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Experienced foreman and heavy equipment operator

Merritt, BC

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
WORK HISTORY
Heavy Equipment Operator, 05/2020 to 10/2020
WCL Construction – Edmonton, AB
Equipment Operator, 01/2020 to Current
Triple J Pipeline – Dawson Creek, BC
CONTACT
Address: Merritt, BC V1K1A0
Phone: 306 824 0195
Email: robertsjoe829@gmail.com
CORE COMPETENCIES
JOSEPH ROBERTS
Skilled communicator and effective leader, able to enlist support of all
team members to achieve production goals with high-pressure
environments

Well-developed interpersonal and team work skills acquired through
experience in fast paced, high volume settings

Proven ability to accept new challenges and problem-solve ways to
improve processes and generate more revenue while maintaining a
safe and efficient workplace

Physically in shape and high stamina, coupled with stellar manual
dexterity required to lift high value, sensitive and fragile goods

• Detail oriented, always accurate in record keeping
• Willing to train and lead new staff
• Able to operate track-hoes (rubber tire), loaders, dozers, skid steer
Operated excavators, dozers and boom on regular basis with advanced
skill.

Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on any
project requirement and keep teams on tight schedules.

Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance
actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.

Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and
avoiding hazards such as utility lines.

Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to
prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.

Determined and marked locations of underground pipes and wires to
plan optimal digging locations.

Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and
accurately completed all equipment logs and reports.

• Moved materials around construction sites to work locations.
Determined and marked locations of underground pipes and wires to
plan optimal digging locations

Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to
prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving

• Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving
• Safety & Protocol
• Timeliness & Satisfaction
• Efficiency & Targets
• Accuracy & Compliance
• Supervision & Training
• Quality & Damage Control
• Equipment & Repair
• Teamwork & Collaboration
• Inventory & Streamlining
Equipment Operator, 02/2019 to 01/2020
Thompson Brothers – Spruce Grove, AB
Field Supervisor, 10/2014 to 12/2017
Paradox Access Solutions – Edmonton, AB
Equipment Operator/Grain Handler, 05/2016 to 07/2017
Wakaw Farms – Wakaw, SK
Foreman, 04/2013 to 08/2014
Graham Brothers – Edmonton, AB
record
Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts and other equipment to move
materials around work sites and organized according to need

Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and
avoiding hazards such as utility lines

Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to
handle any team need

• Moved equipment between job location
Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on any
project requirement and keep teams on tight schedules

• Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work
Erected structural components, poured concrete and completed other
construction-related tasks

• Conducted weekly production and operations meetings
• Scheduled and delegated project work and duties
Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for
general contractor personnel

Acted as liaison with construction administration consultants to plan
work and discuss issues

Directed and managed medium to large crews while ensuring all
assigned duties were performed properly and adhered to safety
protocols

• Managed field resources, labour and related material
Completed all necessary paperwork and reports for each job as
required

Supervised performance of routine equipment maintenance and repair
tasks

• Coordinated, managed and performed on-site construction activities
Complied with and enforced all safety precautions, operational
procedures, directions, rules, policies and regulations

• Maintained intimate knowledge of company-wide goals and directives
Operated farm equipment such as tractors, tractor drawn and self
propelled machinery for plowing

• Repaired and maintained tractors and mechanical equipment
Cared for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing
and trimming

Supervisor/Heavy Equipment Operator, 01/2011 to 03/2013
Tri-Gen Construction – Edmonton, AB
Heavy Equipment Operator, 10/2020 to Current
Arnica Contracting – Merritt, BC
Heavy Equipment Operator, 10/2020 to Current
Arnica Contracting – Merritt, BC
EDUCATION
High School Diploma
Parkview Education Center – Parkview Education Center
National Construction Safety Officer Certification
Training Basic Instructional Techniques
Confined Space Entry/Monitor
Class 5 Drivers License
Construction Safety Training System
Flagger Train-the-Trainer
Safe Trenching Excavating & Ground Disturbance
• Supervised development and construction of company land
• Procured trades
Compiled construction estimates, ensuring on time completion of
projects

• Acquired mining and construction experience
Operated heavy equipment including, excavators, loaders, rock truck,
ripper cat

Supervised teams and production, ensuring safety protocols were
followed at all times

• Operate excavator and rock trucks
Observe all safety protocols and procedures to avoid injuries and
accidents during each shift.

Synchronized resources on job sites by effectively communicating with
co-workers via handheld mobile devices.

• Grade and shape land.
Place tools and job site machinery in locked areas and secured
locations at end of each shift.

Keep machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing
malfunctioning parts.

H2S Alive
OTHER SKILLS
Experience operating mini hoe, skid steer, zoom boom and front-end
loader operator

• Knowledge of plumbing, pumps, electrical and HVAC systems
• Mechanically inclined

  • Updated 2 years ago

To contact this candidate email robertsjoe829@gmail.com

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