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Recent content by Dozerman85

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    Getting ready to graduate

    I think you'll succeed and do well if you don't treat your employees like junkyard treats his. Be patient, but not too patient. Be willing to listen, learn and definitely admit when you don't know how to do something. If you are put into a management role, don't be the typical, redneck...
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    Help picking a name!!

    I, too think that Landex has nice ring to it. S&G works, but it's not nearly as unique as Landex. I like that, it sounds good and it's different.
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    Elevation Calculations

    I use a tape measure constantly. It's way too easy to screw up the tenths/inches conversion. Thanks for the response!
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    Elevation Calculations

    This is a big help, too. I've never done it this way, but it definitely makes sense and I understand it. I'll try it tomorrow. I wear shirts with pockets, where I keep a pen and paper. I have to write all of these numbers down or it just becomes too much. Thanks for your help!
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    Howdy Folks!

    I appreciate the welcome! Thanks a bunch!
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    Elevation Calculations

    That's exactly what I thought. Since the benchmark never changes, that's what I would always refer to. I greatly appreciate your reply!
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    Elevation Calculations

    I've been using site levels and lasers for years now. I'm fairly well versed with them. However, I am currently working on a project that has me stumped. I have 4 catch basins with 24" storm drain in a line. I am trying to find the elevation of each catch basin. My benchmark is set at...
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    Howdy Folks!

    Hey, everyone. I've been perusing this forum for a while now and I figured I would finally introduce myself. My name is Chad, I'm 31, live in the Houston, TX area, grew up around heavy equipment/dirt work and I've been playing in the dirt for a living, off and on for about 12 years now...
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