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Bret Olson

MISSOULA,MT

Summary

Professional equipment operator with solid background in operating heavy machinery. Skilled in safely maneuvering and maintaining equipment to ensure optimal performance. Strong emphasis on teamwork and adaptability, consistently meeting operational goals. Reliable, with focus on efficiency and safety in dynamic work environments.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Maintenance & Repairs

SUBWAY®Restaurants
Missoula, MT
05.1995 - Current

Remodel stores repaired equipment and installed new equipment.

Project Supervisor/Construction Laborer

Lapke Construction
Simms, MT
05.2018 - 04.2025

Oversaw the installation of bomb proof window and doors on Malmstrom Air Force Base.

  • Oversaw project timelines and resource allocation to ensure efficient workflow.
  • Kept daily records of job activity
  • Repairs Rack Rail project for The United States Air Force (USAF) Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM). When we moved onto missile site we took elevation of existing site. Demo existing concrete out with excavator and hammer. loaded broken concrete into dump truck with skidster Formed for new concrete Poured flo fill rebar then poured concrete to elevation.
  • Analog post replacement The USAF would give us location of post to replace for the ICBM. Post would be located We would dig old post out with excavator then plant a new post.
  • Remodel old Forest service lookout and building.

Co Owner /Supervisor

Garden City Granite
Missoula, MT
04.2000 - 10.2015
  • Led operational strategy to enhance granite production efficiency and quality control processes.
  • Oversaw project management for custom stone installations, ensuring client satisfaction and timely delivery.
  • Mentored staff in advanced stone fabrication techniques, fostering skill development and production accuracy.
  • Developed strategic partnerships with suppliers to optimize material sourcing and reduce operational costs.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify growth opportunities, driving business expansion initiatives effectively.
  • Streamlined workflow processes through technology integration, improving overall operational productivity by 30%. plus

Rock Quarry /Logging Equipment Operator/Ranching

Varying Employers
Montana/Idaho
1976 - 2000

Driller Helper Excavator operator Loader operator.

Logging ran Skidders,Dozers and a Yarder.

Ranching Ran Tractors.

  • Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime and enhance safety.

Education

High School Diploma -

Hellgate High School
Missoula, MT

Skills

  • Equipment Operator
  • Maintenance and light repair
  • Building maintenance

Timeline

Project Supervisor/Construction Laborer

Lapke Construction
05.2018 - 04.2025

Co Owner /Supervisor

Garden City Granite
04.2000 - 10.2015

Maintenance & Repairs

SUBWAY®Restaurants
05.1995 - Current

Rock Quarry /Logging Equipment Operator/Ranching

Varying Employers
1976 - 2000

High School Diploma -

Hellgate High School
Bret Olson