Christopher Marinez
Summary
Hardworking professional known for observing all safety protocols and procedures during shift. Committed to daily inspections of equipment and vehicles. Meets and exceeds productivity standards and quickly adapts to changes in work environment.
Responsible equipment operator with several years of hands-on experience operating heavy equipment in various sectors. Expert at smoothly handling tools to complete work. Sound knowledge of safety regulations and practices.
Safety-conscious professional proudly offering several years of experience working on job sites in all conditions. High performing employee known for following accurate operating procedures and conducting regular routine maintenance. Offering strong work ethic and great team collaboration talents.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment operator
Ames construction
Bagdad, Arizona
09.2024 - 10.2025
- 777 773 loader
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation and grading tasks on construction sites.
- Maintained equipment by conducting routine inspections and performing necessary repairs.
- Collaborated with crew members to ensure safe and efficient work practices.
- Loaded and unloaded materials using forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during equipment operation on-site.
- Assisted in site preparation by clearing obstacles and leveling surfaces.
- Trained new operators on safe operation of machinery and safety procedures.
- Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers and cranes to move earth and materials.
- Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
- Steered forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites.
- Transported material from one location to another using dump trucks and other vehicles.
- Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
- Operated machinery on job sites to reduce accidents or injury.
- Maintained daily logs of machine operations and reported any mechanical or safety issues to supervisor.
STRUCTURAL WELDER & DIAGNOSTIC MECHANICAL
WESTERN INDUSTRIAL
Morenci, Arizona
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Maintenance and service in the pump shop in tailings
- Service belts in morenci Mill
- Service pumps and flotation
- Fabricated steel components according to project specifications and blueprints.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with industry standards.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe work environment.
- Checked tools, equipment and safety gear for proper performance.
- Maintained clean and tidy work area.
- Operated cranes appropriately to hoist metal components into required areas.
- Inserted additional sealing, wiring and insulating materials based on job-specific requirements.
WELDER
ACI INDUSTRIAL
FLORENCE
01.2015 - 01.2017
- FABRICATION SHOP
Operation
Freeport McMoran
Morenci
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Maintained ball mill
- Diagnostic mechanic
- Belt operations
- Maintenance and clean up
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Bowen industrial
01.2006 - 01.2008
Labor / operator loader
Cisco Salvage
Morenci, Arizona
- Use the shear machine to cut metals
- Maintenance and service shovels and drills
- Operated machinery for efficient material processing and recycling.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to ensure safety compliance.
- Assisted in sorting and categorizing salvaged materials for proper disposal.
- Followed safety protocols during material handling and equipment operation.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
CERTIFIED WELDER
CACF COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Florence, Arizona
- Operated welding equipment to join metal components effectively.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for precise welding tasks.
- Conducted safety checks on tools and workspace to maintain a safe environment.
- Maintained welding equipment and performed routine repairs as needed.
- Demonstrated proper use of personal protective equipment during workshops.
- Executed various welding techniques, including MIG and TIG processes proficiently.
- Inspected welds for conformance to standards utilizing visual inspection techniques as well as x-ray or ultrasonic methods.
Heavy equipment operator trainer
Rango construction
Dragoon, Arizona
- Heavy equipment operator
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation and grading tasks on construction sites.
- Conducted regular inspections to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
- Maintained logs of daily operations and equipment usage for reporting purposes.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks to keep machinery in top working condition.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
Construction Foreman
PVB con
Silver
- Supervised daily operations on construction sites for efficiency and safety.
- Coordinated schedules and resources for multiple construction projects simultaneously.
- Conducted safety meetings to ensure compliance with regulations and protocols.
- Inspected work quality to maintain industry standards and specifications.
- Resolved conflicts among team members to maintain a productive work environment.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of workers engaged in all phases of construction projects.
Education
GED -
Florence
FlorenceSkills
- MIG WELDER
- STICK WELDER
- Operating equipment
- Triple sevens 773s articulated truck water truck loader backhoe forklift skid steer
- Service and maintenance belts
- Replace and service idlers
- Safety compliance
- Problem resolution
- Quality control
- Daily log management
- Material handling
- Time management
Languages
- ENGLISH
- SPANISH
Timeline
Equipment operator
Ames construction
09.2024 - 10.2025
STRUCTURAL WELDER & DIAGNOSTIC MECHANICAL
WESTERN INDUSTRIAL
08.2023 - 10.2024
WELDER
ACI INDUSTRIAL
01.2015 - 01.2017
Operation
Freeport McMoran
01.2007 - 01.2008
Bowen industrial
01.2006 - 01.2008
Labor / operator loader
Cisco Salvage
CERTIFIED WELDER
CACF COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Heavy equipment operator trainer
Rango construction
Construction Foreman
PVB con
GED -
Florence