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Scott Austin

Summary

Experienced Underground Foreman with a solid background in excavating operations. Proven skills in coordinating teams, ensuring safety protocols, managing equipment maintenance, and achieving project objectives. Demonstrated strengths include leadership, problem-solving, and communication.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Underground Foreman

MasTec
Richmond, VA
02.2019 - Current
  • Created daily work plans and monitored progress of crew members.
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Inspected equipment to identify any potential hazards or maintenance needs.
  • Assigned tasks to team members according to their abilities and qualifications.
  • Coordinated with other supervisors on job sites to ensure efficient workflow.
  • Provided guidance and instruction to new employees on proper safety practices.
  • Monitored production schedules and adjusted as needed in order to meet deadlines.
  • Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for successful completion of jobsites.
  • Reviewed blueprints prior to beginning each project, verifying accuracy and addressing any discrepancies.
  • Adhered to all safety guidelines established by OSHA while overseeing underground operations.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, manuals and schematics.
  • Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.

Utility Worker

Piedmont Natural Gas
, NC
01.2017 - 02.2019
  • Performed preventive maintenance on utility system components.
  • Responded to emergency situations as needed.
  • Assisted with installation of new equipment or modifications to existing systems.
  • Troubleshot problems in the field by performing tests on equipment and making necessary adjustments.
  • Inspected new installations of gas lines and equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Tested for gas leaks in residential and commercial buildings using specialized tools and meters.
  • Installed, maintained and repaired natural gas piping systems for residential and commercial customers.
  • Replaced defective parts in order to restore functionality of systems.

Underground Lineman

MasTec
Hampton, VA
05.2012 - 01.2017
  • Performed preventative maintenance on underground power lines and equipment.
  • Installed, spliced, repaired, tested and maintained electric cables and wires in underground electrical wiring.
  • Operated excavators to dig trenches for installation of electrical wiring systems.
  • Troubleshot problems in order to determine the cause of any malfunctions or failures.
  • Repaired damaged cables using specialized tools such as cable cutters, crimpers, strippers.
  • Read blueprints and schematics while following local codes and regulations during installations.
  • Set up traffic control signs around construction sites in order to protect workers from hazards.
  • Participated in regular training sessions related to safety procedures and industry standards.
  • Rebuilt transformers by dismantling, removing and assembling core components.

Education

High School Diploma -

New Kent High School
New Kent, VA
06-2002

Skills

  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Labor Relations
  • Materials estimating
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Employee On the Job Training
  • Effective Communication
  • Materials Management
  • Work Planning and Prioritization
  • Schematics and Blueprints
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Project deadlines
  • Staff Management
  • Equipment Oversight
  • Quality Control
  • Crew Leadership
  • Job site management

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification - American Red Cross.
  • Occupational Safety and Health Certificate - OSHA.
  • Trenching and Excavation Competent Person Training.

Timeline

Underground Foreman

MasTec
02.2019 - Current

Utility Worker

Piedmont Natural Gas
01.2017 - 02.2019

Underground Lineman

MasTec
05.2012 - 01.2017

High School Diploma -

New Kent High School

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