Briar Brixey
Rose,OK
Summary
Skilled Equipment Operator with a robust background in heavy machinery and arboriculture, notably with 7H Construction and Tree Love. Excelled in land clearing, equipment repair, and fostering worksite safety, demonstrating exceptional heavy equipment operation and team collaboration skills. Proven track record of enhancing efficiency and achieving significant project milestones through innovative solutions and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equipment Operator
7H Construction
Pryor, OK
04.2024 - Current
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Participated in regular safety meetings to reinforce best practices within the team and ensure a hazard-free workplace.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse assignments, swiftly transitioning between different types of equipment as needed.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- I have operated the following:
- Excavators
- Skid steers
- Front end Loaders
- Roller
- Overhead cranes
Arborist/Climber
Tree Love
Tulsa, OK
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Used ladders, ropes, harnesses and other protective equipment to climb trees and to identify arboricultural pathology concerns.
- Demonstrated tree-health science experience by delivering fact-based solutions to specific arboricultural concerns.
- Felled trees carefully to avoid damage to property and landscape.
- Supported emergency response efforts after natural disasters or severe weather events by clearing debris or removing damaged trees quickly and efficiently.
- Developed customized tree management plans for clients based on their specific needs, contributing to long-term tree health and vitality.
- Used chainsaws, hand saws and extended saws to assist in creation of customer visions.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects efficiently and safely, fostering a positive work environment.
- Optimized equipment performance with regular maintenance checks, decreasing downtime and increasing efficiency.
- Maintained and operated wood chipper safely to minimize accidents and keep equipment properly functioning.
- Maintained work vehicles and equipment.
- Conducted thorough site assessments to identify potential hazards before beginning any work, minimizing risk to personnel and property.
- Preserved tree structural integrity with proper pruning techniques, promoting healthy growth patterns.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks and trailers.
- Enhanced team efficiency by introducing new climbing and rigging techniques for safe tree access.
Welder
Jer-Co Industries
Locust Grove, OK
08.2022 - 02.2023
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
Education
Incident Qualification Card (Red Card) - Wildland Fire Fighting
Cherokee Nation BIA
Tahlequah, OK07.2024
Welding - Welding
Northeast Technology Center
Pryor, OK05.2021
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Land Clearing
- General Labor
- Following Instructions
- Excavation Techniques
- Road Construction
- Concrete pouring
- Excavation and Backfilling
- Equipment Repair
- Worksite safety
- Equipment Inspections
Certification
- BLS Certified
- OSHA 10
- Swift Water Rescue Technician 1
- Incident Qualification Card (Wildland Firefighter)
Timeline
Equipment Operator
7H Construction
04.2024 - Current
Arborist/Climber
Tree Love
01.2024 - 03.2024
Welder
Jer-Co Industries
08.2022 - 02.2023
Incident Qualification Card (Red Card) - Wildland Fire Fighting
Cherokee Nation BIA
Welding - Welding
Northeast Technology Center