COLTON TOMS
Summary
Dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator and General Contractor with a strong focus on safety and efficiency in construction and excavation. Expertise in operating various heavy equipment and performing essential maintenance. Recognized for reliable teamwork and proactive problem-solving, consistently contributing to timely and high-quality project completions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operator / General Contractor
Wilson Construction & Excavating
Hillsboro
01.2019 - Current
- Operate heavy equipment including excavators, skid steers, backhoes, hydrovacs, compaction rollers, telehandlers, forklifts, loaders, manlifts, and scissor lifts.
- Perform basic maintenance and inspections on vehicles and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
- Assess job site conditions and determine the most effective methods to complete projects safely and efficiently.
- Follow company safety policies and OSHA standards at all times.
- Collaborate with team members to complete projects on time and within specifications.
- Consistently completed projects efficiently while maintaining high safety and quality standards.
- Identified an ineffective work process and implemented a better solution, getting the project back on schedule and improving overall productivity.
Operator / Laborer
RailWorks
Chicago
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Performed railroad track maintenance and repair.
- Operated backhoes and other heavy equipment in support of rail construction projects.
- Assisted crews in maintaining safe and efficient work environments.
- Followed strict safety procedures while working on active rail sites.
Laborer
Balfour Beatty Rail
Indianapolis
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Contributed to the timely completion of rail infrastructure projects.
- Assisted with railroad track maintenance and construction activities.
- Performed general labor duties in support of rail crews.
- Maintained a safe work environment and followed all company safety standards.
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Excavators
- Skid Steers
- Backhoes
- Loaders
- Forklifts
- Telehandlers
- Manlifts
- Scissor Lifts
- Compaction Rollers
- Hydrovacs
- Railroad Track Maintenance
- Basic Equipment Maintenance
- Basic Computer Skills
- Safety Procedures
- Problem Solving
- Teamwork
Education
- Covington High School
- High School Diploma
- Graduated: 2014
Certification
- OSHA 10-Hour Certification
- Telehandler Operator Course
- Counter Balance Forklift Certification
- MEWP ANSI Type 3 Group A & B Certification
Timeline
Operator / General Contractor
Wilson Construction & Excavating
01.2019 - Current
Operator / Laborer
RailWorks
01.2017 - 01.2019
Laborer
Balfour Beatty Rail
01.2015 - 01.2017