Steven Ortega
Beaumont,CA
Summary
Experienced survey professional in diverse environments to perform efficient field surveying work. Skilled using AutoCAD and Surveying equipment while meeting local standards. Effectively promote products and increase revenue by connecting with customers and recommending target offerings. Organized, adaptable and knowledgeable about preparing displays. Drive customer loyalty by providing friendly and skilled support.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Utility Locating and Surveying Manager
Geovision, Inc.
03.2008 - Current
- Work outdoors in harsh conditions to complete utilities location requirements within expected timeframes.
- Identify depths of water, sewer, gas, cable, oil and electric lines using MetroTech 810, Radio Detection 8000, Fisher TW-6 and ground penetrating radar equipment.
- Photograph utility sites and marked lines with paint, flag and/or wood stakes for identification by excavating personnel.
- Review maps and blueprints to identify locations for and sizes of underground utilities.
- Draw maps of utility lines and potential plans for future ones, providing detailed locations and information.
- Use Trimble R8 and R10, Spectra SP60 and Nikon Nivo 5m Total Station equipment to complete field surveys.
- Utilized established field surveying strategies to perform high-quality work.
- Use Trimble and AutoCAD Civil 3D to create detailed maps from raw field data.
- Trained staff on operating procedures and company services.
- Reduced process inconsistencies and effectively trained team members on best practices and protocols.
- Developed lasting relationships with customers, which helped to bring in additional business opportunities.
Survey Technician
RBF Consulting
03.2006 - 03.2008
- Investigated land details such as deed information, zoning regulations and subdivision rules.
- Compiled information necessary to stake projects for construction using engineering plans.
- Read and used topographical data to complete analysis of land plots and roadways.
- Perform calculations to determine earth curvature, corrections, atmospheric impacts on measurements, traverse closures and adjustments, azimuths, level runs and placement of markers.
- Used Trimble and AutoCAD to create detailed maps from raw field data.
- Record survey measurements and descriptive data using notes, drawings, and sketches.
- Assessed individual survey project needs and planned workflows.
Survey Technician
VA Consulting, Inc.
09.2005 - 03.2006
- Analyzed and calculated field measurements, survey plans and plot plans to create proposals and bid on projects.
- Investigated land details such as deed information, zoning regulations and subdivision rules.
- Researched and monitored locations of utilities around project sites.
- Compiled information necessary to stake projects for construction using engineering plans.
- Utilized established field surveying strategies to perform high-quality work.
- Prepared cost estimates for mapping projects.
- Collaborated with design and engineering staffs to solve AutoCAD and Trimble Office related issues.
- Interpreted drawing markups and implemented drawing revisions provided by engineers.
Land Surveyor Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2002 - 07.2005
- World-wide deployable PrimeBEEF team member responsible for land surveying and computer-aid drafting and design in support of 1,143 facilities and 2,077 housing units located on a 6,853 acre installation.
- Prepared drawing file conversions for cost estimates, specifications, and modifications for contract projects and for electronic storage filling.
- Provide drafting support for base comprehensive planning and GIS requirements.
- Utilize precision measuring equipment to perform level, site and topographic surveys for design and construction.
- Used Trimble R6 GPS unit, Topcon DT-209, and Nikon DTM Total Station to complete field surveys.
Education
Engineering Design 2003
United States Air Force Certificate of Training
Andrews Air Force Base, MDEngineering Apprentice Course 2003
United State Air Force
Andrews Air Force Base, MDCivil Engineering 2005-2008
Chaffey College
Rancho Cucamonga, CASkills
- Safety practices
- Critical thinking
- Planning and Coordination
- GPS knowledge
- Mathematical calculations
- Field data collection
- Construction Surveys
- Mapping
- AutoCAD Civil 3D
- Utility Locates
- Workforce Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Schedule Preparation
- Blueprints Interpretation
Timeline
Utility Locating and Surveying Manager
Geovision, Inc.
03.2008 - Current
Survey Technician
RBF Consulting
03.2006 - 03.2008
Survey Technician
VA Consulting, Inc.
09.2005 - 03.2006
Land Surveyor Technician
United States Air Force, USAF
01.2002 - 07.2005
Engineering Design 2003
United States Air Force Certificate of Training
Engineering Apprentice Course 2003
United State Air Force
Civil Engineering 2005-2008
Chaffey College
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