CHRISTOPHER COLEMAN
Western Sugar Co-Op
Fort Morgan,United States
2
Languages
18
years of professional experience
Hardworking Equipment Operator inspects and maintains equipment for reliable performance and safety. Follows work orders to meet job objectives. Highly skilled in numerous areas of machinery, hand/power tools, and a reliable nature and strong background in construction. Maintain site safety and protect team members by carefully observing conditions and removing hazards. Work well in fast-paced environments. Dependable and on-time employee seeking opportunity to expand skills and contribute to company success. Considered hardworking, ethical and detail-oriented. Dedicated professional with demonstrated strengths in customer service, time management and trend tracking. Good at troubleshooting problems and building successful solutions. Excellent verbal and written communicator with strong background cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals. Capable and experienced working in challenging environments. Excited about opportunity to take next career step with a company that I can stay for many years and work my way up in.
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator/ Boiler House Operator
4 Years 1 Month- Demonstrated sound judgment and initiative while working without supervision.
- Used hand-operated and powered machinery.
- Secured equipment to prevent damage or injury.
- Inspected equipment for faults, breakages and repair needs before scheduling maintenance activities.
- Greased and lubricated machinery to prevent equipment breakdowns.
- Operated trucks and equipment with care and safety.
- Employed heavy-duty trucks, hydraulic lifts and transit-grade systems to tackle assigned tasks.
- Operated skid steers, grade-alls, fork lifts, bulldozers, track mobile, and loaders all with certifications and proper training
- Communicated and planned heavy machinery operations to avoid safety hazards during work.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks using appropriate machinery like wheel loaders or forklifts.
- Piled materials neatly at designated locations to maintain organization on job sites.
- Operated various types of heavy equipment, including bulldozers, excavators, and loaders.
- Inspected machines daily for potential issues, such as leaks or worn parts, before starting work.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment to ensure proper functionality and safety.
- Trained new employees in safe operation of heavy equipment and proper job site procedures.
- Completed necessary paperwork related to equipment usage, maintenance records, and time accruals
- Drove and maneuvered equipment within confined spaces to deliver supplies to and from sites.
- Acquired equipment operation skills to support site needs through formal and apprenticeship training.
- Loaded semi trailers with wet and dry sugar beet pulp with necessary weights according to legal transportation requirements
Warehouse Forklift Operator
2 Years 3 Months- Selected orders from itemized slot picking tickets to load forklifts with specified products.
- Lifted up to 50 pounds regularly using manual handling practices.
- Carried out cycle counts and organized yard to support inventory management.
- Helped team receive, store and distribute materials.
- Checked correct quantities of incoming and outgoing products.
- Complied with warehouse management practices using hand-held scanners.
- Moved supplies and products into position to support fast-paced production work.
- Followed company safety requirements and OSHA regulations to minimize hazards.
- Inspected equipment daily to locate maintenance needs.
- Operated forklift to transport materials within warehouse and production areas.
- Maintained clean and organized work area, adhering to safety protocols at all times.
- Adhered to OSHA regulations when operating forklifts and other heavy machinery.
- Completed necessary paperwork for shipping documentation, inventory control, and equipment maintenance records.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, ensuring proper placement of products and materials.
- Participated in ongoing training programs designed to improve knowledge of industry best practices.
- Secured pallets using shrink wrap or straps to prevent damage during transportation.
- Loaded and unloaded high volume of trucks daily in busy warehouse environment.
Construction Heavy Labor and Equipment operator
2 Years 8 Months- Operated heavy equipment to move materials, dig and backfill trenches and complete construction tasks.
- Learned work from ground up, shadowing construction personnel to gain experience and contribute to project success.
- Kept personal appearance and vehicles clean.
- Completed tasks in fast-paced environments with multiple trades on site.
- Directed traffic at construction sites to ensure safe passage of pedestrians and vehicles.
- Maintained awareness of ongoing construction activities to prevent potential hazards for passing motorists.
- Set up traffic cones, signs, and barricades to establish safe work zone.
