I just started this great journey at UTC to pass along the knowledge I have from 10 years working at Thornton Construction. I've been involved in coaching youth baseball and basketball during those years, including being the head baseball JV Coach and Assistant Varsity Coach at Old Town High School. I'm married with three boys, one of which I'm proud to say was UTC's Student of Year last year!
Construction Operations

About the Program
Construction Operations at UTC: Build, Lead, and Shape the Future
Step into the world of Construction Operations, where your skills don’t just shape buildings – they shape entire communities. This program goes beyond blueprints and heavy machinery; it’s about leading teams, managing projects, surveying land, and ensuring safety and efficiency at every stage of construction.
Imagine yourself at the center of the action, operating equipment, surveying sites, organizing crews, and overseeing projects that leave a lasting impact. You won’t just learn how to use tools – you’ll develop the leadership and problem-solving skills needed to keep construction sites running smoothly and successfully.
🔹 What You’ll Do:
✅ Learn to operate heavy equipment and use construction tools
✅ Develop project management skills, from scheduling to budgeting
✅ Master safety protocols to protect workers and job sites
✅ Survey land to ensure accuracy in construction planning
✅ Understand construction processes and how infrastructure comes to life
✅ Work on real-world projects that make a difference
If you’re ready to take on the challenge of building, leading, and making an impact, this is your chance. Join Construction Operations at UTC and be part of the team that turns ideas into reality.
🚧 Ready to build your future? Apply today!
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David Brawn
Professional Certification Opportunities
OSHA 10
First Aid/CPR
Basic Operator
Fire Extinguisher
Maine Oxy
Maine Erosion and Sediment Control
Memberships
SkillsUSA
National Technical Honor Society
professional orgs
Skills Developed in This Program
OSHA 10/Ever-Fi
PPE
First Aid/CPR
Fire Prevention/protection
Lock out /Tag out
Basic Industry Safety
Introduction to Hand Tools
Equipment Identification
Orientation to the trade
Basic Equipment Safety
Basic Equipment Operation
Introduction to Soils
Introductions to Grades
Prep for SkillsUSA
Introduction to Construction Math
Introduction to Construction Drawings
Introduction to Basic Rigging
Communication Skills / Professionalism
Introduction to Material Handling
SkillsUSA
Basic Employability Skills
Introduction to Earthmoving
Dump Trucks
Rollers
Scrapers
Loaders
Forklifts
Sample Occupations in This Field
Construction: Operations, Management, Administration, Design, Safety
Builder / Installer
Site Planning / Layout
Operations / Logistics
Code Official
Construction: Operator, Inspector, Foreman
Safety Director
Service Contractor
System Installer
Technician
Demolition
Estimator
Equipment and Materials: Operations, Managerial
Civil Engineering