
- Sanitized, cleaned and removed waste as needed from kennels, living spaces, and outdoor vicinities.
- Reported dog behavior issues and medical concerns to owner for prompt resolution.
- Trained new workers on safety and ranch procedures.
- Worked with owner to determine any other ranch needs.
Construction Supply Driver
Tool & Anchor Supply, Inc
Denver, CO
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Loaded, secured and delivered construction supplies to job sites in Colorado Springs, Denver, Boulder, locations in Wyoming and helped on-site laborers as needed to unload equipment from truck.
- Completed basic maintenance for optimal performance and a full walk around inspection of the truck before and after each trip.
- Reported any inconsistencies with the order prior to heading out for the day and kept paperwork organized with correct contact and location information.
- Planned efficient routes using personal knowledge and adjusted strategies based on the given weather and traffic advisories to safely reach the destination.
- Drove in harsh conditions in the mountains but maintained a high level of patience, awareness and prudence.
- Openly communicated to project and site managers with expected time and order details of the delivery and clarifying directions on how to successfully reach the job site.
- Established positive relations with customers by exceeding their expectations and providing a quality service in a professional manner.
Limo/Shuttle Driver
Cross Transportation
Denver, CO
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Limousine transportation of passengers to and from events such as weddings, prom, music venues, and golf events.
- Drove small to large buses, party vehicles and other shuttle services to meet customer needs.
- Used GPS mapping and local traffic conditions to plan efficient, disruption-free routes.
- Responded to specific locations at designated times to handle customer reservations.
- Cleaned the interior and exterior of vehicle regularly for every client to maintain professional appearance.
- Achieved great feedback from customers due to exceptional service.
Dump and Water Truck Driver
Mark Cerrone Inc
Niagara Falls, NY
07.2016 - 04.2018
- Hauled stone, boulders, dirt, concrete, fill, black top, binder and many other construction related material to various locations including: residential, commercial, industrial, and landfills.
- Tanker endorsement certified to operate water truck and legally fill up at fire hydrants with a water meter to stay in compliance with local Water Department regulations.
- Consistently stayed in contact with dispatch manager for instructions, updates, and assess situations to determine appropriate solutions.
- Inspected truck daily and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment such as gas, oil, coolant, tires, lights and brakes to ensure vehicles remain in proper working condition.
- Logged all pertinent shift information, including the time, driving hours and job site specifications to keep reports current.
Driver/Manager Assistant/ Landscape Laborer
Wayside Nursery & Landscaping
Niagara Falls, NY
05.2015 - 07.2016
- Delivered landscaping materials such as dirt, mulch, and different types of stone to local customers and construction job sites. Also hauled heavy equipment on a flatbed trailer such as excavators, skid steers, dozers, and water tanks.
- Redesigned overall aesthetics of homes by planting, watering, mulching, edging and other landscaping duties to enhance property appearance.
- Transferred all outdoor materials in wheelbarrows to designated areas until the job was complete.
- Hydroseeded in residential neighborhoods, businesses, state parks, and parks at the Canadian/American border in Niagara Falls.
- Installed brick and stone décor according to plans and specifications.
Audio/Lighting Equipment Handler
Indigo Productions
Buffalo, NY
12.2014 - 01.2015
- Lifted and pushed extremely heavy cases in and out of trailers at receiving docks.
- Implemented plans for storage and arrangement of equipment to determine the setup, movement, rearrangement and traffic flow.
- Assembled lighting, audio equipment and stages for live bands and fashion shows until the time to break down materials to load back up.
- Returned all items back to the main warehouse for storage and prepared accordingly for the next event.
Class a CDL Tanker Driver
Buffalo Biodiesel Inc
Buffalo, NY
12.2014 - 01.2015
- Safely delivered a clean-burning diesel called biodiesel in a tanker truck to a designated industrial facility where they used a specialized vacuum pump machine to empty product from tank.
- Followed regulations and remained in compliance with DOT and the Department of Environmental Conservation by keeping all paperwork up to date.
