Utility Foreman
Resume:
Ronald Ridder
Superintendent
Profile
●Experienced Utility Foreman looking to take the next step to become a Superintendent.
1.17 years of construction experience
2.7+ years as foreman.
●Capable of taking on projects ranging from $10 million to over $100 million.
1.Commercial and residential projects
2.Restaurants, Hotels, Gas Stations, Warehouses
3.Roadwork Construction
●Proven track record on safety and dependability
I'm passionate about the work I do and becoming Superintendent is the next exciting step in my career!
Education
Dipolma, Southern Garrett High School, Oakland, MD
August 1996 — June 1999
Employment History
Senior Forman at C.J. Miller LLC, Hanover
March 2015 — Present
C. J. Miller had an opening they were looking to fill for a Utility Foreman role. They reached out to me and I took the position.
1.Administer safety meetings and engage in safety walks to identify unsafe hazards or acts
2. Communicate with all Stakeholders regarding project forecasts, and milestones
3.Complete employee reviews, as applicable
4.Ensure proper, cost-effective, and safe usage of equipment and materials
5.Layout and install a variety of UGSWM systems
6.Maintain productive business partnership with other trades, management, crew members, and inspectors to organize efficient site operations and achieve demanding schedule targets
7.Partner with the Superintendent to plan sequencing, timing of pipe installation, inspections, materials, and stakeout.
8.Review and approve employee timecards (HCSS)
9.Review project details to ensure correct materials and equipment are available for use
10.Supervise completion of equipment components pre-check
11.Supervise layout, assembly and installation of assorted sizes, types, and structures
12.Read blueprints and detailed schematics
13.Supervise multiple employees to ensure productivity and keep compliance with safety requirements •
Handle projects such as Wexley 100, Patuxent Greens, The Crossvines, and Mill Station
Heavy equipment operator at L. W. Wolfe, Frederick
October 2014 — March 2015
L. W. Wolfe was the company doing the paving at the Armory in Westminster. They were impressed with the work I had done and offered me a job since I was having trouble getting paid by Mid-Cities. I came aboard to work on the park and ride expansion in Mt. Airy, MD.
Working Foreman at Mid-Cities Construction, Woodsboro
May 2014 — October 2014
I moved on to Mid-Cities for an opportunity to gain some foreman experience.
●Worked with Harkins Builders on the Westminster National Guard upgrade
1.Graded out the parking lot for paving
Mid-Cities began not paying on time forcing me to find other employment.
Heavy Equipment Operator at Musselman Excavating, Libertytown, MD
February 2013 — May 2015
I was recruited to come to Musselman Excavating by Jeff Musselman. Mussleman, a small company, needed some experienced help to complete the Cherry Hill Campground expansion. I had to pull from all my previous experience including both grading and utility installation. I had to know all positions and duties. One day I might have to handle the pipe layer duties and the next day run the main line hoe. Towards the end of the project, I felt there was no room for advancement. So I pursued other opportunities.
Heavy Equipment Operator at Pleasants Construction, Clarksburg, MD
May 2012 — February 2013
1.Hauled dirt from cut areas to fill areas with a back dump truck
2.Compacted fills and leveled out material with an 815 compactor
3. Graded slopes of ponds and building lots with a GPS dozer
4. Loaded trucks with excavator
Heavy Equipment Operator at C. J. Miller LLC, Hampstead, MD
October 2007 — May 2012
1.String out materials and unload structures with a rubber tire loader
2.Backfill trenches and grade work site with a track loader
3.Compact trenches with a viber plate or roller attachment for excavator
4.Excavate trenches for the installation of wet utilities as main line hoe operator
I was initially hired on as a loader operator. Spent 2 year in this position. I was then promoted to main line hoe operator.
Pipe Layer at Wastler Construction, Frederick, MD
February 2006 — October 2007
1.Handled the installation of water, sewer, and storm drain utilities
2.Responsible for grading pipes and structures
3.Used tools like pipe laser, spin laser, transit and site level
4.Worked on commercial and residential job sites.
5.Quickly picked up equipment operating
I started Wastler with no pipe laying experience. I learned how to lay pipe and run equipment quickly. I was promoted to operator within 1 year at the company.
References
Chris Lim from Cherry Hill Campground
Royce Foltz from Syncreon
adrgw1@r.postjobfree.com · 1-717-***-****
Frank McQuade from AvalonBay
Courses
OSHA 10
OSHA Sub-Part P
February 2016 — Present
First Aid
February 2022 — February 2024
MSHA Certificate of Training, Mine Safety and Health Administration
February 2022 — Present
Flagged Training, ATSSA
February 2022 — February 2024
Details
Frederick, 21702, US, 301-***-****
adrgw1@r.postjobfree.com
Links
Patuxent Greens
Crossvines
Mill Station
Skills
Problem Solving
Decision Making
Time Management
Fast Learner
Communication
Ability to Work Under Pressure
Leadership
Blueprints
Mathematical Skills
Hobbies
Camping Exercise Lacrosse Football Basketball DIY home improvement projects
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