Andrew White
Elkhorn
Summary
Seasoned owner/operator with several years of expertise the field. Highly knowledgeable about trench safety, OSHA regulations and trench safety and confined spaces classes taken yearly.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
2008
2008
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Owner/Operator
UGK Trenching
Elkhorn
10.2017 - Current
- Managed daily operations of trenching projects and equipment maintenance.
- Oversaw safety protocols and ensured compliance with industry regulations.
- Trained and mentored new staff on trenching techniques and safety practices.
- Coordinated with clients to assess project needs and timelines effectively.
- Scheduled equipment usage and maintenance to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Developed procedures for site preparation and excavation processes.
- Maintained inventory of tools and supplies for trenching operations.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
- Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
- Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
- Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
- Observed safety protocols and driving laws to maximize road and personnel safety.
- Identified potential risks associated with operations in order to minimize liabilities.
- Conducted regular performance reviews of staff members to ensure efficiency and productivity goals were met.
Owner/Operator
First Underground Inc
Elkhorn
07.2012 - 10.2017
- Managed daily operations of trenching projects and equipment maintenance.
- Oversaw safety protocols and ensured compliance with industry regulations.
- Trained and mentored new staff on trenching techniques and safety practices.
- Coordinated with clients to assess project needs and timelines effectively.
- Scheduled equipment usage and maintenance to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Developed procedures for site preparation and excavation processes.
- Maintained inventory of tools and supplies for trenching operations.
- Communicated project updates to stakeholders, ensuring alignment with expectations.
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
- Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
- Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
- Oversaw hiring process for new employees, from recruiting to onboarding training.
- Observed safety protocols and driving laws to maximize road and personnel safety.
- Identified potential risks associated with operations in order to minimize liabilities.
- Conducted regular performance reviews of staff members to ensure efficiency and productivity goals were met.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Dave Janke Plumbing
Omaha
10.1999 - 07.2012
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation and site preparation tasks.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials from trucks and equipment.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure functionality.
- Adhered to company guidelines for equipment operation and safety standards.
- Cleared debris and prepared work areas for plumbing installations.
- Maintained tools and equipment cleanliness after daily operations.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Tested atmosphere for adequate oxygen or explosive conditions while working in confined spaces.
Education
GED
Omaha, NebraskaSkills
- Project management
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Trenching techniques
- Risk assessment
- Staff training
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Operations oversight
Timeline
Owner/Operator
UGK Trenching
10.2017 - Current
Owner/Operator
First Underground Inc
07.2012 - 10.2017
Heavy Equipment Operator
Dave Janke Plumbing
10.1999 - 07.2012
GED