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Danny Hagerstrom
Heavy Equipment Operator
Dallesport,Washington
Work Preference
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Cascade Tower And Rigging, excelling in operations management and team leadership. Proven track record in optimizing workflow efficiency and enhancing safety standards. Skilled in strategic planning and relationship building, consistently achieving project goals while maintaining high-quality standards in heavy equipment operations.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Lyft Director
Cascade Tower And Rigging
- Assisted in training new employees on equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Lowered and tilted buckets and drove front-end loaders forward to force buckets into bulk material.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of work functions, optimizing overall project outcomes.
- Assisted in training new team members on proper loader operation procedures, ensuring consistent quality standards across the workforce.
- Maintained strict adherence to project timelines, skillfully managing loader operations as per schedule requirements.
- Optimized workflow efficiency through effective communication with supervisors and coworkers regarding daily tasks and objectives.
- Operated bulldozers, backhoes and loaders to excavate, move and load Type materials.
- Mitigated risk of accidents on-site by vigilantly observing surroundings during loader operation, promoting a safe work environment for all personnel involved in projects.
- Safely operated Type and Type heavy equipment to minimize risk of injury, loss and property damage.
- Proactively communicated with truck drivers to coordinate accurate material delivery destinations, ensuring timely completion of assigned projects.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Checked equipment performance and made necessary repairs.
- Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Used cranes and hoists to move large objects.
- Operated heavy-duty trucks to transport materials efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate delivery schedules effectively.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Lif Lyft Director/crane Riggert
Ness, Campbell Cranes
- Operated heavy machinery to load and transport materials efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during material handling.
- Supported project goals by consistently meeting or exceeding daily loading quotas while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Used tow hitch, scraper and stinger loader attachments to perform Type and Type tasks.
- Operated Type equipment to move different materials from shredder to loading area.
- Utilized GPS systems and other navigational tools for precise positioning of loader equipment, optimizing efficiency during project execution.
- Picked, received and loaded orders using forklift or pallet jack and inspected and maintained warehouse machines.
- Lifted and slid packages weighing up to Number pounds on conveyor belts to transport items.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Provided technical assistance to other workers on job site.
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
- Made necessary adjustments to machinery for optimum performance.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
- Loaded and unloaded materials, optimizing space and weight distribution.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven and materials transported.
- Reported vehicle maintenance issues proactively, ensuring operational readiness.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
- Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Facilitated loading and unloading processes by working closely with warehouse personnel, minimizing wait times at docks.
- Reduced fuel expenses through careful route planning and diligent monitoring of vehicle maintenance needs.
Rigor/forklift Operator
Operating Engineers Local 301
- Counted and received stock to process inventory receipts.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability by implementing waste reduction strategies during loading operations.
- Used Software to maintain database, recording daily activities and inventory charts.
- Secured rail cars to transport hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
Loader Operator Asphalt Plant Director
Munson Paving
- Employed bulldozers, loaders and backhoes for construction projects.
- Adjusted soil levels and grade land for construction projects.
- Read blueprints and understood technical drawings.
- Operated compactors to compact soil, asphalt and other materials.
Superintendent/loader Operator/Rigger/forklift Ope
Operating Engineers Local 301
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations during transportation routes.
- Assisted in training new drivers on safe driving practices and company policies.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
Loader Operator/hall, Truck Driver
Munsen Paving
06.2023 - 11.2025
- Operated heavy machinery for efficient loading and transportation of materials.
- Conducted pre-operation inspections to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow during material handling.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment at all times.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to management promptly.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on loaders, ensuring operational readiness.
- Implemented best practices for loading techniques, reducing material spillage and waste.
- Operated loaders in a variety of weather conditions and terrain types, demonstrating adaptability and resilience under challenging circumstances.
- Performed thorough pre-and post-operation equipment checks, ensuring optimal functionality and minimal downtime due to mechanical issues.
- Performed routine lubricating, fueling and cleaning loaders.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by expertly operating loaders and heavy equipment for timely material handling.
- Consistently maintained clean worksites through diligent removal of debris, contributing to improved safety conditions for fellow workers.
- Ensured site safety by conducting regular equipment inspections and maintenance tasks, reducing downtime incidents.
- Safely transported materials between designated locations, adhering to all safety protocols and guidelines set forth by management.
- Maximized productivity with efficient loading techniques, streamlining the transportation process at the job site.
- Skillfully maneuvered heavy machinery in tight spaces, demonstrating exceptional spatial awareness and adaptability to various job site conditions.
- Properly operated loader by starting engine, shifting gears and pressing pedals and levers.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when verifying inventory records against actual materials loaded onto trucks for transport purposes.
- Increased load accuracy by carefully monitoring weight distribution and adjusting processes accordingly during material handling activities.
- Reduced delays in transportation schedules through proactive identification of potential issues with loading procedures or equipment malfunctions.
- Inspected and examined stock items for defects and wear and reported damages to supervisors.
Education
Journeyman Carpenter - Carpentry
Carpers Union Local Party
Seattle Washington07.1994
High School Diploma -
Shoreline High School
Shoreline, WA06.1988
Skills
Relationship building
Strategic planning
Verbal and written communication
Decision-making
People management
Operations management
Team management
Strategies and goals
Budget management
Program management
Negotiation
Rules and regulations
Timeline
Loader Operator/hall, Truck Driver
Munsen Paving
06.2023 - 11.2025
Lyft Director
Cascade Tower And Rigging
Lif Lyft Director/crane Riggert
Ness, Campbell Cranes
Rigor/forklift Operator
Operating Engineers Local 301
Loader Operator Asphalt Plant Director
Munson Paving
Superintendent/loader Operator/Rigger/forklift Ope
Operating Engineers Local 301
Journeyman Carpenter - Carpentry
Carpers Union Local Party
High School Diploma -
Shoreline High School