Donald Beard
Raleigh
Summary
Experienced excavator operator skilled in heavy machinery operation, equipment maintenance, and safety compliance. Proven ability to interpret blueprints and ensure efficient site preparation.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Excavator Operator
Fred Smith Company
Raleigh
2010.03 - Current
- Operated heavy excavators to perform site preparation and grading tasks.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted in trenching and excavation for utility installations as required.
- Interpreted blueprints and project plans to execute precise digging operations.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety practices effectively.
- Monitored job site conditions and adjusted operations for efficiency and safety compliance.
- Loaded trucks with dirt and debris from excavation sites. with excess dirt from excavation sites.
- Operated excavator to dig trenches, footings and foundations for new construction projects.
- Operated heavy equipment in compliance with company's operating safety policies and procedures.
- Worked in close proximity to other workers while operating machinery safely and efficiently.
- Confirmed adherence to safety protocols by team members and followed strict measures to avoid accidents and injuries.
- Maintained and operated hydraulic systems on the excavators as well as other heavy equipment.
- Observed potential hazards and obstructions to maximize safe working conditions.
- Followed company policies by performing thorough equipment inspections prior to and after each shift.
- Transported materials from one job site to another using a lowboy trailer or dump truck.
- Communicated with project supervisors regarding progress of work completed on each job site.
- Utilized GPS system to accurately grade land surfaces to required specifications.
- Ditched and backfilled steep terrain and side slopes, utilizing vacuum lifters, shaker buckets, and hammers.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
- Moved materials across job sites to support ongoing operations. over short distances on work sites to carry out orders.
- Controlled operation of heavy power machinery to complete on-site work.
- Kept records of material or equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hallsboro High School
Hallsboro, NC1985-06
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Heavy machinery operation
- Hydraulic systems
- Blueprint interpretation
- Safety compliance
- Site preparation
Timeline
Excavator Operator
Fred Smith Company
2010.03 - Current
High School Diploma -
Hallsboro High School