Nicholas Mains
Lehigh Acres,FL
Summary
Dynamic Heavy Equipment Operator with a proven track record at Mitchelle and Stark, showcasing expertise in front-end loader operations and exceptional team leadership. Skilled in navigating complex construction projects with precision and safety, achieving efficient material handling and project management. Demonstrates strong decision-making and effective communication, ensuring project success and team coordination.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Mitchelle and Stark
Naples, FL
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
Heavy Equipment Operator/Foreman
Capling Leveling
LaBelle, FL
05.2021 - 12.2023
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
- Identified potentially hazardous or unacceptable materials at job site and coordinated proper disposal.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Loaded both raw materials and finished components to support manufacturing and production processes.
- Performed minor service on equipment and referred complicated mechanical issues to appropriate personnel.
- Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
Aluminum Installer
Gulf Western
Bonita Springs, FL
07.2020 - 04.2021
- Assessed job sites to determine scope of work and identify any potential safety hazards.
- Measured and cut aluminum materials according to specifications.
- Installed pre-fabricated aluminum frames, windows, doors, siding, and other components.
- Sealed gaps between aluminum parts with caulking or weatherstripping material.
- Verified accuracy of measurements and alignment of structures prior to installation.
- Repaired existing aluminum structures by replacing broken sections or components.
- Installed flashing around edges of roofing systems for waterproofing purposes.
- Conducted routine maintenance on tools and equipment used in the installation process.
- Inspected completed jobs for quality assurance purposes.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials from delivery vehicles onto job site locations.
- Cleaned up debris from job sites after completion of projects.
HVAC Technician Helper-as Needed
Absolute Air Solutions
North Port, FL
05.2019 - 05.2020
- Assisted in rebuilding chill water pumps.
- Assisted in changing out fan coil units at Lee Memorial Hospital.
- Assisted in AC unit change outs.
- Perform maintenance PM's.
Sales Associate
Mary Lou's Western Wear
North Ft. Myers, FL
11.2019 - 04.2020
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Lifted and loaded 50 plus pounds of feed and hay.
Education
High School Diploma -
Riverdale High School
Fort Myers, FL05-2019
Skills
- Interpreting maps and instructions
- Front end loader, dump truck, dozer, excavator, skid steer, grader operations
- Pre-operational equipment inspections
- Maintenance procedures
- Excavation
- Project estimation and bidding
- Rock removal
- Residential construction
- Machinery inspection
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Equipment inspection
- Inclement working conditions
- [Equipment] operation
- Ditch digging
- Safety regulation compliance
- Hydraulic systems
- Loader controls
- Loading and unloading
- Maintenance duties
- Ground disturbance issues
- Loader operation
- Commercial construction experience
- Repair and maintenance
- Construction management
- Heavy lifting
- Material handling equipment
- Debris removal
- Team leadership
- Preventive Maintenance
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Track clearing
- Safety procedures
- Pre and Post-trip inspections
- Team coordination
- Heavy equipment operation
- Equipment handling
- Safety policies and procedures
- Compactor operation
- Site bulldozing
- Good judgement
- Effective communication skills
- Ground disturbance oversight
- Base stabilization
- Equipment logs
- Safe equipment operation
- OSHA 10 certification
- Materials movement
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Valid Driver's license
- Daily vehicle assessments
- Heavy equipment operator
- Roadway grading
- Construction background
- Decision-making
- Site prep
- Hazardous materials handling
- Project management
- Communicating job status
- Air compressor use
- Parts lubrication
- Following directions
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Mitchelle and Stark
01.2024 - 10.2024
Heavy Equipment Operator/Foreman
Capling Leveling
05.2021 - 12.2023
Aluminum Installer
Gulf Western
07.2020 - 04.2021
Sales Associate
Mary Lou's Western Wear
11.2019 - 04.2020
HVAC Technician Helper-as Needed
Absolute Air Solutions
05.2019 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Riverdale High School
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