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Seth Ettleman

Vinton,IA

Summary

Dynamic Engineering Technician with expertise in equipment maintenance, technical reporting, and construction inspection. Proven ability to ensure quality compliance and train staff effectively.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications

Work History

Engineering Technician

TEAM Services Group
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
03.2017 - 05.2025
  • Operated and maintained various testing equipment for engineering projects.
  • Collaborated with engineers to develop and implement technical solutions ensuring project accuracy.
  • Documented test results and prepared comprehensive reports for engineering review.
  • Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures and equipment usage.
  • Maintained detailed records of all engineering activities, including test results and calculations.
  • Reviewed construction materials for quality compliance before onsite application.
  • Inspected highway construction operations to ensure adherence to contract specifications and safety protocols.
  • Compiled data from soil samples into detailed reports for further analysis.
  • Performed lab testing of soils and aggregates such as proctors, gradations, hydrometers, permeability, concrete compressive and flexural strength.
  • Field tested concrete, asphalt, bearing pressure, rebar, structural steel and welds for compliance with design specifications.

Owner

Northwest Illinois Radon Mitigation & Construction
Galena, Illinois
01.2008 - 04.2017
  • Managed daily operations of radon mitigation and construction services.
  • Trained staff on radon testing equipment
  • Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Operated power tools and hand tools safely and efficiently on job sites.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment to promote safety standards.
  • Provided guidance to junior carpenters on best practices and techniques.
  • Repaired or replaced damaged structures or components.
  • Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Wind Turbine Technology And Renewable Energy

Highland Community College
Freeport, IL
05-2014

Firefighter 2 - Fire Science

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL
05-2007

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Technical reporting
  • Quality compliance
  • Lab testing
  • Data analysis
  • Construction inspection
  • Staff training
  • Troubleshooting

Material testing processes

Inspections

Project estimation

Certification

Agg Technician IOWA DOT 03/2029

Timeline

Engineering Technician

TEAM Services Group
03.2017 - 05.2025

Owner

Northwest Illinois Radon Mitigation & Construction
01.2008 - 04.2017

Associate of Applied Science - Wind Turbine Technology And Renewable Energy

Highland Community College

Firefighter 2 - Fire Science

University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Seth Ettleman