Daniel Acton
Summary
Dependable Heavy Equipment Operator experienced in operating diverse machinery including backhoes, excavators, and dump trucks. Achieved high productivity and safety compliance through rigorous adherence to protocols and routine maintenance checks. Focused on fostering teamwork and collaboration to ensure timely project completion and operational efficiency.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
55
55
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Retired From Working
Waskom
07.1996 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery for various construction tasks and projects.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment for proper functioning.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials using heavy equipment.
- Communicated effectively with team members on project needs.
- Collaborated with supervisors to understand project requirements.
- Participated in training sessions for operating heavy machinery safely.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
- Assisted drivers, equipment operators, and other employees in grouping and sorting materials.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Identified, tagged, and notified drivers of prohibited items to secure safe environment.
- 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.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
- Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
- Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
- Turned valves to control air or water output of compressors or pumps.
- Tested atmosphere for adequate oxygen or explosive conditions while working in confined spaces.
- Operated farm machinery for planting and harvesting crops efficiently.
- Maintained irrigation systems to ensure proper water supply for crops.
- Assisted in soil preparation and fertilization to optimize growing conditions.
- Monitored crop health and reported issues to farm management promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily farming tasks effectively.
- Implemented pest control measures to protect crops from infestations.
- Conducted regular maintenance on equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Trained new workers on farm procedures and safety protocols diligently.
- Handled planting, irrigation, fertilization and pest control.
- Planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops such as corn, wheat, soybeans, and vegetables.
- Moving hay bales into storage areas using tractors or other farm equipment.
- Feeding animals such as horses, cattle, goats, sheep, chickens on a regular basis.
- Loading produce onto trucks for delivery to markets and stores.
- Tilling soil with tractors and other farm machinery to prepare for planting.
- Maintained and repaired farming equipment to provide consistent usability, prime operational condition, and alleviate downtime.
- Cleaning animal pens and barns regularly to ensure cleanliness and hygiene standards are met.
- Monitored crop growth and conditions to identify signs of disease or pests.
- Repaired buildings, fences, and other pertinent structures to keep animals properly contained.
- Applied fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides to maintain healthy crops.
- Sprayed crops with pesticides to control insects and other pests.
- Cared for livestock by regularly feeding and watering animals.
- Applied troubleshooting methods to repair malfunctioning equipment.
- Identified pests, weeds, and plants to select appropriate pesticides and fertilizers.
- Checking animal enclosures for any damages that need repair.
- Performing general maintenance tasks such as painting buildings, fixing tools.
- Adhering strictly to safety protocols while working with heavy machinery or hazardous chemicals on the farm.
- Operated pallet jacks, forklifts and farm boats.
- Swept and blew aisle ways and used pressure washer to maintain and clean barn.
- Checked feed and supply stock and notified manager of low inventory levels.
- Managing inventory levels of seedlings and supplies needed on the farm.
- Monitored animal health, identifying and reporting any signs of illness.
- Applied pesticides and herbicides under supervision, following safety and environmental guidelines.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on farm structures, such as fences and barns.
- Assisted in the management and disposal of farm waste, adhering to environmental regulations.
- Engaged in land clearing and field preparation activities for new planting seasons.
- Participated in the loading and unloading of harvested products and supplies.
- Prepared soil for planting, employing tillage, and fertilization techniques.
- Conducted daily inspections of farm equipment, identifying need for repairs or adjustments.
- Operated and maintained farm machinery and equipment, following safety protocols.
- Operated tractors and other farm equipment to plow fields, dig ditches and move trees.
- Harvested and inspected crops by hand for quality purposes.
- Loaded and unloaded feed, chemicals and equipment from trucks.
- Removed roots, rocks and debris from field in preparation for planting.
- Cut and split wood for cold weather heating purposes.
- Identified plants, pests, and weeds to determine selection and application of pesticides and fertilizers.
- Mulched and fertilized crops to improve yield.
Education
WK0016461 - #7600 Disaster Site Worker
Osha
02.2009 - 07.2026
DS0001948 - Disaster Site Worker Training Program
OSHA
04.2009 - 07.2026
24/003014722 - Construction Safety And Health
OSHA
08.2010 - 07.2026
Crane/ Heavy Equipment - Job Corps Apprenticeship
Iuoe
Chicago, Illinois. 07.1996 - 07.2000
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Excavation
- Loader operation
- Backhoe operation
- Crane operation
- Aerial lift operation
- Compactor operation
- Forklift operation certification
- Telescopic handler operation
- Hydraulic lifts
- Vibratory roller operation
- Demolition procedures
- Bridge building experience
- Concrete pouring and mixing
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Site bulldozing
- Grading techniques
- Fine grading techniques
- Soil compaction methods
- Soil stabilization methods
- Compaction control knowledge
- Dozer blade usage
- Scraper operation expertise
- Equipment inspection
- Pre-operational equipment inspections
- Pre and Post-trip inspections
- Safety protocols
- Safety compliance
- Safety procedures
- Nighttime construction safety protocols
- Inclement working conditions
- Equipment handling
- Parts lubrication
- Problem solving
- Materials movement
- Debris removal
- Material spreading techniques
- Technical troubleshooting
- Preventive maintenance
- Project management
- Inventory management
- Decision-making
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Activity logging
- Equipment logs
- OSHA 10 certification
- Environmental compliance awareness
- Equipment handling
- Nighttime construction safety protocols
- Safety regulation compliance
- Inclement working conditions
- Loader controls
- Heavy haul trucking
- Parts lubrication
- Hazardous materials handling
- Sandblasting operations
- Maintenance duties
- Material spreading techniques
- Excavator attachment usage
- OSHA 10 certification
- Environmental compliance awareness
Timeline
24/003014722 - Construction Safety And Health
OSHA
08.2010 - 07.2026
DS0001948 - Disaster Site Worker Training Program
OSHA
04.2009 - 07.2026
WK0016461 - #7600 Disaster Site Worker
Osha
02.2009 - 07.2026
Heavy Equipment Operator
Retired From Working
07.1996 - Current
Crane/ Heavy Equipment - Job Corps Apprenticeship
Iuoe
07.1996 - 07.2000