David Huffman
Abilene,TX
Summary
Versatile Equipment Operator with extensive experience at A K Contracting, demonstrating advanced heavy machinery operation and a commitment to safety compliance. Excelled in project management and team collaboration, ensuring project completion with precision. Proven ability in equipment repair and maintenance, enhancing operational efficiency by over 30%.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
A K Contracting
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
Equipment Operator
Epic Construction
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
Plumber
T & T Plumbing
05.2012 - 12.2022
- Repaired plumbing systems, components, and equipment.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Installed new piping systems in various types of buildings following local building codes and regulations.
- Performed regular maintenance on plumbing systems to prevent costly future repairs for customers.
- Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
- Consistently met deadlines while maintaining high-quality craftsmanship throughout all stages of plumbing installations, repairs, or maintenance tasks.
- Selected type and size of piping required for each project.
- Resolved emergency plumbing situations quickly and efficiently to minimize property damage for customers.
- Mentored junior plumbers, sharing industry expertise to improve overall team performance.
- Delivered high-quality workmanship, consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations on completed jobs.
- Upgraded outdated plumbing systems to modern standards enhancing functionality while increasing property value for clients.
- Independently worked on projects, while offering process coordination and cooperation with other teams.
- Complied with state plumbing codes throughout duration of each project.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing all client concerns and ensuring their satisfaction with completed work.
- Offered guidance and training to junior team members.
- Communicated with customers to provide recommendations on repairs, determine project estimation costs and define project completion dates.
- Inspected sewers and piping systems to assess quality and condition.
- Collaborated with other trade professionals such as electricians and HVAC technicians during multi-faceted construction projects to ensure seamless integration of services.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently diagnosing and repairing plumbing issues in residential and commercial properties.
Education
Secondary Education - History
Hardin Simmons University
Abilene, TX05.1995
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Worksite safety
- Skid steer operation
- Equipment inspections
- Equipment operations
- Safety compliance
- Loader operation
- Backhoe operation
- Land clearing
- General labor
- Following instructions
- Bulldozer operation
- Site preparation
- Proficient with equipment
- Daily reporting
- Hazardous materials
- Materials movement
- Construction management
- Residential construction
- Environmental compliance
- Project management
- Excavation techniques
- Regulatory compliance
- Road construction
- Soil compaction
- Equipment testing
- Asphalt spreading
- GPS navigation systems
- Grade checking
- Commercial construction experience
- Demolition procedures
- Project estimation and bidding
- Paving techniques
- Following project plans
- Site bulldozing
- Utility location
- Grading experience
- Critical thinking
- Hand and power tool operation
- OSHA compliance
- Decision-making
- Excavation and backfilling
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment cleaning
- Team communication
- Dependable and punctual
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Equipment transportation
- Analytical thinking
- Equipment Repair
- Maintenance documentation
- Mechanical maintenance
Timeline
Equipment Operator
A K Contracting
02.2024 - 02.2025
Equipment Operator
Epic Construction
01.2023 - 02.2024
Plumber
T & T Plumbing
05.2012 - 12.2022
Secondary Education - History
Hardin Simmons University
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