Daniel Jones
McHenry
Summary
Energetic professional with experience directing workers to complete daily tasks. Gifted at resolving issues with dynamic skills and poise. Courteous and experienced in following safety regulations, policies and procedures.
Reliable Working Foreman with a background organizing resources and tasks so that projects meet all deadlines. Highly skilled at leading talented teams and observing safety rules and regulations. Ready to tackle new challenges with a great organization.
Detail-oriented professional brings extensive construction background and specialized experience on challenging projects. Smoothly leads team members to meet goals, maximize performance and maintain important safety standards. Knowledgeable about applicable codes and industry best practices.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Foreman & Equipment Operator
Dakota matting and environmental services
Rochelle
10.2023 - 02.2025
- Reviewed documentation and safety materials and implemented work site procedures in accordance with regulations.
- Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
- Established relationships with suppliers to secure better pricing on materials and services needed for projects.
- Communicated with suppliers and coordinated delivery of supplies to job sites.
- Assisted in developing budgets for labor costs associated with specific projects.
- Monitored the use of resources including personnel, materials, machines, tools and vehicles during project execution.
- Inspected construction sites to ensure safety regulations are met.
- Created weekly schedules and daily workflows to support adequate project coverage.
- Inspected, serviced and repaired equipment to maintain functionality and project timelines.
- Provided leadership by motivating crew members while maintaining a safe working environment.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
Farm Hand
HI-Nichols Farms
Hebron
09.2017 - 11.2022
- Assisted in the planting, cultivating, and harvesting of crops, ensuring timely and efficient processes.
- Assisted in the preparation of soil for planting by tilling and plowing fields.
- Kept detailed records of crop production, livestock health, and equipment maintenance.
- Operated irrigation systems to provide adequate water supply for plants.
- Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
- Operated and maintained farm machinery and equipment, following safety protocols.
- Monitored weather conditions to ensure optimal planting times.
- Prepared soil for planting, employing tillage, and fertilization techniques.
- Applied pesticides and herbicides under supervision, following safety and environmental guidelines.
- Used all-terrain vehicles to patrol expansive land holding, pastures and grazing areas to monitor animal activities.
- Cleared and maintained irrigation ditches for adequate water flow, dust suppression and crop growth.
Directional Bore Groundman
INTREN
Union
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
- Understood and demonstrated use of basic electricity principles and electronics
- Maintained solid safety record with no OSHA-recordable incidents
- Recognized safety hazards associated with electrical line work and performed duties safely
- Built and put up new fences around the perimeter of sub-stations
- Used paint, flags and other methods to communicate utility information to excavators and other appropriate personnel.
- Strung cables between newly installed or existing poles and restrung cables due to damage or sagging.
- Inspected and assessed switchgear and other equipment.
- Identified potential hazards associated with trenching operations.
Substation Groundman
JF Edwards Construction
Paw Paw
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Analyzed electrical power situations accurately and adopted appropriate courses of action
- Responded to emergencies and outages that required additional labor and assistance for repairs
- Inspected power lines and poles for signs of damage or wear, interference, and degradation, and reported findings to supervisor
- Also while as building new sub-stations, from putting in new towers to laying in conduit, for wireman to pull cable through to hook up
- Conducted tests on substation components to ensure proper operation.
- Fabricated and prepared switchboards, terminal boards, barriers and insulating material for power system.
- Troubleshot issues with faulty equipment or systems within the substation environment.
- Performed visual inspections of power lines and other equipment for safety purposes.
- Assisted in the installation and maintenance of electrical equipment, such as transformers, circuit breakers, switches, and relays.
Excavation Groundman
Kirby Electrical
Pecatonica
08.2021 - 10.2021
- Analyzed electrical power situations accurately and adopted appropriate courses of action
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems
- Mainly performed, split duck covers over trenched in power lines
- While also hand trenching as well
- Developed excavation plans for new pipelines based on existing infrastructure drawings.
- Identified and marked the location of existing utilities for excavation purposes.
- Reviewed written instructions regarding material movement and excavation to follow specifications.
- Utilized GPS technology to map out drill patterns prior to beginning excavation work.
- Assisted in the excavation process for trenching activities.
- Undertake pipe re-lining projects to repair damaged or cracked drains without excavation work.
High Voltage Groundman
DnD Electrical
Des Plaines
05.2021 - 07.2021
- Installed, replaced and repaired antenna systems equipment and performed tower maintenance
- Resagged loose lines to prevent failures
- Worked on both dead and energized lines
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment
- Added or removed wire to shorten or lengthen lines, using various types of splices, connectors and clamps
- Observed company safety rules and regulations to minimize workplace accidents and reduce electric shocks
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
- While also working for DnD most my time was spent pulling 8-10inch steel pipe under i294 and i355 for directional bore tollway operations
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
Electrical Groundman
INTREN LLC
Union
05.2020 - 12.2020
- I was a groundsman on a directional bore crew
- Dealing with high voltage electrical
- As well as using a subsite to locate power gas or cable
- Worked on both dead and energized lines
- Performed maintenance and reconducting work in varied weather conditions
- I have experience, drilling in everything from high voltage lines, to 6inch under road way polly pipe
- As well as hand digging window holes for directional bore path
- Trenching up too and opening up around underground transformers
- Participated in safety meetings and workshops to stay updated on industry practices and standards.
- Communicated effectively with customers, addressing concerns and explaining the nature of work.
- Read and interpreted work orders, diagrams, and specifications to determine repair or installation requirements.
Education
High School -
Hebron High School
Hebron, IL, US05.2019
Skills
- Construction
- Project Management & coordination
- Heavy equipment operation
- Farm Equipment Repair
- Budget development
- Safety compliance
- Blueprint interpretation
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Machinery Upkeep
- Heavy Lifting
- Task Prioritization
- Field Operations
Timeline
Construction Foreman & Equipment Operator
Dakota matting and environmental services
10.2023 - 02.2025
Directional Bore Groundman
INTREN
05.2022 - 06.2022
Substation Groundman
JF Edwards Construction
10.2021 - 12.2021
Excavation Groundman
Kirby Electrical
08.2021 - 10.2021
High Voltage Groundman
DnD Electrical
05.2021 - 07.2021
Electrical Groundman
INTREN LLC
05.2020 - 12.2020
Farm Hand
HI-Nichols Farms
09.2017 - 11.2022
High School -
Hebron High School