Troy Shuford
New Caney
Summary
Trustworthy professional offering several years as foreman. Focused and skilled in coordinating personnel, materials and equipment. Decisive when responding to urgent issues and resolving problems.
As a Veteran and Knowledgeable leader with record of accomplishment on diverse construction projects. Translates directives of architects, constructions managers and clients into actionable on-site directives to consistently meet project demands. Expert in tackling problems head-on and maintaining strict standards.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Driller & Field Superintendent
Geothermal Drilling Energy Llc
05.2022 - 12.2024
- Promoted a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to company safety policies and procedures, resulting in zero lost-time incidents during tenure as Lead Driller.
- Reduced environmental impact of drilling operations through responsible waste management practices and resource conservation measures.
- Oversaw rig-up/rig-down processes, minimizing delays in transitioning between job sites or phases of work.
- Sustained tool inventory control by conducting regular audits to track usage patterns and flag discrepancies early on.
- Conducted thorough pre-job safety assessments, identifying potential hazards and implementing appropriate preventive measures before commencing work onsite.
- Installing Cothodic Protection Wells & looped Geothermal Wells from Industrial to Residential Applications
- Applying for State & County Permits
- Working 3/1 Rotations
- Shotcrete & Gunnite Applications in the North Slope & Surrounding States
CEO/ LEAD OPERATOR
E.S. Water Utiliy Consolidators
04.2014 - 05.2022
- Maintained accurate records of work performed, materials used, and production output.
- Plant Operations Weekly/Monthly
- Boost Pump Repair/Rebuild Chemical Feed Pump Repairs
- Main Repairs, Line Breaks, On Call 24/7
- Over 100 Course Hours Taken At Texas A and M TEEX for Water Distribution
- State Licensed Class D Operator
- Man Holes, Man ways, Vaults Installed
- Mitigated Issues with Public Utilities Commission
- Mitigated Issues with Texas Commission on Environmental Quality (Equiv. Of EPA)
Foreman
Hdd Underground & Civil Services
04.2014 - 05.2022
- Prepared budgets for projects based on labor costs, materials needed.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
- Organized meetings with clients to discuss project specifications and expectations.
- Benchmark with Laser level and Grade Stick
- Read Plans, grade, Scale, Etc
- Water Main Servcie New and Emergency. Hot Taps, Boost Pumps, Control Panels
- Wire Pulling to Transformers or to Service Aerial or Underground
- Horizontal Drilling/Boring Exp. with F2 or F3
- I can dig Efficiently around Hot Gas, Water or Electric Safely
Project Estimator & COO
Carter Excavation
02.2011 - 02.2015
- Developed and implemented process improvements to increase production efficiency.
- Ran a Crew of 7 on All Projects
- Demolition, Land Clearing, Excavation
- Built Cell Tower Pads from pad Up
- Texas Park and Wildlife Land Rehabilitation
- Pilings and Bulkheads
- Trained new employees on safe operating procedures and job responsibilities.
- I ran the Company by phone as the owner was overseas on Contract work for a Set Time.
- Met with Clients, City Permits, County officials
- Operated Excavators, Dozers, Tracks Steer, Back hoe, Track Hoe, Etc
- Maintained accurate records of work performed, materials used, and production output.
Fireman/Engineer Trainee
US Naval Academy
03.1999 - 03.2003
- Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
- Inspected pipes and boilers to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
- Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
- Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
- Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Water Distribution
Texas A&M Health Science Center
College Station, TXSkills
- Crew Leadership
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Job site management
- Daily Reporting
- Project Planning
- Materials Management
- Crew Scheduling
- Time Mgt
- Operate Any Equipment
- Schematics and Blueprints
- Construction Vehicles Operation
- Construction management
Certification
- TCEQ Class D Water Operator
Education and Training
true,other
Timeline
Lead Driller & Field Superintendent
Geothermal Drilling Energy Llc
05.2022 - 12.2024
CEO/ LEAD OPERATOR
E.S. Water Utiliy Consolidators
04.2014 - 05.2022
Foreman
Hdd Underground & Civil Services
04.2014 - 05.2022
Project Estimator & COO
Carter Excavation
02.2011 - 02.2015
Fireman/Engineer Trainee
US Naval Academy
03.1999 - 03.2003
Some College (No Degree) - Water Distribution
Texas A&M Health Science Center
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