Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Timeline

Colin Kelley

Spokane,WA

Summary

Proficient Operator Foreman well-versed in operating a variety of heavy equipment along with the experience of using fusion equipment and maintaining team and site safety. Authoritative and direct leader with a quality-driven mindset. Ready to apply knowledge, work ethic and versatile abilities developed over three years in the Natural Gas Industry to challenging new role with room for advancement.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Equipment Operator

NPL
Spokane, WA
04.2022 - 11.2023
  • Maintained daily logs of machine operations and reported any mechanical or safety issues to supervisor.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with excavated material for transport to designated areas.
  • Transported material from one location to another using dump trucks and other vehicles.
  • Conducted pre-operation checklists on all assigned machines prior to use each day.
  • Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
  • Conducted regular inspections of work area for hazardous conditions that could impact safe operation of equipment.
  • Trained new employees in proper operation of heavy machinery according to company guidelines.
  • Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.

Operator Foreman

K.R. SWERDFEGER CONSTRUCTION. INC
Pueblo West, CO
03.2019 - 02.2022
  • Managed a natural gas new construction crew with as many as 4-8 team members working on each job.
  • Delegated tasks according to project requirements as well as unique team member training and skills.
  • Trained crew members on how to safely and efficiently operate fusing equipment.
  • Kept records of material or equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Drove tractor-trailer trucks to move equipment efficiently between job sites.
  • Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
  • Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.

Crew Lead

Blattner Energy
Laredo, TX
07.2018 - 12.2018
  • Monitored task completion to meet company standards for performance.
  • Managed multiple employees in various job tasks throughout phases of project completion.
  • Performed pre-installation procedures to attach cross-arms, insulators and auxiliary equipment to poles.
  • Trained new hires on job responsibilities, safety protocols, and company policy.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, hours worked, vacation time.
  • Operated bucket trucks to install or maintain high voltage power lines.
  • Followed OSHA regulations related to safety procedures at job sites.
  • Identified site hazards and utilized safety and protective equipment to comply with safety rules.

Parts Specialist

Adventure Motorsports Of Monroe
Monroe, WA
03.2015 - 02.2018
  • Assisted retail, wholesale and service customers with selecting optimal parts for different needs.
  • Supported service department by expertly pulling parts and updating records.
  • Maintained parts system with current order and sales data.
  • Coordinated restocks by working closely with parts manager to fill critical gaps.
  • Boosted sales by capitalizing on cross-selling and upselling opportunities.
  • Received and stocked incoming merchandise, arranging items in correct locations.
  • Answered inquiries, resolved problems and finalized parts sales at counter and by telephone.
  • Operated point of sales and parts lookup computer systems.
  • Developed strategic sales initiatives to pitch products and services.

Laborer

Lupton Excavation
Sacramento, CA
07.2012 - 11.2014
  • Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing waste from job site prior to shift completion.
  • Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
  • Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
  • Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
  • Read and understood specifications, drawings and blueprints to complete accurate, high-quality work.
  • Operated various power tools such as drills and saws safely while following manufacturer's instructions.
  • Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.

Education

GED -

Sacramento County Office of Education, Sacramento, CA
02.2015

Skills

  • Safe equipment operation
  • Project oversight
  • Background in plastic heat fusion and electrofusion
  • Blueprint and Schematics Interpretation
  • Safety Protocols
  • Maintenance Services
  • Experience operating complex machinery
  • Experience adjusting machine parts
  • Safety oversight
  • Job site management
  • Job planning
  • PPE use
  • Leadership
  • Work ethic
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Trained to use Locusview
  • Class A license

Additional Information

  • OSHA 10 Hour Certification
  • Heat Fusion Certification
  • Electrofusion Certification
  • Excavation & Trench Safety Certification
  • Operator Qualified for Natural Gas

Timeline

Equipment Operator - NPL
04.2022 - 11.2023
Operator Foreman - K.R. SWERDFEGER CONSTRUCTION. INC
03.2019 - 02.2022
Crew Lead - Blattner Energy
07.2018 - 12.2018
Parts Specialist - Adventure Motorsports Of Monroe
03.2015 - 02.2018
Laborer - Lupton Excavation
07.2012 - 11.2014
Sacramento County Office of Education - GED,
Colin Kelley