Brice Willis
Lynnwood,WA
Summary
Seasoned heavy equipment operator known for maintaining high productivity and efficiently completing tasks. I've operated various types of heavy equipment, adhering to safety protocols, performing routine maintenance checks, and ensuring projects are completed on schedule. I posses specialized skills with all power tools and in multiple fields including, but not limited to, electrical work, framing, construction of homes, landscaping, and irrigation. I excel at teamwork, communication, and problem-solving. I'm proficient with computers, not only how to use them, but how to build and update them as well. I've acquired a beginners level of knowledge in coding, comprehending apps, and online developer tool type operating structures.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
DC Transport
Everett, WA
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Handled daily operations for a fleet of heavy equipment by troubleshooting and implementing preventive maintenance measures.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Transported materials between sites utilizing various types of vehicles and equipment.
- Maintained meticulous account of completed tasks, labor, and materials utilization.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
Irrigation Specialist
Whispering Pines
Everett, WA
01.2021 - 05.2023
- Assessed water needs of crops and designed irrigation systems to meet those needs.
- Created plans for installation, maintenance, and repair of irrigation systems.
- Calculated water pressure requirements for various types of sprinkler heads and valves.
- Installed, maintained, and repaired a variety of irrigation components such as pumps, pipes, filters, control valves, sprinklers, emitters and backflow preventers.
- Programmed automatic controllers to set watering schedules based on weather conditions.
- Inspected existing systems for needed repairs or upgrades.
Electrician & Engineer
Pallet Shelters
Everett, WA
02.2018 - 01.2021
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Tested continuity of circuits with testing devices such as ohmmeters, voltmeters and ammeters.
- Installed conduit for new wiring systems in commercial buildings.
- Inspected electrical equipment and systems to identify hazards, defects and the need for adjustment or repair.
- Repaired or replaced worn or defective parts using hand tools and power tools.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with applicable codes.
- Constructed control panels from blueprints or schematic drawings.
- Assisted with booking flights, hotels and car rentals in accordance with their preferences and budget constraints.
- Researched destination-specific activities to provide recommendations for clients' itineraries.
Manufacturing Engineer
Watson Furniture Group
Poulsbo, WA
10.2015 - 01.2018
- Developed and implemented manufacturing process improvement initiatives to increase efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Analyzed production data to identify areas of process inefficiencies and develop solutions to improve productivity.
- Created new processes for fabrication, assembly, testing, and inspection of products to meet customer requirements.
- Assisted with the design and development of manufacturing systems to ensure quality standards were met.
- Performed root cause analysis on various production issues and developed corrective actions plans.
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting equipment problems during the manufacturing process.
- Identified cost reduction opportunities through improved processes, materials utilization, and waste elimination initiatives.
Education
Associate of Arts - Horticulture Operations and Management
Edmonds Community College
Lynnwood, WA04-2011
High School Diploma -
Henry M. Jackson High School
Mill Creek, WA05-2010
Skills
- Heavy equipment operator
- Loader Operation
- OSHA Certification
- Client Relationship Building
- Mentoring and training
- Itinerary Planning
- Logistics support
- Team Oversight
- Root Cause Analysis
- Product Development
- Machine Learning
- Electrical Systems
Certification
- First Aid, CPR, and AED Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour General Industry Training - U.S. Department of Labor.
- Forklift Operator Certification - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- Lockout/Tagout Training Certificate – Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- Chainsaw Safety and Operation Certification - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- Heavy Equipment Operator License/Certificate - National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER) or Equivalent.
- Microsoft Office Specialist, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint (MOS) - Microsoft Corporation.
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
DC Transport
05.2023 - 05.2024
Irrigation Specialist
Whispering Pines
01.2021 - 05.2023
Electrician & Engineer
Pallet Shelters
02.2018 - 01.2021
Manufacturing Engineer
Watson Furniture Group
10.2015 - 01.2018
Associate of Arts - Horticulture Operations and Management
Edmonds Community College
High School Diploma -
Henry M. Jackson High School
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