- Made every effort of making sure all latches and caps were secured properly to avoid spillage on streets in neighborhoods and main highways.
- Took the necessary steps to thoroughly log pre and post DOT inspection of all parts of the truck as a fundamental requirement of the tanker driver position.
Class a Commercial Truck Driver
Falcon Transport
Buffalo, NY
07.2014 - 12.2014
- Transported corvette air conditioning parts from New York to Kentucky; totaling 2500 miles weekly of driving while abiding by the Department of Transportation laws and regulations for each trip.
- Conducted pre and post trip inspections for every trip, connected air hoses, electrical lines, and fifth wheel securely to ensure safe travels. Manually cranked landing gear to drop and hook one trailer to the next.
- Obtained proper delivery authorization and documentation from dispatch.
- Was proactive on reporting any truck abnormalities for corrective action and resolution.
- Secured trailer doors and verified weight limits of loads to avoid safety or compliance issues.
Education
Certificate -
American Concrete Institute
Phoenix, AZ07-2025
Airman Certificate - FAA Part 107
Test Pro Testing Center
Centennial, CO12.2020
Class A Commercial Truck Driving Certification With Forklift Training -
National Tractor Trailer School
Buffalo, NY06.2014
Some College (No Degree) -
Niagara County Community College
Sanborn, NY07-2025
High school diploma -
Niagara Wheatfield/ Niagara Falls HighSchool
Sanborn, Niagara Falls, NY2010
Some College (No Degree) - International Business
University Of Ottawa
Ottawa, ONSkills
- Drone Photography/Videography (DJI Mavic Pro Platinum) (2 years)
- Professional Photography (Fujifilm - X Series X-T4 Mirrorless Camera (6 months)
- Class A Commercial Commercial truck driving with N-Tank/ Liquid Bulk endorsement (5 years)
- Delivery Driving (10 years)
- Limousine/ Shuttle Transportation (Less than 1 year)
- Handyman (15 years)
- Construction (5 years)
- Forklift (3 years)
- Route management (3 years)
- Customer-oriented
- Planning ability
Certification
• American Concrete Institute Certification
• FAA Part 107 License, Airman Certificate for Small unmanned aircraft system (12/07/2020)
• Commercial Real Estate (CRE) - Onboarding & Training
• CO Class A Commercial Driver's License and Tanker endorsement (Including Air Brakes)
• Forklift certified
• FAA Part 107 License, Airman Certificate for Small unmanned aircraft system (12/07/2020)
• Commercial Real Estate (CRE) - Onboarding & Training
• CO Class A Commercial Driver's License and Tanker endorsement (Including Air Brakes)
• Forklift certified
Timeline
Field Engineering Technician
Alpha Geotechnical & Materials
01.2025 - Current
Professional Photographer
Rob & Jess Photography
10.2022 - Current
Class a CDL Truck Driver
Alan Ritchey, Inc (US Mail Contractor)
04.2022 - 11.2024
Ranch Hand
Rk Pet Ranch
05.2021 - 08.2021
Construction Supply Driver
Tool & Anchor Supply, Inc
01.2019 - 02.2020
Limo/Shuttle Driver
Cross Transportation
05.2018 - 08.2018
Dump and Water Truck Driver
Mark Cerrone Inc
07.2016 - 04.2018
Driver/Manager Assistant/ Landscape Laborer
Wayside Nursery & Landscaping
05.2015 - 07.2016
Audio/Lighting Equipment Handler
Indigo Productions
12.2014 - 01.2015
Class a CDL Tanker Driver
Buffalo Biodiesel Inc
12.2014 - 01.2015
Class a Commercial Truck Driver
Falcon Transport
07.2014 - 12.2014
Airman Certificate - FAA Part 107
Test Pro Testing Center
Class A Commercial Truck Driving Certification With Forklift Training -
National Tractor Trailer School
Some College (No Degree) -
Niagara County Community College
High school diploma -
Niagara Wheatfield/ Niagara Falls HighSchool
Some College (No Degree) - International Business
University Of Ottawa
Certificate -
American Concrete Institute