Dean Coats
Parma,MI
Summary
Experienced heavy equipment operator with proven skills in operating and maintaining diverse machinery. Demonstrates strong adherence to safety protocols and precision in operations, resulting in efficient and high-quality outcomes. Recognized for adaptability in fast-paced environments and effective problem-solving abilities. Committed to achieving operational goals and enhancing team performance.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Hoffman Brothers
Battle Creek, Michigan
03.2015 - 10.2025
- Operated GPS finish dozer for precise grading and surface finishing.
- Executed loader operations for efficient material handling and transportation.
- Performed excavator tasks, including loading trucks, pulling slopes, and trenching.
- Maintained work roads using motor grader to ensure accessibility and safety.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Barrick Goldstrike Mines
Elko, Nevada
05.2000 - 11.2014
- Operated heavy machinery, enhancing efficiency in mining operations.
- Specialized in Cat D10 and D11 dozers for optimal performance.
- Demonstrated expertise in hydraulic shovels to increase productivity.
- Utilized graders, loaders, and excavators to ensure effective site management.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bellevue High School
Bellevue, MI06-1989
Skills
- Front end loader operations
- Decision-making
- Road construction
- GPS operation
- Trenching and earthmoving
- Dozer blade usage
- Grading techniques
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Safe equipment operation
Certification
United States Army Combat Engineer/Heavy Equipment Operator 1989-1998
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Hoffman Brothers
03.2015 - 10.2025
Heavy Equipment Operator
Barrick Goldstrike Mines
05.2000 - 11.2014
High School Diploma -
Bellevue High School