Austin Sutton
Maryville,TN
Summary
Adept at operating and maintaining heavy machinery, I significantly reduced job site accidents at Tennessee Excavating through rigorous adherence to safety protocols. Skilled in excavation and preventive maintenance, my leadership and effective communication fostered team collaboration, enhancing project efficiency. My expertise spans residential to commercial construction, underpinned by a solid foundation in safety procedures and machinery inspection.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Tennessee Excavating
10.2024 - Current
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Assisted team in setting up and dismantling equipment and tools to use for construction.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Adjusted soil levels and grade land for construction projects.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.
- Employed bulldozers, loaders and backhoes for construction projects.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Whaley Construction and Materials
04.2022 - 10.2024
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
- Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Adjusted soil levels and grade land for construction projects.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Made necessary adjustments to machinery for optimum performance.
- Employed bulldozers, loaders and backhoes for construction projects.
Freight Handler
XPO Logistics
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Loaded and unloaded trucks.
- Blocked and braced freight to prevent shifting and product damage during transport.
- Verified and noted count and condition of cargo received.
- Sorted and organized packages to make deliveries to correct address.
- Inspected freight for any damage or faults prior to loading.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to improve efficiency and comply with regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to resolve challenges and improve productivity.
- Packed items to meet shipping requirements.
- Utilized proper lifting techniques to facilitate safe and efficient handling of freight.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to unload freight containers of varying weight and size.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Streamlined material delivery processes which increased efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Verified quantity and description of materials received by checking merchandise against packing list.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
Truck Technician
Travel Centers, TA & Petro
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Followed factory and dealership standards to accurately perform repairs according to work order.
- Analyzed engine faults in buses and trucks, identifying potential causes and determining needed repairs.
- Serviced and maintained engines by performing regular oil and filter changes.
- Performed preventive maintenance on diesel engines, preventing malfunctions.
- Checked completed repairs in buses and trucks, confirming correct servicing procedures.
- Determined cost-effective solutions to mechanical issues, saving company money.
- Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
- Adhered to safety regulations while servicing vehicles, preventing injuries and accidents.
- Ordered new parts for broken belts, hoses and filters, resupplying inventory.
- Collaborated with other mechanics to inspect diesel engines for signs of damage.
- Used specialized tools and equipment to diagnose and repair issues with diesel engines.
- Conducted full operational compliance inspections before releasing vehicles for use.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems for repair or replacement.
- Changed faulty or damaged fuel injectors, air filters and spark plugs in diesel engines.
- Handled repairs, replacing broken components and inspecting engines for wear and tear.
Education
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
Maryville, TN06-2015
Skills
- Interpreting maps and instructions
- Safety Procedures
- Residential construction
- Crane Operation
- Repair and Maintenance
- Team Collaboration
- Safe Equipment Operation
- Good Judgement
- Decision-Making
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Rock removal
- Excavation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Valid Driver's License
- Parts Lubrication
- Pre-operational equipment inspections
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Machinery inspection
- Construction Equipment Operation
- Materials Movement
- Front end loader operations
- Equipment Logs
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Safety Compliance
- Loader controls
- Safety regulation compliance
- Compactor Operation
- Backhoe Operation
- Utility location
- Team Leadership
- Commercial construction experience
- Construction background
- Effective communication skills
- Communicating Job Status
- Construction and mining tractors
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Trench work
- Loader Operation
- Following Directions
- Site bulldozing
- Material Handling Equipment
- Moving and Leveling Dirt
- Bulldozer Operation
- Track clearing
- Road Construction
- Lever controls
- Inclement Working Conditions
- Ground disturbance issues
- Blueprint reading abilities
Certification
- MSHA Certification
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Tennessee Excavating
10.2024 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Whaley Construction and Materials
04.2022 - 10.2024
Freight Handler
XPO Logistics
10.2021 - 04.2022
Truck Technician
Travel Centers, TA & Petro
04.2021 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School