Brian Morris
Jewett City,CT
Summary
Talented Equipment Operator with experience in excavation, installations and equipment maintenance. Highly skilled at completing repairs and operating machinery in safely to complete projects according to schedule. Proactive with focus on staying organized and cleaning worksite debris daily.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commercial Installer
Overhead Door Co.
Norwich, CT
08.2023 - Current
- Installed steel, aluminum and glass overhead doors according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Mounted openers onto garage ceilings and programmed them for use with remote controls.
- Repaired or replaced faulty components such as torsion springs, pulleys, hinges, cables, and rollers.
- Tested safety features such as photoelectric sensors to ensure proper operation of the system.
- Explained customer service options available for repair or replacement of a wide range of products.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on all installed equipment to ensure safe operation.
Equipment Operator/Laborer
Above the Standard LLC
Griswold, CT
04.2019 - Current
- Operated various heavy equipment models for earthmoving and material transportation like bobcat, takeuchi, johndeere, and cat.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with excavated material for transport to designated areas.
- Assisted in the setup of job sites by laying out stakes, flags. per project specifications.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations and procedures.
- Operated snow plow to clear roads and sidewalks of accumulated snow, ice, and debris.
Lead Technician
Western Express, Inc.
Plainfield, CT
09.2020 - 08.2023
- Entered work orders and distributed them to technicians.
- Conducted diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to identify origin of problems.
- Executed assessments and repairs utilizing standard tools, specialty equipment and gauges.
- Completed in-depth inspections of vehicle brakes, steering and other systems to check for safety and performance issues.
- Conferred with customers to obtain descriptions of vehicle problems and discuss repair requirements.
Maintenance Mechanic
United Natural Foods, UNFI
Dayville, CT
10.2018 - 09.2020
- Tested machine malfunctions and performed repairs.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Completed minor electrical, plumbing and HVAC maintenance for building occupants.
- Used heavy equipment, mowers and trimmers safely to prevent accidents.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris and snow to reduce hazards.
Equipment and Operations Trainer
United Natural Foods, UNFI
Dayville, CT
08.2016 - 10.2018
- Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
Machinist/Trainer
John M. Dean Co. LLC
Putnam, CT
02.2015 - 07.2016
- Troubleshot and repaired machines to increase productivity and decrease spending.
- Dismantled and inspected components to complete necessary adjustments and repairs.
- Trained, directed and instructed apprentices and helpers to increase production levels and meet established goals.
- Followed written instructions to set up and operate manual equipment and computer-controlled production machines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Quinebaug Middle College
Danielson, CTSome College (No Degree) - Diesel Mechanics
Universal Technical Institute of Massachusetts
Norwood, MASkills
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Health and Safety Regulations
- Attention to Detail
- Maintenance & Repair
- Equipment Transportation
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Materials Transportation
- Excavation and Backfilling
- Training & Development
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- General Labor
- Loader Operation
- Heavy Equipment Operation
Certification
- Cummins Insite
- TruckLite
- DTNA ARC
Timeline
Commercial Installer
Overhead Door Co.
08.2023 - Current
Lead Technician
Western Express, Inc.
09.2020 - 08.2023
Equipment Operator/Laborer
Above the Standard LLC
04.2019 - Current
Maintenance Mechanic
United Natural Foods, UNFI
10.2018 - 09.2020
Equipment and Operations Trainer
United Natural Foods, UNFI
08.2016 - 10.2018
Machinist/Trainer
John M. Dean Co. LLC
02.2015 - 07.2016
- Cummins Insite
- TruckLite
- DTNA ARC
High School Diploma -
Quinebaug Middle College
Some College (No Degree) - Diesel Mechanics
Universal Technical Institute of Massachusetts
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