John Beam
@johnbeam
Experienced hydrovac operations leader driving safety, efficiency, and district-level performance.
United StatesWhat I'm looking for
I am a hydrovac operations leader with 13+ years in the hydro excavation industry, progressing from hands-on operator roles to district management across Georgia, Alabama, and Tennessee. I prioritize safety, operational efficiency, and strong client relationships while managing budgets and multi-site teams.
As District Manager, I led supervisors and field operators, coordinated with business development, managed forecasts and P&L, and delivered training and performance evaluations to raise productivity and service quality. My field background as a CDL hydrovac operator informs practical troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, and effective on-site communication.
I hold a Class A CDL with tanker endorsement, GA DOT medical card, confined space and safety leadership certifications, and First Aid/CPR. I seek to bring my blend of technical knowledge and leadership to roles that value safety-first operations and measurable performance improvements.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
District Manager
HydroExcavators, LLC
Apr 2023 - Apr 2025 (2 years)
Managed supervisors and field operators across GA, AL, and TN to ensure safe, efficient hydro-excavation operations; owned client relationships and district P&L, budgets, and forecasts.
Operations Manager
HydroExcavators, LLC
Sep 2022 - Apr 2023 (7 months)
Led supervisors and field operators for Georgia operations, managed client communications, training, and area budgets while coordinating project execution with business development.
Hydrovac Operator
HydroExcavators, LLC
Mar 2019 - Sep 2022 (3 years 6 months)
Performed non-destructive hydrovac excavation, equipment mobilization and maintenance, tank entry/cleaning, and minor repairs while communicating with on-site customers.
Hydrovac Operator
Southeast Connections, LLC
Mar 2014 - Mar 2019 (5 years)
Operated hydrovac equipment for non-destructive excavation, conducted tank cleaning and mobilization, performed minor equipment repairs, and coordinated with customers on-site.
Supervised daily operations of multiple stores, enforced policies and food-safety standards, managed inventory, labor, cash control and hiring to meet margin and productivity targets.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Alpha Omega High School
High School Diploma, General Education
2008 - 2012
Completed high school coursework and received a High School Diploma from Alpha Omega High School in Covington, GA.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
United StatesAuthorized to work in
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