Dakota Metcalf
Austin
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Currently working at HOLT CAT as a Yard Operation Specialist, focusing on the operation and maintenance of heavy equipment, including the use of a 150 motor grader for yard grading. Skilled in construction processes, inventory management, and digital platforms, contributing to the seamless check-in and checkout of equipment. practical hands-on experience highlights a strong command of yard operations.
At HOLT CAT, collaborated with teams to streamline yard logistics, reducing turnaround times and supporting mechanics with machine-related tasks. Brings a solutions-driven approach to operations, combining technical expertise in heavy equipment with attention to detail in inventory processes. Committed to fostering safety and efficiency while contributing to organizational goals with a team-oriented mindset. I do not know how to use GPS but I always open to learning new skills
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2022
2022
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Yard operation
HOLT CAT Austin
Austin
01.2025 - Current
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Operated a 150 motor grader to grade and maintain yard conditions, ensuring optimal safety and efficiency.
- Managed the complex loading and unloading of heavy equipment, streamlining operations and reducing turnaround time.
- Organized yard operations by meticulously checking in and out equipment using multiple digital platforms, enhancing inventory accuracy.
- helping mechanics with various tasks involving machines
Heavy Duty Equipment Operator
Titan milling
Johnson City
12.2023 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with team members to execute excavation and grading projects efficiently.
- Assisted in training new operators on safety protocols and equipment handling procedures.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors to coordinate project timelines and objectives.
- Assisted in the installation of pipes, conduits and other structures by excavating trenches as required.
- Expedited project completion timelines by optimizing daily work schedules based on available resources and priorities.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by following detailed site plans and specifications.
- Maintained company reputation for excellence in service.
- Loaded and unloaded equipment from trucks in preparation for paving and milling.
- Performed daily maintenance and safety inspections on various machines, cleaning equipment to manage wear and tear.
- Ensured safety compliance at work sites through proper machine operation and hazard identification.
- Performed minor repairs on paving machines as needed, reducing delays caused by downtime for maintenance.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer Operator
Chippewa stone & oak
Johnson City
01.2020 - 12.2023
- Expertly utilized various heavy machinery daily.
- Performed thorough inspections and cleaning of equipment post-task.
- Operated machining equipment safely with a small team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy CAT
- machinery such as excavators, loaders, skid steers, rollers/nomadic, milling machines, and tandems.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work environments.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
Education
Johnson City High School
Johnson City, TXSkills
- Heavy equipment
- DBS software
- Mondaycom
- Maintenance inspections
- Grading
- Communication
- OSHA 30
- Excavator operations
- D5-D6
- CAT Equipment
- Skid steers
- 150 blade
- Track loader
- Wheel loader
- Pond installation
- Negotiation
- septic installation
- Labor
- Project bidding
- Bid process
- Land clearing
- Rock walls
- Lay-down machine
- John deer equipment
- Milling machine (iron wolf)
- Asphalt, chip’n seal, and paving
- Road base work
Timeline
Yard operation
HOLT CAT Austin
01.2025 - Current
Heavy Duty Equipment Operator
Titan milling
12.2023 - 01.2025
Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer Operator
Chippewa stone & oak
01.2020 - 12.2023
Johnson City High School