Darrell Ballard
Ponchatoula,LA
Summary
Accomplished Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience at Recon, skilled in operating excavators and bulldozers. Proven ability to enhance team efficiency and safety compliance while conducting maintenance checks. Strong leadership in training new operators, fostering a culture of safety and competence on job sites. NCCER certified in crane operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Recon
Cameron,la
06.2025 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery including excavators and bulldozers to complete site preparation tasks.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to ensure optimal equipment performance and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate job site activities and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety protocols, improving overall team competency.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Big 4
Roseland,la
01.2021 - 06.2023
Operate safely Forman of job keep all maintenance up .
Heavy Equipment Operator
Kevin’s Precision Leveling
Independence,La
06.2020 - 06.2021
- Operated heavy machinery including excavators and bulldozers to complete site preparation tasks.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Double M Specialty
Ponchatoula,La
06.2018 - 05.2020
- Operated heavy machinery including excavators and bulldozers to complete site preparation tasks.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Turner Industries
Baton Rouge La
05.2018 - 01.2019
- Operated heavy machinery including excavators and bulldozers to complete site preparation tasks.
Education
Ponchatoula High School
Ponchatoula, LASkills
Excavator
Dozers
Skidsteer
Haul trucks
Was ncccer certified on cranes
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Recon
06.2025 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Big 4
01.2021 - 06.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator
Kevin’s Precision Leveling
06.2020 - 06.2021
Heavy Equipment Operator
Double M Specialty
06.2018 - 05.2020
Heavy Equipment Operator
Turner Industries
05.2018 - 01.2019
Ponchatoula High School