Brandon Bertolet
Spring
Summary
Dynamic and skilled operator at various companies within the Operating Engineers Local 3 with extensive experience in heavy equipment operation and materials handling. Proven ability to enhance safety protocols and conduct thorough equipment inspections, ensuring optimal performance.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant operator
Desilva Gates aggregates
10.2023 - 12.2024
- Loaded out crushed aggregates with front end loader and excavator.
- Ran and maintained rock crusher operations.
- Conducted periodic plant checks to promote safe and efficient operation.
- Assisted in training new personnel on safe work practices and plant operations procedures.
- Collaborated with team to perform variety of tasks to support plant operations.
- Operated heavy machinery and equipment to move, load, unload, or grade earth, rock, gravel, or other materials.
- Inspected equipment for wear and tear or malfunctioning components.
Heavy equipment operator (Demolition)
Inner City Demolition
07.2023 - 10.2023
- Inspected equipment regularly to ensure proper performance of the machine.
- Operated excavators, dozers, front-end loaders, and backhoes with precision.
- Performed routine maintenance on heavy equipment including lubricating parts, changing filters and refilling fluids.
- Performed regular maintenance and cleaning of machines.
- Followed safety protocols and protective gear requirements to foster safe work environment.
- Moved dirt, rocks, equipment, and other materials.
- Controlled heavy equipment attachments.
- Operated excavators for demolition and mobile rock crushers for the creation of aggregates.
Corrections Officer
Lexington Assessment and Reception Center
01.2023 - 03.2023
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Sanctioned regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks and cell assessments.
- Documented prisoner identification, charges and inmate disturbance incidents.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors, and public to maintain security within facility.
Retaining wall installer and finish concrete hand
La Donco
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Cut materials to specified sizes for installation with power saws and cutters.
- Used standard hand and specialized tools to install equipment, performing tests for proper operation.
- Built block retaining walls for new developments.
- Installed concrete driveways and sidewalks.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Inner City Demolition
01.2017 - 10.2022
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- 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.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
19K Tank Armor Crewman
U.S. Army
05.2004 - 06.2009
- Handled ammunition safely, minimizing risk to fellow crew members and weapon systems.
- Verified inventory computations by comparing to physical counts of stock, investigating discrepancies and errors.
- Developed, resourced, and executed squad's various strength and training strategies to improve mission readiness in tactical fields.
- Completed army sniper school and operated as the assistant sniper team leader during my tour in Iraq
Education
GED -
Metro Education High School
San Jose, CA06.2003
Skills
- Materials handling
- Equipment inspection
- Hazardous materials
- Safety protocols
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Forklift operation
- Cultural awareness
- Incident reporting
- Threat assessment
- Firearms handling
- First aid training
Timeline
Plant operator
Desilva Gates aggregates
10.2023 - 12.2024
Heavy equipment operator (Demolition)
Inner City Demolition
07.2023 - 10.2023
Corrections Officer
Lexington Assessment and Reception Center
01.2023 - 03.2023
Retaining wall installer and finish concrete hand
La Donco
02.2022 - 12.2022
Heavy Equipment Operator
Inner City Demolition
01.2017 - 10.2022
19K Tank Armor Crewman
U.S. Army
05.2004 - 06.2009
GED -
Metro Education High School
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