A Heavy Equipment Operator will operate various pieces of large equipment in an industrial or commercial setting in accordance with company procedures and safety regulations. Roles and responsibilities commonly mentioned on the Heavy Equipment Operator Resume include the following – operating heavy equipment like cranes, earth movers, front-end loaders and bulldozers; operating the equipment in the right direction, managing the equipment in a safe and secure way; performing minor repairs; performing road work and excavation work; operating machines manually and also through technical methods of operation; and performing all other duties as assigned.
Operating heavy equipment requires a lot of experience, training, and knowledge of machines and their associated parts. The essential criteria must also include – knowledge of heavy equipment operation, workplace safety practices; proficiency in repairing and maintaining heavy and power-driven equipment; and tolerance to the strenuous and dangerous work environment. A high school diploma is compulsory. Courses from vocational school add an extra edge.
Objective : 3 years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator. Looking for a career in a company that welcomes driven individuals who want to learn and grow in that company. I like to be given challenging tasks.
Skills : Equipment Operator, Directional Drilling, Maintenance Tech, Metal Fabrication
Description :
Operate the mini excavator, backhoe, shovel, rake, broom, hand and power tools, and compaction tools.
Maintain, service, and fix industrial machines also maintain duct work for dust collector systems.
Read blueprints and schematics for new projects, operate scissor lifts, boom trucks, and fork trucks.
Assist in locating books that are in need, stock books, make sure area is clean and organized, open and stock approximately 3,000 to 5,000 boxes of books daily.
Covered roofs of structures with shingles, slate, asphalt, aluminum, wood, or related materials.
Sprayed roofs, sidings, and walls with material to bind seal, insulate, or soundproof sections of structures.
Applied alternate layers of hot asphalt or tar and roofing paper to roofs.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
AAS
Heavy Equipment Operator Resume
Summary : 10 years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator. I have been in the construction field for most of my working years. So through these experiences, I have a broad knowledge of how to complete nearly any task correctly and safely. I take great pride in the work that I perform and will not take part in mediocre work standards.
Skills : Power Tools, Hand Tools, Employee Relations, Inventory, Management
Description :
Daily duties included mixing neutralized material, using both normal and long reach excavators, in a reserve pit to dry it out for reuse and make room for more material.
Mixing 3 sided bins that were full of contaminated material produced from the production of natural gas, using a long reach excavator.
Solidify and neutralize contaminated water brought to us by vac trucks that had been cleaning out holding tanks and production equipment.
Act as fill-in foreman when the regular one was away for vacation or days off.
Performed light maintenance on the work trucks and equipment when things were slow.
Maintain a mechanic service truck to ensure that all necessary parts were available for repairs.
Performed minor maintenance on equipment and performed safety checks on equipment.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
AAS in HET
Heavy Equipment Operator I Resume
Objective : 3 years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator. Looking for a new challenging position with a growing company, and something that allows me to challenge myself daily as well as move up as I become more valuable and learn more about the company.
Skills : Heavy Equipment Operator (Front Loaders, Back Hoes, Excavators, Track Loaders, Rollers
Description :
Swept floors and assisted in keeping the work areas clean, safe and clear of debris.
Proficient with backhoes, excavators, track loaders, wheel loaders, rollers, water trucks, and grinders.
Operated track loaders and excavators to clean job sites of all trees and brush debris before we were done grinding.
Excel at coordinating site preparation and guiding the crew to complete jobs on time and to specifications.
Taught employee's to operate equipment safely such as wheel loaders, track loaders, excavators, grinders, and screening machines.
Performed daily and monthly maintenance of all equipment and vehicles such as oil changes, filter replacement, greasing all equipment every day, blowing off equipment and filters, checking for anything coming apart, wearing out, and replacing parts when needed.
Performed equipment maintenance including repairs, servicing, and installation.
Experience
2-5 Years
Level
Junior
Education
DHEO
Heavy Equipment Operator Resume
Summary : 9+ years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator. Mechanically inclined and skilled equipment operator proficient with earth moving equipment. Leadership responsibilities while serving in the United States Army.
Skills : Home Remodeling, Surveying, Engineering, and Machining, AutoCAD
Description :
Performing 40 hrs of surveys to determine the lay of the ground, for estimates of gravel and dirt.
Operating the dump truck, front end loader, backhoe, dozer, grader, roller, scraper, water truck, and forklift safely on multimillion-dollar project sites with 100% accuracy.
Emplacing 500 t walls in a combat zone to provide 100% security for the Afghan national army.
Performing preventive maintenance checks daily on 6 pieces of equipment equaling about $2.5 million of equipment.
Counseling 3-5 soldiers 2 times a month, with an average of 75% improvement rate.
Volunteering to work through lunch breaks to ensure 100% of the project was completed.
Weighing trucks coming in and out of the yard, verified EPA and company guidelines were being adhered to.
Experience
7-10 Years
Level
Executive
Education
AAS Heavy Equipment
Site Manager / Heavy Equipment Operator Resume
Summary : 19+ years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator. A proven visionary and tactical leader that transforms business strategies into maximum profits by enhancing production with expertise in friendly customer service, interacting with customers, employees, and the public. Dedicated to maintaining a reputation built on quality, service, and uncompromising ethics.
