Cody Carpenter
Fennville ,MI
Summary
Dynamic heavy equipment operator with extensive experience at the City of the Village of Douglas. Proven expertise in equipment inspections and preventive maintenance, ensuring optimal performance. Strong teamwork and communication skills foster collaboration on complex projects. Recognized for maintaining safety standards and effectively training new operators, contributing to enhanced operational efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Douglas DPW Equipment Operator
City of the Village of Douglas
Douglas, MI
02.2019 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and city regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to enhance operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to execute community projects, maintaining high-quality standards.
- Assisted in the training of new operators on equipment handling and safety procedures.
- Monitored worksite conditions, identifying hazards and implementing corrective measures promptly.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Assisted in training new operators, providing guidance on proper equipment usage and safety procedures.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Operated specialized attachments to complete tasks efficiently, such as using a hydraulic breaker for rock excavation projects.
- Facilitated seamless communication among team members, leading to improved collaboration during complex projects involving multiple pieces of heavy machinery.
- Supported site supervisors by providing timely feedback on machine performance, identifying areas for improvement or repair needs.
- Played key role in emergency response situations, operating equipment under pressure to mitigate impacts.
- Operated variety of heavy equipment to prepare sites for construction, contributing to project efficiency.
Road Construction Laborer
Dan Hoe Excavating
09.2015 - 11.2019
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation and grading tasks to support road construction projects.
- Assisted in site preparation, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Collaborated with crew members to efficiently complete tasks within established timelines.
- Maintained tools and equipment, performing routine inspections to enhance operational efficiency.
- Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
- Removed snow, ice and debris from roadways after storms to clear major transportation routes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fennville Public Schools
Fennville, MISkills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Worksite safety
- Skid steer operation
- Equipment inspections
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Decision-making
- Attention to detail
- Preventive Maintenance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Safety monitoring
- Task delegation
- CDL license
- Mechanical maintenance
- Team communication
- Equipment cleaning
Timeline
Douglas DPW Equipment Operator
City of the Village of Douglas
02.2019 - Current
Road Construction Laborer
Dan Hoe Excavating
09.2015 - 11.2019
High School Diploma -
Fennville Public Schools