Alexander Ortiz-Strehl
Easton
Summary
Self-motivated and determined college student studying Construction Management seeking an opportunity in the field to gain experience. Dependable with a strong work ethic. Eager to learn, adaptable and flexible. Experience with writing reports, reviewing others reports, meetings, taking action, building bridges and plan reading.
Bridge inspection professional with strong reputation for meticulous assessments and ensuring structural integrity. Known for delivering high-quality evaluations and resolving issues promptly. Focused on team collaboration and achieving results, adapting seamlessly to changing project needs. Skilled in detailed inspections, safety compliance, and problem-solving.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CEI Bridge Inspector
Volkert Inc.
04.2022 - Current
- Attended meetings on topics relevant to bridge inspection practices in order to stay up-to-date on current design changes within the bridge .
- Inspected bridge structures and components to ensure compliance with applicable specs and standards.
- Maintained records of all inspections performed in a timely manner.
- Reviewed bridge inspection reports for accuracy of information, conformance to requirements, and completeness of documentation.
- Used automated systems such as Bridge Management Software programs to store data related to past inspections and future maintenance needs.
- Verified that all materials used during bridge construction met required specifications prior to installation.
- Participated in meetings with engineers, contractors, inspectors, and other stakeholders regarding project plans and progress updates.
- Conducted safety audits on existing bridges to evaluate their performance under various load conditions.
- Evaluated whether work was in accordance with all applicable city, state and federal guidelines, as well as applicable discipline-specific codes.
- Documented violations and issued documentation such as stop work orders to contractors or owners.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of inspection techniques, codes, ordinances and regulations.
- Conducted site pre-inspections and coordinated post-construction audits.
- Read and interpreted drawings and assessed construction against plans.
- Inspected construction and maintenance projects of existing roadways, structures and facilities.
- Tested soil, asphalt and other materials to assess compliance with applicable building codes.
- Maintained daily contact with contractor representatives to review schedules, correct deficiencies and discuss future activities.
- Developed maintenance schedules for bridges based on current condition assessments.
- Inspections - micro-piles, pipe installation, concrete placements for 100’ piers in segments, culvert extensions, SOE piles and lagging walls, rebar inspections, asphalt placement, barrier, signage verifications, meetings, reviewing reports and locating plans.
Concrete Finisher
Stofanak Decorative Concrete
03.2019 - 11.2022
- Driven a single axle dump truck to get stone and stone the area where the concrete was being poured and verifying slope.
- Concrete finishing.
- Wheelbarrowing concrete.
- Cut and measured wire. Cut rebar and drilled holes.
- Formed concrete forms.
- Stamped Guru.
- Bull floating and raking concrete.
- Drove buggy for concrete when needed.
- Concrete saw for cuts.
Carpenter
Larken Associates
05.2021 - 11.2022
- Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
- Examined work areas and supplies for defects and damage prior to completing projects to determine accurate timelines and prices of projects.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners, and framing connectors.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Used nail guns, concrete guns, and other tools to make sure the apartments were built to standard.
Masonry Worker
Career Institute of Technology
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Attended CIT for 4 years specializing in Masonry.
- Performed brick laying structures such as walls, fireplaces, inside corners/ outside corners, coin corners.
- Performed block building patios, basements, and walls. Tile work, molds, finishing, sanding, and cutting.
- Lead my crew in the right direction to get our jobs done in a timely manner.
- Poured and formed concrete.
- Wheel barrelowing stone for concrete.
Masonry Assistant
Marroni Masonry
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Installed or repaired and rebuilt brick, block, masonry structures.
- Arranged or stored machines, tools, and equipment.
- Finalized installations with sealing agents and made sure all the brick joints were filled.
- Readied surfaces for smooth installations by removing damaged materials and correcting minor imperfections.
- Cleaned the brick in case of smearing.
- Laid brick level, plumb, straight edge. Made sure that the mortar was mixed and ready for use.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Construction Management
Northampton Community College
Bethlehem, PA06-2026
High School Diploma - Masonry
Career Institute of Technology & Wilson Area High School
Easton, PA06.2022
Masonry
Career Institute of Technology
Easton, PA06.2022
Skills
- Bridge inspection
- Construction documentation
- Project management
- Team building
- Attention to detail
- Bridge maintenance
- Foundation inspection
- Bridge design
- Load rating analysis
- Contract administration
- Traffic control planning
- Technical report writing
- Quality control guidelines
- Safety violations
- Materials testing
- Leadership
- Geotechnical engineering
- Concrete inspection
- Structural analysis
- Environmental compliance
- Surveying techniques
- Bridge rehabilitation
- Quality assurance
Certification
- PennDOT CMP-CSI Modules
- PennDOT Basic math
- Survey Essentials
- PennDOT TA-TCI Modules
- EPA's Construction General Permit Site Inspections
- Confined Space Entry
- Fall Protection
- Safety training
- Quality assurance Management
- OSHA 10
- OSHA 30
Timeline
CEI Bridge Inspector
Volkert Inc.
04.2022 - Current
Carpenter
Larken Associates
05.2021 - 11.2022
Masonry Assistant
Marroni Masonry
09.2020 - 02.2021
Masonry Worker
Career Institute of Technology
09.2019 - 06.2022
Concrete Finisher
Stofanak Decorative Concrete
03.2019 - 11.2022
High School Diploma - Masonry
Career Institute of Technology & Wilson Area High School
Masonry
Career Institute of Technology
Associate of Applied Science - Construction Management
Northampton Community College
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