I am a dedicated result-oriented and client focused individual with extensive knowledge in safe and effective Heavy Equipment operation. I am an accomplished Heavy Equipment Operator with innovative ideas, communication and problem solving skills. I am able to quickly identify problems and successfully implement solutions. I am courteous, respectful, and flexible.

Qualification
Summary Thorough knowledge in the operation of front-end loader, bulldozer,
track excavator, road grader and many other pieces of heavy equipment.
Knowledge of semi tractors, dump and lo-boy trailers, and tandem
dumps. In-depth ability to follow instructions and communicate
effectively.
Professional
ExperienceApril 2004-Present
Searfoss Development, LLCWest Branch, MI

Heavy Equipment Operator / Team Leader
Team leader to help design new developments with buildable home sites for local developer
Planned, directed, and coordinated day to day activities
Read work orders and construction plans to determine work to be done; decide equipment and method of operation needed to accomplish work
Assisted in design, development and excavation of a Green water filtration system
Excavated trenches to expose or install underground utilities
Grade and prepare roads, grounds, parking areas and driveways
Maintained ditches and water courses
Graded and leveled to fine grade specifications as determined by grade stakes, all construction materials and soil types on flat, rolling and hilly terrain
Performed preventive maintenance and minor repairs to trucks and equipment
Received yearly recognition of safety compliance on all equipment
Authorized to receive materials and verify bids from sub-contractors
Coordinated and instructed team regarding rules and regulations of heavy equipment operation
Performed day to day, preventative and routine maintenance to all machines and trucks operated.
Keep all equipment clean, washed and presentable.






January 1993- April 2004
Bolen Trucking and AsphaltEast Tawas, MI

Heavy Equipment Operator/ Truck Driver
Haul road material using eight-axle gravel train
Operated semi trucks with trailers and heavy duty dump trucks
Performed emergency repairs on vehicles and equipment when necessary
Complied with state and county road laws for hauling materials
Assisted in scheduling trucks for future work days
Participated in such trades tasks as pavement repairs, culvert repairs, guardrail and sign repair
Selected to work on dirt and paving crew on a part time basis
Volunteered overtime to finish projects
Moved construction equipment from one project site to another
Load trucks with material using wheel loader, track excavator.
Maintained trucks, trailers and equipment as stated in operating manuals.
Performed some major maintenance tasks such as fluid changes, grease, rebraking, and tire changes.

April 1986-January 1993
E & D ExcavatingWest Branch, MI

Driver and Scheduler
Painted heavy equipment.
Maintained all truck schedules and confirmed delivery status.
Performed routine maintenance on trucks and equipment and determined when and what kind maintenance was needed.
Promoted to truck driving and coordinating of all deliveries.
Operated semi tractor and tandem axle dump trailer combination on a regular, full time basis.
Performed some major maintenance tasks such as fluid changes, grease, rebraking, and tire changes.