Jacob Kephart
Madera
Summary
Adept at heavy equipment operation and concrete finishing, I significantly contributed to D&A Gorve Construction's utility projects, enhancing efficiency and safety. My ability to read blueprints and coordinate with teams underscores my proficiency and dedication to quality workmanship. My hands-on experience and commitment to safety protocols have consistently resulted in successful project completions.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
D&A Gorve Construction
04.2024 - Current
- Operate a variety of equipment in order to complete tasks associated with building access to utility right-of-ways.
- Operate drill rigs drilling vertical holes for direct embed power poles and drilled concrete piers.
- Maintain and perform minor repairs to equipment on as needed basis.
- Communicate and schedule with concrete suppliers to pour drilled concrete piers.
- Coordinate with electric utility contractors to streamline the line building process.
- Safely load and unload heavy equipment including excavators, drill rigs, skid steers, front end loaders and dozers coordinating with traffic control personnel.
Construction Laborer
Clearwater Construction
07.2016 - 04.2024
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Assisted in the completion of projects on time by collaborating with team members to complete tasks efficiently.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Aid in the installation, removal and relocation of utilities including conduits, water lines, storm drains and sewer lines.
- Assemble and tie rebar mats and cages in accordance with penndot specs.
- Read and understand penn dot and private entity blue prints in order to build structures per plan.
- Assemble form work, pour and finish concrete on bridges, sidewalks, moment slabs, storm drain catch basins and roadways.
- Operate equipment as needed to complete tasks such as digging footers and ditches with mini and up to full size excavators
- Work with other contractors in order to complete projects and tasks smoothly and in accordance to schedule.
- Operate and maintain water pumps ranging from 2"-12" discharge to de-water footers and ditches in order to access and complete work.
Construction Laborer
Otis Pipeline Construction
03.2013 - 08.2016
- Supply materials to other trades necessary to compensate tasks associated with main line gas pipeline construction.
- Operate gasoline powered water pumps de-watering ditches and bell holes.
- Soft dig around pipes and valves with a shovel and digging bar to expose pipes and valves for repairs.
- Fuel and Aid in maintenance of equipment associated with the job.
Shipping Loader
Walmart DC
08.2012 - 03.2013
- Load freight from conveyor onto Walmart trailers for transport from DC facility to be delivered to store locations.
- Maintained clean work areas, promoting an organized and safe working environment for all employees.
- Implemented safety measures during the loading process, minimizing workplace accidents and injuries.
- Proactively updated knowledge of industry best practices through ongoing professional development efforts.
Education
Wildlife Technology
Penn State University, DuBois
DuBois, PASkills
Heavy equipment operation
Concrete finishing
General manual labor
Proficiency in reading blue prints/plans
Safety conscientious
Timeline
Equipment Operator
D&A Gorve Construction
04.2024 - Current
Construction Laborer
Clearwater Construction
07.2016 - 04.2024
Construction Laborer
Otis Pipeline Construction
03.2013 - 08.2016
Shipping Loader
Walmart DC
08.2012 - 03.2013
Wildlife Technology
Penn State University, DuBois
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