Andre Andrews
Columbia,SC
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Gregory Electric Company
Columbia, SC
08.2021 - Current
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
Heavy Equipment Operator
South Carolina Department of Transportation
Columbia, SC
03.2015 - 07.2021
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Identified hazardous materials on job sites and took action to mitigate and enhance safety.
- Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
- Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
- Loaded both raw materials and finished components to support manufacturing and production processes.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation or rocks.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
- Kept records of material or equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Used hitches to select and fasten bulldozer blades or other attachments to tractors.
Utility Worker
Gregory Electric Company
Columbia, SC
06.2012 - 02.2015
- Inspected and repaired electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
- Performed preventive maintenance on utility system components.
- Responded to emergency situations as needed.
- Assisted with installation of new equipment or modifications to existing systems.
- Operated various types of power tools safely and efficiently to make repairs or adjustments.
- Troubleshot problems in the field by performing tests on equipment and making necessary adjustments.
- Disassembled, cleaned, inspected, repaired, reassembled and tested machinery components.
- Organized tools, equipment and supplies necessary to complete assignments.
- Gathered and removed trash, debris and liquid waste.
- Installed equipment to improve energy or operational efficiency of residential or commercial buildings.
Truck Driver
Lane Construction Co
Columbia, SC
04.2005 - 01.2012
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
Education
High School Diploma -
Columbia High School
Columbia, SC06-1990
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Gregory Electric Company
08.2021 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
South Carolina Department of Transportation
03.2015 - 07.2021
Utility Worker
Gregory Electric Company
06.2012 - 02.2015
Truck Driver
Lane Construction Co
04.2005 - 01.2012
High School Diploma -
Columbia High School
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