Richard Bunderson
Soda Springs,ID
Summary
Qualified Heavy Equipment Operator with clean record and dedication to teamwork. Experienced with range of powered equipment and various types of construction projects. Expertise includes regular upkeep and preventive maintenance.
Overview
1
1
year of post-secondary education
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Equipment Operator
Turner Mining Group
Soda Springs, Idaho
03.2026 - 08.2026
- Operated haul trucks at Turner Mining Group mining sites.
- Inspected equipment before shifts for safety and mechanical issues.
- Loaded overburden using excavators, loaders, and dozers.
- Moved material across pit roads and stockpiles.
- Followed mine safety rules and radio communication procedures.
- Performed basic maintenance and reported equipment defects.
- Assisted crew with site preparation and haul road upkeep.
- Coordinated with supervisors on daily mining tasks.
Heavy Equipment Operator
N.A Degerstrom
Soda Springs, ID
02.2017 - 12.2024
- Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Kept records of material or equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Turned valves to control air or water output of compressors or pumps.
- Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation or rocks.
- Operated excavators and dozers for N.A. Degerstrom earthwork and grading projects
Manager
coopers
Montpelier, ID
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Trained kitchen staff in safely operating and handling equipment, machinery and utensils.
- Controlled food costs by adhering to purchasing specifications, product storage requirements and recipe standards.
- Prepared recipes, menu cycles and portion sizes within restaurant budgets.
- Helped out in various capacities on line when restaurant was extremely busy or when employees were absent.
- Educated culinary staff on all current safety and food regulations to keep kitchen compliant.
- Ordered food supplies every week to restock inventory, remaining aware of budgets.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
Bobcat Operator\sawer
US Forest Service
Montpelier, ID
02.2014 - 11.2014
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Followed safe practices to mix and apply chemicals.
- Followed maps and GPS systems to promptly complete tasks.
12N Heavy Equipment Operator
US Army Corps of Engineers
Fort Irwin, CA
10.2010 - 10.2013
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
Education
Certified Gunsmith - Gunsmithing
SDI
10.2023 - 10.2024
High School Diploma -
Clover Creek Highschool
Montpelier, ID05-2010
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Maintenance Procedures
- Pre and Post-Trip Inspections
- Heavy Lifting
- Good Judgement
- Problem Solving
- Safety Monitoring
- Land Clearing
- Attention to Detail
- Accident Prevention
Timeline
Senior Equipment Operator
Turner Mining Group
03.2026 - 08.2026
Certified Gunsmith - Gunsmithing
SDI
10.2023 - 10.2024
Heavy Equipment Operator
N.A Degerstrom
02.2017 - 12.2024
Manager
coopers
01.2015 - 01.2017
Bobcat Operator\sawer
US Forest Service
02.2014 - 11.2014
12N Heavy Equipment Operator
US Army Corps of Engineers
10.2010 - 10.2013
High School Diploma -
Clover Creek Highschool