Robin Michael Rapp
Braselton,GA
Summary
Hardworking, reliable utility foreman with dedicated work ethic in the Underground Utility industry. Knowledgeable with operations of heavy and light equipment to accomplish tasks. Looking to improve my already wide array of skills within a new company where I can excel and potentially move up.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operator
Gunter Construction Company
Lawrenceville, GA
04.2022 - Current
- Located underground utilities prior to work being started.
- Installed underground gas lines.
- Placed markers on the ground to indicate where underground utilities are installed.
- Operated excavator, locator, jack hammer, backhoe and pneumatic piercing tool.
- Visually inspected above-ground signs or markers indicating the presence of underground utilities.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Provided leadership by motivating crew members while maintaining a safe working environment.
- Enforced safety rules at all times to reduce workplace hazards for both employees and visitors.
- Communicated effectively with customers and workers alike, answering inquiries and questions and responding to complaints.
- Checked and calibrated equipment.
- Determined appropriate methods for excavating around existing underground utilities.
- Interpreted maps and diagrams related to pipelines and underground utilities.
- Completed backfilling tasks after installation had been completed.
- Provided guidance and instruction to new employees on proper safety practices.
- Maintained records of personnel activity and materials used during projects.
- Organized emergency response drills for underground personnel, ensuring everyone was prepared for any potential incidents.
- Adhered to all safety guidelines established by OSHA.
- Reviewed blueprints prior to beginning each project, verifying accuracy and addressing any discrepancies.
Foreman
Diversified Utility Services
Cartersville, GA
07.2018 - 04.2022
- Stocked truck with materials for the jobs for the day.
- Checked for hazards, filled out JSA, took pre excavation pictures.
- Made sure job is coned off/"workers ahead" signs, fire extinguisher, etc to ensure employees and the public were aware that work was being done in area.
- Oversaw 2-3 other employees. Ensured they completed job safely.
- Plastic fusing.
- Checked positive response and made sure locate was valid before digging.
- Hand spotted all utilities in the area of the excavation.
- Operated mini-excavator.
- Operated pneumatic drilling tool.
- Completed daily paperwork for each job.
- Took post excavation photos.
- Made sure job site was cleaned up.
- Kept up with depth of excavation; 2-4-5 rule.
- Completed dailies at the end of the day - explaining what we did that day and how many hours we worked.
Spray Technician
Brightview
Johns Creek, GA
05.2016 - 07.2018
- Determine proper tools and products required for treating turf
- Apply pesticides and fertilizers as needed
- Treat weeds and infestations
- Aeration/over seeding for cool and warm season grasses
- Flower maintenance and installation
- Pressure washing, sod installs and various landscaping maintenance.
Landscape Maintenance Supervisor/Spray Technician
Realistic Lawn Care
Suwanee, GA
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Supervised a 3-4 member lawn care team
- Operated company vehicles
- General lawn maintenance duties
- Residential and commercial work
- Fireplace and patio installations.
Laborer
Pattillo Construction and Landscape
Stone Mountain, GA
04.2013 - 01.2015
- Tree installations
- Commercial landscape maintenance.
Food Production Worker
Hormel Foods
Tucker, GA
01.2010 - 03.2013
- Worked on a belt line in a climate controlled factory
- Maintained a clean work space and equipment to meet health code regulations
- Worked in a timely manner to meet deadlines
- Logged product numbers to ensure products were packaged correctly.
Education
Sports Management
University of Phoenix
01.2011
GED
Gwinnett Technical College
01.2007
Skills
- Safety Compliance
- Quality Assurance
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Attention to Detail
- Effective Communication
- OSHA Compliance
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Pipe installation
- Customer Service
- Teamwork and Leadership
- Time Management
- Excavator
- Pneumatic Piercing Tools
- Fast Learner
Certification
- Blue Card
- Competent Person
- Confined Spaces
- CPR
- Excavation Competent Person
- DOT
- Flagger
- OSHA 29
- OSHA 10
Timeline
Operator
Gunter Construction Company
04.2022 - Current
Foreman
Diversified Utility Services
07.2018 - 04.2022
Spray Technician
Brightview
05.2016 - 07.2018
Landscape Maintenance Supervisor/Spray Technician
Realistic Lawn Care
01.2015 - 05.2016
Laborer
Pattillo Construction and Landscape
04.2013 - 01.2015
Food Production Worker
Hormel Foods
01.2010 - 03.2013
Sports Management
University of Phoenix
GED
Gwinnett Technical College
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