Hector L. Berrios Arroyo
Summary
Dynamic Soil Technician with proven expertise in earthwork project management at Victor E. Rivera & Associates, LLC. Adept at field testing and technical drafting, I excel in team collaboration and consistently deliver precise soil characterization, enhancing project outcomes. Committed to safety and quality, I foster strong client relationships through effective communication.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Soil Technician
Victor E. Rivera & Associates, LLC
06.2006 - Current
- Worked closely with interdisciplinary teams to evaluate potential environmental impacts related to soil conditions at project sites.
- Demonstrated commitment towards maintaining a clean, organized laboratory space as well as adhering to strict safety standards during on-site work.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through effective communication and consistent delivery of quality work.
- Performed routine maintenance on laboratory equipment to ensure optimal performance during testing procedures.
- Contributed to successful construction projects through precise soil characterization and recommendations.
- Collaborated with engineers and geologists to provide accurate data for construction projects.
- Documented all aspects of work history accurately using detailed logsheets; information that was essential when generating final reports for clients.
- Project Inspector with Nuclear Testing Machine
Duties: Inspection of earthworks, compaction measurements with the nuclear tester, concrete sampling, curve preparation, cylinder breaking, sieving for material classification, inspection of wick drains for surcharge placement in projects, Windsor Probe testing, concrete core sampling, and related clerical tasks. Project inspection of soil nails for a wall at El Pino School in Villalba; pile driving at sea for a pier at Unidad Maritima in Ponce; pile driving on land at Destilería Serralles in Ponce. Quality Inspector at the connection between the runway and the Lufthansa Hangar at Aguadilla Airport.
Engineering Assistant I
Highway and Transportation Authority
06.2002 - 04.2005
- Effectively prioritized workload to meet deadlines consistently, contributing to the successful completion of numerous engineering projects.
- Assisted engineers during field visits to gather essential information for successful project planning and execution.
- Organized and edited technical instructions for use in training and customer manuals.
- Improved communication between team members by maintaining accurate project documentation, including reports, schedules, and specifications.
- Created CAD models and drawings for constructions designs.
- Maintained a high degree of professionalism in all interactions with clients and colleagues, fostering positive working relationships.
- Assisted engineers with inspections of finished construction.
- Drafted assemblies, models, and other technical drawings.
- Supported design optimization efforts with detailed technical drawings using CAD software, resulting in more efficient products.
- Completed mathematical calculations to properly assess research and testing results.
- Tasks: Drawing in AutoCAD (Cross-sections and original Works Studies and calculations for monthly payment certifications), Drawing in millimeter (Cross-sections and original Works Studies and calculations for monthly payment certifications), Taking data in the field with the surveyor, Taking samples of Concrete and Earth to be sent to the laboratory, Inspections in the project area, Office tasks and related clerical tasks.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Caribbean University
Ponce, Puerto Rico05-2025
Associate of Science - Civil Engineering in Construction & Drafting
Universidad De Puerto Rico
Ponce, Puerto Rico05-2002
Skills
- Earthwork Project Management
- Field Testing Expertise
- Team collaboration
- Multitasking
- Technical Drafting Specialist
- Earthwork construction
Certification
Licensed Technician 01114942 by the American Concrete Institute (ACI)
ACI Concrete Field Testing Technician – Grade I
ACI Aggregate Base Testing Technician
ACI Aggregate Testing Technician – Level I
Languages
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Soil Technician
Victor E. Rivera & Associates, LLC
06.2006 - Current
Engineering Assistant I
Highway and Transportation Authority
06.2002 - 04.2005
Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering
Caribbean University
Associate of Science - Civil Engineering in Construction & Drafting
Universidad De Puerto Rico
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