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Darren Abbott

Aurora ,Colorado

Summary

Motivated employee learns quickly in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Consistently adheres to safety standards. Maintains open availability and flexibility to work various shifts. Experienced Manufacturing professional skilled in operating grinders, lathes and various CNC machines in fast-paced production and maintenance environments. Dependable and reliable with expertise in monitoring telemetry, changing out tooling and loading materials. Punctual Manual Lathe Machinist offering Number years of Industry expertise. Determined self-motivator skilled in monitoring completed work to verify quality and accuracy. Proven history or reliability, punctuality and attention to detail.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Equipment Operator

WW Clyde
8 2023 - Current

Operate front end loader, skid steer, excavator, and various other pieces of equipment for road construction, semi truck and haul truck loading, and finish grade work

  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
  • Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, cranes and other and coordinated supplies to promote efficiency.
  • Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
  • Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
  • Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
  • Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
  • Operated compactors to compact soil, asphalt and other materials.
  • Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
  • Adjusted soil levels and grade land for construction projects.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions
  • Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record

CNC Machine Operator

Sander And Sons
12 2017 - 7 2023
  • Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
  • Inspected finished parts by checking for defects to meet quality standards.
  • Monitored machines during operation to make adjustments when necessary and produce quality parts.
  • Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.
  • Learned and followed safety procedures to keep machines operated safely and prevent accidents.
  • Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines
  • Monitored machines during operation to make adjustments when necessary and produce quality parts
  • Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan

Equipment Operator

Waste Managment
08.2021 - 10.2021
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
  • Enforced compliance with safety standards and regulations related to proper PPE, hand signals and equipment movements.
  • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
  • Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.

CNC Machine Operator

Sander And Sons
12.2017 - 08.2021
  • Properly loaded and unloaded materials in and out of machines.
  • Inspected finished parts by checking for defects to meet quality standards.
  • Monitored machines during operation to make adjustments when necessary and produce quality parts.
  • Performed daily cleaning to keep machines in good working condition and prolong equipment lifespan.

Equipment Operator

City Of Littleton, Colorado - Government
10.2015 - 12.2017
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
  • Enforced compliance with safety standards and regulations related to proper PPE, hand signals and equipment movements.
  • Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
  • Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
  • Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
  • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
  • Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
  • Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
  • Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
  • Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
  • Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
  • Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
  • Checked equipment performance and made necessary repairs.
  • Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
  • Provided technical assistance to other workers on job site.
  • Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
  • Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.

Asphalt Crew Lead

TerraCare
09.2014 - 10.2015
  • Discussed daily work requirements with crew and assigned skills-based tasks to enable completion of work.
  • Communicated effectively with upper management, team members, and customers to keep everyone informed.
  • Instructed crew members in safe work practices and methods to reduce work-related injuries.
  • Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
  • Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
  • Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.

Loader Operator

Pioneer Sand And Gravel
12.2013 - 07.2014
  • Performed routine lubricating, fueling and cleaning loaders.
  • Safely operated [Type] and [Type] heavy equipment to minimize risk of injury, loss and property damage.
  • Properly operated loader by starting engine, shifting gears and pressing pedals and levers.
  • Lowered and tilted buckets and drove front-end loaders forward to force buckets into bulk material.

Equipment Operator

City Of Aurora Street Division
07.2007 - 10.2013
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.

Education

Smoky Hill High School
Aurora, CO
1990

Skills

  • Work Area Oversight
  • Calibration
  • Customized Tools
  • Non-Conformance Assessments
  • Issue Reporting
  • Machine Setup and Calibration


  • CNC Milling Machines

  • Providing Feedback
  • Quality Control
  • Parts and Materials Inspection
  • Lathe Machine Operation


  • Lockout and Tagout Processes

  • Maintain Quality
  • Machine and Tool Maintenance
  • Heavy Machinery Operation
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Proper Equipment Operation

Timeline

Equipment Operator

Waste Managment
08.2021 - 10.2021

CNC Machine Operator

Sander And Sons
12.2017 - 08.2021

Equipment Operator

City Of Littleton, Colorado - Government
10.2015 - 12.2017

Asphalt Crew Lead

TerraCare
09.2014 - 10.2015

Loader Operator

Pioneer Sand And Gravel
12.2013 - 07.2014

Equipment Operator

City Of Aurora Street Division
07.2007 - 10.2013

Equipment Operator

WW Clyde
8 2023 - Current

CNC Machine Operator

Sander And Sons
12 2017 - 7 2023

Smoky Hill High School
Darren Abbott