Mr. Steele typically provides a combination of services: development of geotechnical parameters and construction matrix for foundation design; construction monitoring - including site characterization, micropile drilling; geological and materials observation for foundation installation; foundation grout sampling and load testing; and compliance report preparation.

Research job sites and review previous reports. Apply for boring permits. Schedule drillers/contractors. Mark out sites for utility locators. Plan and execute Phase 1, 2 investigations using CPT rigs and hollow stem auger drill rigs. Downhole logging. Sampling. Perform percolation and double ring infiltrometer tests. Compose Preliminary Geotechnical Report, figures and boring logs. Geologic reviews of past Preliminary Geologic Reports. Soil technician for trench backfill, retaining wall backfill and sidewalk/driveways.

Drilled foundations, grouted and assembled two rock fall barriers along C-470 in Morrison, CO.With the assistance of a helicopter, our team installed the last of 13 avalanche control towers in the mountains above the Eisenhower-Johnson Memorial Tunnel and I-70 in Summit County.

Advised drilling and assembly crews for construction of Geobrugg 5,000 and 8,000 kJ rock fall barriers based on the approved designs of the manufacturer and geologic conditions.Site investigations for rock fall barrier and meshing placement and installation.Performed rock anchor tests with 30 ton hydraulic ram.Assisted with placement and drilling for rock blasting. As well as scaling of fragmented rock. QA/QC management.Collaboration with engineers and project managers from other divisions within PT Freeport.

Advised drilling crews based on geologic conditions, split-spoon sampling and monitored installation of micropiles for foundations of transmission towers. Assessed hydrology and advised ground crews on remediation for erosion and ponding mitigation.Assisted onsite PG with foundation excavation inspections for compliance with Cal/OSHA safety criteria.Composed internal daily reports based on work performed and field observations, prepared micropile installation spreadsheets and drafted boring logs on gINT. Assisted senior staff with compiling final reports.

Monitoring and recognizing environmental hazards particularly asbestos for a large mass grading project of over several million yards. Soil sample collection during a mass grading job of over several million yards (Vulcan Mission Valley).Observing and inspecting trench backfill and subgrade using a Nuclear Gauge for quality control and assurance.

Applied for permits. Researched job sites and reviewed previous reports. Scheduled contractors. Planned and executed Phase 1, 2 and fault trench investigations with backhoes and drill rigs (bucket augers and 6 to 8-inch augers) including mapping geology, measuring strike and dips and soil sampling. Preformed percolation tests. Installed and monitored ground wells. Gathered manometer and inclinometer readings. Prepared chain-of-custody forms and assigned lab tests. Compiled and assessed test pit and boring logs. Constructed site maps, index maps and cross-sections. Composed and reviewed Preliminary Geotechnical Reports and proposals. Observed and inspected trench backfill, mass grading of over 1 million yards, Class II Base, asphalt, retaining walls (Keystone, Allen Block), footings and pile-driving (Downtown San Diego and Las Vegas International Airport). Proficient with a Nuclear Gauge.Lab experience