Joshua Gordon
Wadesboro
Summary
Dynamic Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience. Skilled in tree identification and machine maintenance. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and safety compliance. Adept at training teams and optimizing workflows, demonstrating strong attention to detail and effective time management in high-pressure environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Logging Equipment Operator
Jordan Williams Logging
Oakboro, NC
11.2025 - Current
- Operated logging equipment to efficiently harvest timber, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machinery, enhancing operational reliability and minimizing downtime.
- Trained and mentored junior operators in equipment handling and safety practices, fostering skill development.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow processes, improving overall job site efficiency.
- Coordinated daily operations to align with project timelines, ensuring timely completion of logging tasks.
- Rotated between skidders, loaders and feller bunchers based on current crew abilities and needs.
- Maintained tight production schedules by apply skills such as grappling, lifting and bunching.
Fabrication Welder
Columbiad Fabrication
Puryear, TN
02.2022 - 11.2025
- Fabricated metal components using MIG and TIG welding techniques to ensure structural integrity.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise fabrication and assembly of parts.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products, ensuring compliance with specifications and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, enhancing overall production efficiency.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through consistent attention to detail and adherence to specifications.
- Measured and cut metal pieces to correct length and angle to attain proper fit and alignment of pieces.
- Performed preventative maintenance and minor repairs on welding and fabrication equipment to keep in optimum working condition.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Edwards Wood Products
Marshville, NC
02.2018 - 02.2022
- Implemented safety measures that reduced on-site accidents and improved compliance.
- Analyzed operational processes, identifying areas for efficiency improvements.
- Coordinated with management to develop strategies for equipment utilization and resource allocation.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Carpenter Logging LLC
Wadesboro, NC
01.2008 - 02.2018
- Operated heavy machinery, including excavators and bulldozers, for logging operations.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to ensure optimal equipment performance.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute logging plans efficiently.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and equipment handling procedures.
- Oversaw daily workflows, optimizing productivity in logging operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gordon Academy
Polkton, NCSkills
- Tree identification
- Heavy equipment operation
- Machine maintenance
- Hand-eye coordination
- Hydraulic systems
- Equipment inspection
- Precision cutting
- Time management
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Logging Equipment Operator
Jordan Williams Logging
11.2025 - Current
Fabrication Welder
Columbiad Fabrication
02.2022 - 11.2025
Heavy Equipment Operator
Edwards Wood Products
02.2018 - 02.2022
Heavy Equipment Operator
Carpenter Logging LLC
01.2008 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Gordon Academy