Austin Colberg

Freeport,IL

Summary

Dependable and hardworking equipment operator seeking a position with the Illinois Department of Transportation. Offers extensive hands-on experience operating machinery, maintaining equipment, and performing outdoor labor in demanding conditions.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Farm Equipment Operator / Farm Laborer

Colberg Farms

Freeport, IL

- Current

Operate tractors, combines, and tillage equipment for crop production and harvest
Haul grain using semi-trucks from fields to storage facilities
Perform routine maintenance and basic repairs on farm machinery
Maintain farm property including mowing, waterways, and drainage ditches
Assist with all daily farm operations and seasonal agricultural work

Trailer Jockey

Titan Tire

02.2020 - Current

Move and position trailers safely within yard and dock areas
Maneuver trailers in tight spaces while maintaining safety awareness
Assist with yard organization and workflow

Snow Removal Equipment Operator

Towards Snow Removal

UPS Hub – Rockford Airport, IL

12.2017 - 04.2020

Operated snow removal equipment to efficiently clear residential and commercial properties.
Conducted routine maintenance checks on machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety.
Collaborated with team members to assess weather conditions and adjust operational strategies accordingly.
Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety protocols.

Harvest Crew Member

Fredericks Harvesting

Kansas

09.2017 - 12.2017

Assisted with large-scale fall harvest operations
Operated and maintained harvesting equipment
Performed inspections and mechanical adjustments including tightening tires and equipment components
Worked long hours in fast-paced harvest conditions

Education

High School Diploma -

Freeport High School

Freeport, Illinois

01.2017

Skills

Heavy equipment operation
Farm machinery operation
Semi-truck driving
Trailer jockey / yard movement
Equipment maintenance/Basic mechanical repair
Material hauling and transport

Field tillage operations
Drainage and ditch maintenance
Roadside and property maintenance
Safe equipment handling
Outdoor manual labor
Reliable and hardworking

Equipment Experience

Tractors, combines, tillage equipment, grain handling equipment, semi-trucks, trailers, and other farm machinery used for field preparation, harvesting, hauling, and property maintenance.

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