- Demonstrated sound judgment and initiative while working without supervision.
- Interacted with customers to build friendly, professional rapport.
- Operated equipment properly, adhering to safety protocols and procedures.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, preparing and moving project materials.
- Followed project directions from foreman, superintendent and assistant superintendent.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials from trucks.
- Assisted skilled workers such as carpenters, plumbers, and electricians with their tasks.
- Transported heavy materials using wheelbarrows or dollies.
- Operated various hand tools and power equipment.
- Supported crew by learning and completing different tasks.
- Installed fencing, barricades, and safety cones around work sites.
- Removed dirt and waste material and hosed surfaces.
- Operated heavy equipment to dig and backfill excavations or compact earth.
- Utilized appropriate personal protective equipment PPE at all times during operation.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Lifted raw materials, finished products and packed items by hand or with hoists.
- Set up, calibrated and adjusted production equipment to desired speed and material flow.
Traffic Control Supervisor and Asphalt Paving Foreman
8 Years 4 Months- Fulfilled production schedules by adjusting workforce size, team operations, and project deliverables.
- Identified, measured and marked site locations using measuring and marking equipment.
- Helped workers complete tasks with hands-on assistance at job locations.
- Onboarded and trained workers on equipment operation and tool use.
- Checked and verified tool and machinery functionality before shift end.
- Moved items and manipulated objects using equipment and hand tools.
- Cultivated teamwork, resolving worker conflicts and disputes.
- Maintained code compliance with strict conformance to quality standards.
- Utilized hand tools such as rakes, shovels, brooms, trowels, or compactors for various aspects of asphalt installation.
- Inspected work sites to identify potential hazards and ensure safety precautions were in place.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials from trucks, ensuring proper handling and storage.
- Operated heavy machinery, including pavers and rollers, for asphalt installation.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on job sites such as sweeping, shoveling snow, or picking up litter.
- Monitored temperature of hot-mix asphalt to ensure optimal application conditions were met.
- Shoveled excess asphalt material into wheelbarrows for removal or recycling purposes.
- Set up traffic control devices such as cones, barriers, and signs to redirect vehicles around work zones.
- Maintained equipment by performing regular cleaning, oiling, and minor repairs as needed.
- Filled in for multiple positions, including operating oil distributors, shoveling blacktop and controlling paving machines.
- Protected work and team members by controlling traffic around work sites.
- Kept equipment working with regular cleaning, maintenance and repairs.
- Made frequent stops to perform deliveries or pick-ups.
- Conducted pre-and post-trip inspections to ensure proper functioning of vehicle's equipment.
- Checked vehicle for any mechanical issues before starting shift.
- Ordered necessary supplies such as reflective vests, hardhats, gloves, etc., ensuring well-stocked inventory.
- Evaluated job site conditions to determine appropriate signage, barriers, and lane closures.
- Attended industry conferences and workshops to stay current on best practices in traffic management.
- Implemented emergency response plans in case of accidents or other unexpected situations.
- Deliver traffic information to public, including road conditions, street closures and construction project locations.
Education
None
Diploma
Skills
Valid Driver's License
Preventive Maintenance
Safety
Heavy Lifting
Construction Equipment Operation
Decision-Making
Good Judgement
Teamwork and Collaboration
Safe Equipment Operation
Following Directions
Team Communication
Critical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Safety Regulation Compliance
Loader Operation
Skid Steer Proficiency
Inclement Working Conditions
Material Handling Equipment
LANGUAGE
Spanish - Conversational
English - Native
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator/ Boiler House Operator
Western Sugar Co-Op
07.2022 - CurrentRead More
Warehouse Forklift Operator
West Rock
03.2020 - 06.2022Read More
Construction Heavy Labor and Equipment operator
Labor Max Staffing
01.2018 - 09.2020Read More
Traffic Control Supervisor and Asphalt Paving Foreman
Q3 Contracting
04.2008 - 08.2016Read More
New Mexico Military Institute
Diploma
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University of New Mexico
None
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