Danny Collins
Washburn,TN
Summary
Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator with proven loader and skid steer proficiency. Committed to safe operations and efficient project execution, demonstrating a clean driving record and strong adaptability to evolving site demands.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Complete Construction Management
Morristown, TN
05.2025 - 04.2026
- Operated heavy machinery to complete excavation and grading tasks efficiently.
- Conducted daily safety inspections on equipment to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials, maintaining organization on site.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans effectively and meet deadlines.
- Adapted quickly to changing project needs and various machinery operations.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Meridian Waste Solutions
Knoxville, TN
05.2021 - 05.2025
- Followed guidelines for equipment maintenance, enhancing operational reliability.
- Supported experienced operators in complex tasks, gaining hands-on experience and skills.
- Implemented best practices for safe equipment operation, contributing to a safer work environment.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- 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.
Truck Driver
Patterson Brothers
Knoxville, TN
01.2015 - 05.2021
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, mileage, and fuel consumption for reporting purposes.
- Implemented best practices for cargo securing to prevent damage during transit.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maintained clean driving record, adhering strictly to traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
Education
Washburn High
Washburn, TNSkills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Safe equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Construction background
- Skid steer proficiency
- Clean driving record
- Bulldozer operation
- Front end loader operations
- Earthmoving operations
- Construction equipment operation
- Backhoe operation
- Materials movement
- Class A CDL
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Complete Construction Management
05.2025 - 04.2026
Heavy Equipment Operator
Meridian Waste Solutions
05.2021 - 05.2025
Truck Driver
Patterson Brothers
01.2015 - 05.2021
Washburn High