Christopher Akins
Ellensburg
Summary
With a background at Belsaas & Smith, I excelled in operating a variety of heavy machinery and adapting to diverse construction challenges. My expertise in underground utility installation and strong problem-solving abilities have significantly contributed to project successes.
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. I have always takein pride in people arguing over who wants me on their job because i am known to adapt and overcome any situation very well.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator/ Foreman
Belsaas & Smith
08.2016 - Current
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skills.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Laid pipe, rake, shovel, shoot grade when needed to. Helped in building everything from large roads to small parking lots, from a small housing platt to large sections of CWU college and everything underground and inbetween. could fall in and easily adapt to any situation that needed help.
Heavy Equipment Operator/ Laborer
Scout Lake Construction
02.2016 - 08.2016
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex projects, utilizing strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
- Collaborated closely with site engineers and project managers to ensure accurate implementation of construction plans.
Pipe Layer
AERO Construction
08.2013 - 01.2016
- Assembled and installed underground pipe, fittings, and valves of various sizes.
- Used hand signals to direct equipment operators and alert to hazards.
- Enhanced workplace safety by consistently following standard operating procedures and wearing appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Handled all repairs for sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems.
Education
Diploma -
Snohomish High School
Snohomish, WA06.2004
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Safe equipment operation
- Construction background
- Earthmoving operations
- Heavy lifting
- Following directions
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Good judgement
- First aid training
- Debris removal
- Safety procedures
- Soil compaction methods
- Hazardous materials handling
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator/ Foreman
Belsaas & Smith
08.2016 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator/ Laborer
Scout Lake Construction
02.2016 - 08.2016
Pipe Layer
AERO Construction
08.2013 - 01.2016
Diploma -
Snohomish High School
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