Samuel Deaver
Rogers,TX
Summary
Experienced Foreman with over 20 years in construction, skilled in planning, directing work, and ensuring safe job sites. Excels in project oversight, team management, and blueprint interpretation. Strong problem-solving abilities drive quality outcomes and meet tight deadlines. Committed to organizational efficiency and effective communication, seeking to leverage expertise to support company growth.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Fiber Splicer
Cat 5 construction
Hutto, TX
06.2025 - Current
- Operated fusion splicing machines, ensuring high-quality connections for reliable network performance.
- Conducted testing and troubleshooting on fiber networks, verifying functionality and optimal operation.
- Conducted tests on spliced sections of fiber optic cables using OTDRs.
- Spliced fiber optic cables for residential and commercial installations.
- Performed quality control tests on newly installed systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Executed thorough quality control checks on finished products to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Provided support for quality control inspections and tests.
- Assisted in troubleshooting connectivity issues during fiber optic installations.
- Assisted other technicians in troubleshooting complex problems related to fiber optics networks.
- Maintained accurate records of splicing activities and material usage.
Underground Laborer , Coax Splicer , Fiber Splicer
lightspeed construction group
Temple, TX
10.2022 - 09.2024
- Performed regular checks of equipment for proper operation and safety compliance.
- Ensured that all personal protective gear was worn at all times while on the job site.
- Executed directions from supervisors to ensure task accuracy.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
- Joined and sealed underground pipe sections to ensure secure installations.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Conducted thorough inspections of work to uphold quality standards.
- Acquired skills in specialized trades through mentorship and hands-on training.
- Executed quality control tests on coaxial splices, verifying performance standards to ensure reliability.
- Installed, tested, maintained and repaired aerial and underground coaxial cables.
- Provided technical assistance in the installation of new equipment related to coax splicing operations.
- Repaired damaged sections of cable with minimal disruption to service availability.
- Utilized specialized tools such as fusion splicers, power meters, optical time domain reflectometers., when working with fiber optic cables.
- Maintained comprehensive records of services and materials used during splicing, supporting accurate project tracking.
- Installed, set up and repaired devices and system components.
- Completed line work at heights using bucket trucks and underground using access points.
- Laid out cabling plans and ran through buildings to desired locations.
- Installed and spliced fiber optic cables in preparation for network connections.
- Performed end-to-end testing of fiber optics to ensure proper functioning.
- Maintained records of all splicing activities and results.
- Troubleshot existing fiber optic systems to identify problems and resolve them.
- Interpreted blueprints, diagrams, schematics and other documents related to the installation of fiber optics.
- Conducted thorough testing on finished systems, confirming compliance with performance standards and enhancing service quality.
- Constructed patch panels using various tools such as crimpers, strippers and cleavers.
- Collaborated with colleagues from other departments on projects requiring cross-functional teams.
- Repaired damaged fibers using fusion splicers and mechanical splicers.
- Utilized advanced techniques such as ribbonizing, fanning out, pigtailing., when required.
- Conducted tests on fiber optic cables and corrected faults.
- Constructed cases to surround and protect splices.
Construction Supervisor
Combs construction solutions
Florance, TX
04.2022 - 08.2022
- Inspected daily construction to ensure project progress aligned with contract compliance and safety standards.
- Supervised crew to maintain high-quality work and meet project milestones.
- Inspected daily construction to determine project progress, contract compliance and safety.
- Evaluated contractor personnel activities to ensure adherence to quality standards.
Builder
Lawnmasters
Waxahachie, TX
09.2020 - 04.2022
- Applied expertise in construction to efficiently execute building projects.
- Coordinated site construction activities to successfully complete project.
- Used personal knowledge and abilities to complete work with builds.
- Complied with legal requirements, building and safety codes to minimize risk on job sites.
- Attended municipal inspections, assisting with review and rectifying issues.
- Verified and corrected problems arising in different areas of building work.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Developed professional working relationships with colleagues, partners and key stakeholders to support delivery of customer-focused service.
- Collaborated with owners during building process to maintain unique vision.
Project Manager, Refrigeration, Controls
Lochridge-Priest
Waco, TX
01.2015 - 03.2019
- Focused on project monitoring and management by developing forecasts and tracking expenses.
- Made changes to project scope and cost and implemented most effective change management processes to keep project up-to-date.
- Generated and tracked change orders and other contractual modifications affecting budget and schedule.
- Prepared cost estimates for projects of varying sizes.
- Conducted periodic inspections of job sites for quality and progress.
- Modified project plans when needed to better align with organizational objectives.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rogers High School
Rogers, TXSkills
- Fiber Splicing Techniques
- Quality control inspections
- Blueprint Reading
- Safety and Compliance
- Safety procedures
- Risk Management
- Problem-Solving
- Problem resolution
- Site Measuring and Marking
- Materials Estimation
- Inventory Management
- Work Monitoring
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Task Coordination
- Schedule Determination
- Supervision
- Team Collaboration
- Attention to Detail
- Building codes
- Communication skills
Timeline
Fiber Splicer
Cat 5 construction
06.2025 - Current
Underground Laborer , Coax Splicer , Fiber Splicer
lightspeed construction group
10.2022 - 09.2024
Construction Supervisor
Combs construction solutions
04.2022 - 08.2022
Builder
Lawnmasters
09.2020 - 04.2022
Project Manager, Refrigeration, Controls
Lochridge-Priest
01.2015 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Rogers High School