Skills : Strategic/Tactical Planning, Inventory Status Reports, Microsoft Office With Proficiency In Word And Excel, Business Development, Lean Manufacturing
Description :
Successfully directing predictive maintenance program that improved product partnered relationships.
Organized and established a highly accident-free facility and reduced the minor accident rate by 54% in department & scores increased to 75% - no major injuries.
Training employees in modern-day inventory control techniques and time management and consistently praised by upper management for the quality and timeliness of reports, attention to detail, delivery and exemplary leadership.
Inspecting loading operations to ensure all shipping specifications are met.
Maintaining scheduling systems, designed and organized a new work area and formulated production plans.
Conducting regular risk assessments and quality assurance reviews to evaluate compliance with requirements.
Identifying potential gaps in policies, procedures and business processes.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Management
Education
AAS - HET
Heavy Equipment Operator Resume
Summary : Dynamic Heavy Equipment Operator with 15+ years of experience supervising daily activities on various projects, maintaining safety procedures and guidelines and communicating effectively to supervisors about assigned daily tasks.
Skills : Typing 65 WPM, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Responsible
Description :
Operating heavy equipment, including cranes, heavy loaders, boon trucks, bulldozers, backhoes, forklifts, and tractors.
Completing tear-down of existing structures and prepared for new construction.
Digging trenches, backfills holes and compacts earth to prepare for new construction.
Consistently assumes additional responsibilities and works extended hours to meet project deadlines.
Avoiding construction delays by efficiently following through with all site inspections in a timely manner.
Operate front end loader to feed conveyors and process contaminated soils in a safe efficient manner.
Assisting carpenters and laborers with formwork; rebar placement and tying, concrete placement and finishing.
Assisting the foreman in the planning and layout of work, I can continue in his absence.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
AAS in HET
Truck/Heavy Equipment Operator Resume
Objective : One year of experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator. Looking to secure a position in the organization that offers challenge and opportunity for my career development and at the same time serve the organization to the best of my capabilities.
Skills : Effective Communication, Reading Prints, Welding, Microsoft Office, Customer Service
Description :
Track, train, monitor, and ensure the safety of the member of my team assigned to me operate front end loaders, dozers, scaper, excavator, skid steer, bobcat, grader, dump trucks, etc.
Transport heavy construction equipment with tractor-trailer.
Strictly adhered to safety policies; preventing accidents, injury and damage to staff, surrounding communities and facilities.
Performed safety audits, force protection, and pre-departure inspections; accurately documented all findings and presented reports during staff meetings and briefings to project manager and executives.
Accomplished Preventative Maintenance System Checks (PMCS) on various vehicles and equipment.
Safely and accurately operated machine and vehicle controls; prepared heavy equipment for transport and ensured proper strap system utilized.
Reviewed and followed instructions from dispatchers and yardmasters; read and filled work orders.
Experience
0-2 Years
Level
Entry Level
Education
AAS in HET
Lead Heavy Equipment Operator Resume
Summary : Heavy Equipment Operator with over 12 years of progressive experience looking for a challenging and responsible position in the heavy equipment operation that will effectively utilize my training and experience and offer the opportunity for career growth.
Skills : Heavy Equipment Oper, Dozers, Loaders, Excavators
Description :
Routinely make inspections of equipment that is under my care.
Safe operation of excavators, dozer, wheel loader, and side boom to efficiently meet contract milestones.
Execute daily pre-and-post inspections with appropriate documentation on equipment.
Follow all company policies and OSHA/MSHA regulations for safe working procedures.
Diligent in completing work quickly and safely in order to improve company revenue.
Achieved a significant level of expertise operating large, powerful mining machines.
Ranging from excavators to rubber tire loaders and all that lies in between.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
AAS in HEO
Lead Man/Heavy Equipment Operator Resume
Summary : Experienced Lead Man/Heavy Equipment Operator with expertise in excavation, grading, and site preparation. Recognized for optimizing equipment usage and reducing operational costs while mentoring junior operators for skill development.
Skills : Microsoft Office, Word, Warehouse Management, Forklift Operator, Inventory Control
Description :
Stock and organizes shelves of the different parts used to operate the mill.
Quality control in charge of ordering all bathroom and kitchen supplies and keeping them stocked.
Also, office supplies and delivers them to different offices at our facility.
Safely move material in a manner which does not endanger personnel or equipment.
Operate various equipment for general site preparation, landscaping, snow removal, and/or related assignments.
Continuously monitor the equipment to ensure proper operation and minimal down time.
Documented daily equipment inspections and ensured equipment able to be operated safely.
Experience
10+ Years
Level
Senior
Education
AAS
Heavy Equipment Operator II Resume
Summary : 8 years of experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator. Seeking a position to utilize my skills and knowledge obtained through prior education and employment to further advance my career.
Skills : Remodeling Homes, Painter Exterior and Interior, Chain Saw, Hand Saw, Most Hand Tools
Description :
Load and move dirt, rocks, equipment, or other materials, using trucks, crawler tractors, power cranes, shovels, graders, or related equipment.
Talk to clients and study instructions, plans, or diagrams to establish work requirements.
Locate underground services, such as pipes or wires, prior to beginning work.
Safely and efficiently load off-road trucks with cover dirt for daily cover with an excavator.
Initiated a detail-oriented work environment to perform tasks in a safe and responsible manner.
Adopted effective organizational skills to implement further levels of job efficiency.
Established and maintained effective working relationships with other contractors on the project site.
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