Colton Woodgeard
Lancaster,OH
Summary
Accomplished motivated and dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator with the United States Army Reserve, skilled in safe machinery operation and team collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in earthmoving operations and preventive maintenance, ensuring project success through effective communication and adherence to safety protocols. Proven ability to adapt to changing conditions while maintaining high standards of performance.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator/ Horizontal Construction
United States Army Reserve
Ohio
06.2025 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery in compliance with safety protocols and regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment functionality and safety.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials using loaders and backhoes.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow efficiency on job sites.
- Followed operational guidelines for hazardous material handling and disposal.
- Adapted quickly to various job site demands while prioritizing safety measures.
- 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.
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- 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.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- 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.
Education
High School Diploma -
Berne Union
Sugar Grove Ohio Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Safe equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Clean driving record
- Front end loader operations
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Safety compliance
- Earthmoving operations
- Preventive Maintenance
- Heavy lifting
- Good judgement
- Machinery inspection
- Construction equipment operation
- Backhoe operation
- First aid training
- Safety procedures
- Team collaboration
- Road construction
Certification
Us Army, Certified heavy equipment operator
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator/ Horizontal Construction
United States Army Reserve
06.2025 - Current
High School Diploma -
Berne Union