Devan Forbes
Box Elder,SD
Summary
Hardworking professional known for observing all safety protocols and procedures during shift. Committed to daily inspections of equipment and vehicles. Meets and exceeds productivity standards and quickly adapts to changes in work environment.
Responsible equipment operator with several years of hands-on experience operating heavy equipment in various sectors. Expert at smoothly handling tools to complete work. Sound knowledge of safety regulations and practices.
Skilled heavy equipment operator proficient in operating backhoes, excavators, dump trucks, off-road trucks and skip loaders. Dependable and hardworking team leader and collaborator with several years of construction industry experience. Works safely while supporting teams to meet deadlines.
Reliable equipment operator with several years of experience operating front end loaders, bulldozers and excavators. Efficiently loads and moves dirt, rocks, concrete, equipment and materials while taking action to avoid potential hazards and obstructions. Continuously monitors condition of equipment to remain operationally ready at all times and minimize downtime.
Talented Equipment Operator with experience in excavation, installations and equipment maintenance. Highly skilled at completing repairs and operating machinery in safely to complete projects according to schedule. Proactive with focus on staying organized and cleaning worksite debris daily.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
Dream construction
Rapid City, South Dakota
06.2024 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery to support construction projects efficiently.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine inspections and necessary repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe work practices on site.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for various construction tasks as needed.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards during operations consistently.
- Assisted in the setup and teardown of construction sites daily.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding equipment status and needs.
- Trained new operators on equipment handling and safety procedures efficiently.
- Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding status updates on jobsite activities.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with excavated material for transport to designated areas.
- Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
Truck Driver
ASK transportation
Williston, North Dakota
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Operated commercial trucks to transport goods across assigned routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and documentation for shipments.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding route changes and delays.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo safely, following company protocols.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations during transportation duties.
- Provided exceptional customer service during deliveries, addressing client inquiries.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize delivery schedules and routes.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
Equipment Operator
Lindexco
Rapid City, South Dakota
06.2020 - 01.2022
- Operated heavy machinery to support construction projects efficiently.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine inspections and necessary repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe work practices on site.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for various construction tasks as needed.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards during operations consistently.
- Assisted in the setup and teardown of construction sites daily.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding equipment status and needs.
- Trained new operators on equipment handling and safety procedures efficiently.
- Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding status updates on jobsite activities.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
Truck Driver
Sawtelle trucking
Sidney, MT
03.2019 - 04.2020
- Operated commercial trucks to transport goods across assigned routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and documentation for shipments.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding route changes and delays.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo safely, following company protocols.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations during transportation duties.
- Provided exceptional customer service during deliveries, addressing client inquiries.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize delivery schedules and routes.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
Truck Driver
Lunderby Trucking
Sidney, MT
07.2017 - 04.2019
- Operated commercial trucks to transport goods across assigned routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and documentation for shipments.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding route changes and delays.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo safely, following company protocols.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and regulations during transportation duties.
- Provided exceptional customer service during deliveries, addressing client inquiries.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize delivery schedules and routes.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
Equipment Operator
Site works construction
Rapid City, South Dakota
07.2016 - 09.2017
- Operated heavy machinery to support construction projects efficiently.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine inspections and necessary repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe work practices on site.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for various construction tasks as needed.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards during operations consistently.
- Assisted in the setup and teardown of construction sites daily.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding equipment status and needs.
- Trained new operators on equipment handling and safety procedures efficiently.
- Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers and cranes to move earth and materials.
- Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding status updates on jobsite activities.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
- Transported material from one location to another using dump trucks and other vehicles.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with excavated material for transport to designated areas.
- Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
Miscellaneous forman
Hadco Construction
Lehi, Utah
03.2014 - 07.2016
- Supervised daily operations on construction sites, ensuring safety compliance and efficiency.
- Coordinated material deliveries and inventory management for ongoing projects.
- Led a team of workers, delegating tasks and ensuring timely project completion.
- Conducted site inspections to maintain quality standards and adherence to plans.
- Assisted in training new employees on equipment use and safety protocols.
- Implemented best practices for waste reduction and resource management on site.
- Communicated with project managers regarding scheduling and workflow adjustments.
- Resolved conflicts among team members to maintain a positive work environment.
- Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
- Supervised activities of personnel assigned to various tasks during construction jobs.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
- Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
Operator/Laborer
Jones Excavating
West Jordan, Utah
04.2012 - 03.2014
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation projects across various job sites.
- Maintained equipment by performing routine inspections and preventative maintenance checks.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure site safety and compliance with regulations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials for efficient project execution.
- Executed trenching, grading, and backfilling tasks according to project specifications.
- Monitored site conditions to identify potential hazards and mitigate risks promptly.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety procedures effectively.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding project progress and any necessary adjustments.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Maintained production and quality documentation.
- Collaborated with coworkers to perform projects quickly and meet business goals.
- Inspected finished products to verify conformity to quality standards.
- Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Machinery maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Heavy lifting
- Preventative maintenance
- Route optimization
- Vehicle inspection
- Training new operators
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Grading experience
- Site bulldozing
- Backhoe operation
- Skid steer operation
- Hazardous materials
- Utility location
- Load securement
- General labor
- Residential construction
- Excavation techniques
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Dream construction
06.2024 - Current
Truck Driver
ASK transportation
01.2022 - 05.2024
Equipment Operator
Lindexco
06.2020 - 01.2022
Truck Driver
Sawtelle trucking
03.2019 - 04.2020
Truck Driver
Lunderby Trucking
07.2017 - 04.2019
Equipment Operator
Site works construction
07.2016 - 09.2017
Miscellaneous forman
Hadco Construction
03.2014 - 07.2016
Operator/Laborer
Jones Excavating
04.2012 - 03.2014