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Chad Russell

Elma,WA

Summary

Business professional prepared for this role, bringing wealth of experience in strategic planning and operational management. Delivered impactful results through effective leadership and resource optimization. Focused on fostering team collaboration and achieving exceptional outcomes with adaptability and reliability. Skilled in financial management, strategic growth, and customer relations.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Russell Contracting
11.2017 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Served as the main point of contact for all client communications, ensuring prompt response times
  • Worked onsite
  • Site prep using Heavy Equipment
  • Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
  • Increased project accuracy by thoroughly reviewing proposals, blueprints, and specifications.
  • Supervised 4 employees and scheduled shifts.
  • Managed inventories of spare parts and tools to ensure the availability of necessary resources for timely repairs.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Miles Resources
08.2011 - 10.2016
  • Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Operated excavators, bulldozers and Loaders to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
  • Assisted team in setting up and dismantling equipment and tools to use for construction.
  • Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Reduced equipment downtime, performing routine maintenance and minor repairs.
  • Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
  • Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
  • Employed bulldozers, loaders and backhoes for construction projects.
  • Contributed to enhanced team morale, sharing knowledge on equipment handling with newer operators.
  • Optimized material movement on site, expertly maneuvering wheel loaders for efficient distribution.
  • Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
  • Checked equipment performance and made necessary repairs.
  • Demonstrated commitment to safety by consistently wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and following all established protocols.
  • Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
  • Assisted in training new hires on proper operation techniques and safety procedures for various pieces of heavy equipment.
  • Reduced downtime through proactive diagnosis and troubleshooting of mechanical issues on heavy equipment.
  • Facilitated smoother project workflows by coordinating with other operators and ground personnel.
  • Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.

Education

Welding Technology

Grays Harbor Community College
Aberdeen

High School Diploma -

Aberdeen High School
Aberdeen, WA
01-1994

Skills

  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Customer relations
  • Client service
  • Project management
  • Operations management
  • Problem-solving
  • Site safety
  • Time management

Timeline

Owner

Russell Contracting
11.2017 - Current

Heavy Equipment Operator

Miles Resources
08.2011 - 10.2016

Welding Technology

Grays Harbor Community College

High School Diploma -

Aberdeen High School