Colten Waldo
Glenville,MN
Summary
Accomplished Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience at Ulland Brothers, skilled in operating excavators and front end wheel loaders. Proven track record of enhancing productivity through effective communication and safety compliance. Adept at preventive maintenance and machinery inspection, ensuring optimal performance while fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Ulland Brothers
Albert Lea, MN
04.2017 - Current
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Increased productivity by operating heavy machinery such as backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators for various construction projects.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Played a key role in successful project completions by maintaining open lines of communication with supervisors and team members, ensuring timely adjustments to work strategies when needed.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.
Farm Hand
Attig Farms
Glenville, MN
04.2016 - 11.2016
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Enhanced worksite safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections
Salesperson
Cabelas
Rogers, AR
05.2015 - 02.2016
Education
NorthWest Arkansas Community College
Bentonville, AR2016
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Safe equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Skid steer proficiency
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Front end loader operations
- Safety compliance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Heavy lifting
- Following directions
- Machinery inspection
- Good judgement
- Repair and maintenance
- First aid training
- Effective communication skills
- Team leadership
- Inclement working conditions
- Heavy lifting proficiency
- Decision-making
- Safety procedures
- Parts lubrication
- Rock crushing techniques
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Ulland Brothers
04.2017 - Current
Farm Hand
Attig Farms
04.2016 - 11.2016
Salesperson
Cabelas
05.2015 - 02.2016
NorthWest Arkansas Community College