Aaron Koontz
Bluefield,WV
Summary
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Reliable Heavy Equipment Operator successful at completing jobs quickly and correctly. Ready to bring construction experience and operator skills to new role.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
IBEW
08.2008 - Current
- 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.
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- 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.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Played a key role in successful project completions by maintaining open lines of communication with supervisors and team members, ensuring timely adjustments to work strategies when needed.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Mitigated potential hazards by promptly reporting unsafe conditions or damaged equipment to supervisors.
- 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.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Checked equipment performance and made necessary repairs.
- Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.
- Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
- Used cranes and hoists to move large objects.
- Provided technical assistance to other workers on job site.
Groundman
IBEW
08.2008 - 08.2015
- Maintained equipment functionality with regular checks, cleaning, and minor repairs as necessary.
- Collaborated effectively with fellow groundsmen to complete projects efficiently and maintain high-quality standards.
- Boosted safety on the property by identifying potential hazards and promptly addressing them.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Upheld company reputation by adhering to all safety guidelines and regulations during daily tasks.
- Maximized efficiency in task completion by utilizing appropriate tools and techniques for each job.
- Identified opportunities for improvements within the grounds area through consistent evaluation of current conditions.
- Read work orders and design drawings to determine work requirements and sequence of tasks.
- Used rakes and shovels to spread, level and smooth concrete.
- Prepared surfaces for work by smoothing imperfections on ground or with close structures.
- Operated power vibrator to compact materials and create level bases.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts to move bricks and supplies.
Education
GED -
James Monroe High School
Lindside, WV11.2007
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Valid Driver's License
- Safe Equipment Operation
- Loader Operation
- Skid Steer Proficiency
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Front end loader operations
- Safety Compliance
- Heavy Lifting
- Following Directions
- Good Judgement
- Backhoe Operation
- Backhoe Handling
- First Aid Training
- Effective communication skills
- Equipment Inspection Abilities
- Front End Loader Handling
- Excavator Attachment Usage
- Safety program understanding
- Safety Procedures
- Class A CDL
Certification
OSHA 10
OSHA 10 ET&D
OSHA 30
Rough-terrain Forklift Safety Course
Qualified Rigger Training
Crane & Derrick Signal Person 200 Series Training
Qualified Operator Quanta Services- Mini Excavator, Backhoe, Skid Steer
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
IBEW
08.2008 - Current
Groundman
IBEW
08.2008 - 08.2015
GED -
James Monroe High School