Christopher Chandlee
Equipment Operator
Albany
Summary
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.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1997
1997
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Equipment Operator
ICON Construction and Development
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety by consistently wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and following all established protocols.
- Upheld company reputation for quality workmanship through precise execution of tasks according to blueprints and specifications.
- Supported environmental initiatives by adhering to best practices in erosion control, sediment management, and stormwater runoff prevention during operations.
- Collaborated closely with site engineers and project managers to ensure accurate implementation of construction plans.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex projects, utilizing strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Read blueprints and understood technical drawings.
Sewer Line Maintenance Technician
City Of Woodburn
08.2010 - 02.2024
- Supervise and trained four collection operator crew
- Plan and oversee upcoming maintenance and repair activities in sanitary and storm water collections systems
- Assist in development of city safety policies and procedures
- Adhered Oregon procurement requirements
- Provide support to Engineering to ensure proper design and installation of capital improvement projects
- Followed plans to locate existing utilities prior to digging and flagged locations for operators
- Accessed existing pipes, repaired issues and put in new components for Sanitary sewer, Storm water and Water distribution systems
- Completed minor preventative maintenance and mechanical repairs on equipment
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents to ensure smooth operations
- Delivered exceptional level of service to each customer by listening to concerns and answering questions
Maintenance Operator I
City Of Salem
08.2009 - 05.2010
- Preformed routine maintenance of sanitary collection system
- Assisted water department with excavations and repairs of distribution system
- Worked with Video inspection department removing debris and roots from lines to be inspected
- Assisted with chemical grouting and pipe lining
- Prepared daily activity logs to track water usage and footage cleaned
- Operated various combination of vacuum/ jet cleaning trucks
- Adhered to EPA and OSHA regulations
- Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
Pipe Layer
Excel Excavation Inc.
06.2001 - 05.2009
- Assembled and installed underground pipe, fittings and valves of various sizes
- Observed all safety measures and company equipment policies to prevent job site accidents
- Used hand signals to direct equipment operators and alert to hazards
- Read and understood drawings, written instructions and blueprints to plan work and layout pipe
- Used equipment such as rollers, dump trucks and front-end loaders to move important supplies
- Installed new hydrants, valves and lines to meet fire department needs and protect residents
- Graded or leveled trench bases using tamping machines or hand tools
- Checked slopes for conformance to requirements using levels or lasers
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle any team need
- Determined and marked locations of underground pipes and wires to plan optimal digging locations
- Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on any project requirement and keep teams on tight schedules
- Moved equipment between job locations using 10 yard dump truck and trailer
Education
High School Diploma -
Tigard High School
Tigard, ORNo Degree - Automotive Technology, Business
Portland Community College
Portland, ORSkills
Heavy equipment operation
Site preparation
Daily reporting
Worksite safety
Environmental compliance
Excellent communication
Professional customer service
Managing customer complaints
Problem-solving
Active listening
Adaptability and flexibility
Follow-up skills
Certification
Wastewater Collections Operator IV, Oregon DEQ
Affiliations
Pacific Northwest Clean Water Association, Board Member, west central operator section
Locations
- Albany, OR, 97322
- Salem, OR, 97317
Timeline
Equipment Operator
ICON Construction and Development
09.2024 - 12.2024
Sewer Line Maintenance Technician
City Of Woodburn
08.2010 - 02.2024
Maintenance Operator I
City Of Salem
08.2009 - 05.2010
Pipe Layer
Excel Excavation Inc.
06.2001 - 05.2009
No Degree - Automotive Technology, Business
Portland Community College
High School Diploma -
Tigard High School
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