Heavy Equipment Operator
Witherington Logging
07.2025 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery including excavators and bulldozers for timber extraction and site preparation.
- Conducted daily equipment inspections to ensure safety compliance and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and minimize downtime during logging operations.
- Trained new operators on equipment handling, safety protocols, and maintenance procedures.
- Monitored fuel consumption and performed routine maintenance to extend equipment lifespan.
- Implemented best practices for soil conservation to reduce environmental impact during logging activities.
- Resolved mechanical issues promptly to maintain continuous operation of logging equipment.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Increased productivity by operating heavy machinery such as backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators for various construction projects.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Enhanced worksite safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Assisted in training new hires on proper operation techniques and safety procedures for various pieces of heavy equipment.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety by consistently wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and following all established protocols.
- Mitigated potential hazards by promptly reporting unsafe conditions or damaged equipment to supervisors.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex projects, utilizing strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Reduced downtime through proactive diagnosis and troubleshooting of mechanical issues on heavy equipment.
- Assisted team in setting up and dismantling equipment and tools to use for construction.