Dalton Waldron
Mount Pleasant,MI
Summary
Accomplished Heavy Equipment Operator with a proven track record at Brad Malley Well Drilling, enhancing project efficiency by leveraging expertise in heavy machinery operation and team leadership. Skilled in maintaining safety compliance and vehicle inspection, I significantly increased on-time deliveries. Demonstrates exceptional mentoring abilities and a commitment to operational excellence.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
OTR Truck Driver
Northern Logistics
Clare, MI
06.2023 - 09.2024
- Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating electronic logs and submitting required paperwork in a timely manner.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Reported vehicle and roadside issues in accordance with company policies to maintain route transparency.
- Increased on-time deliveries by planning efficient routes and maintaining regular communication with dispatch teams.
- Safely navigated challenging weather conditions, utilizing defensive driving techniques to ensure timely delivery without compromising safety.
- Communicated with company dispatchers to alert of any issues or delays.
Laborer Operator
Central Asphalt Paving
Mount Pleasant, MI
04.2020 - 10.2023
- Assisted in the successful completion of various construction projects, contributing to a safe and productive work environment.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills by overseeing daily operations, making critical decisions, and providing guidance when needed.
- Supervised setup and teardown of asphalt equipment and materials at job sites and led team in cleanup.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Brad Malley Well Drilling
Mount Pleasant, MI
11.2022 - 06.2023
- 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.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Assisted in training new hires on proper operation techniques and safety procedures for various pieces of heavy equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex projects, utilizing strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
Skills
- Clean Driving Record
- Safety Compliance
- Vehicle maintenance and inspection
- Training and mentoring
- Valid Driver's License
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Safe Equipment Operation
- Loader Operation
- Construction background
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Bulldozer Operation
- Front end loader operations
- Off-Road Vehicle Operation
- Heavy Lifting
- Following Directions
- Heavy Haul Trucking
- Moving and Leveling Dirt
- Machinery inspection
- Bulldozer Maneuvering
- Debris Removal
- Team Leadership
Timeline
OTR Truck Driver
Northern Logistics
06.2023 - 09.2024
Heavy Equipment Operator
Brad Malley Well Drilling
11.2022 - 06.2023
Laborer Operator
Central Asphalt Paving
04.2020 - 10.2023