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Douglas Ralston

Worcester,MA

Summary

Results-driven professional with extensive experience in highway maintenance and heavy equipment operation. Known for strong problem-solving abilities and effective team leadership, consistently ensuring safety and operational excellence on job sites. Dedicated professional with a strong background in vehicle maintenance and safety compliance. Recognized for effective communication and emergency response skills, contributing to safe and efficient highway maintenance operations.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Pipe Layer/Truck Driver

Town of Bellingham
Bellingham , MA
5/12/202 - Current
  • Installed new pipes and fittings to extend or repair existing mains.
  • Worked in close proximity to other workers while operating machinery safely and efficiently.
  • Observed potential hazards and obstructions to maximize safe working conditions.
  • Communicated effectively with co-workers and supervisors about progress of jobs being completed.
  • Performed daily vehicle inspections prior to operating machinery or vehicles on job sites.
  • Ensured proper use of personal protective equipment was followed at all times.
  • Repaired potholes, cracks, washouts, sinkholes, guardrails, signs, curbs and gutters.
  • Assisted with asphalt paving projects for roadways.
  • Responded to emergency highway maintenance situations such as floods or accidents.
  • Provided guidance regarding safe operation procedures for heavy equipment used in highway maintenance operations.
  • Installed new roadway markers such as traffic cones or lane dividers when necessary.
  • Removed snow from roads using plows or sanding trucks in winter months.
  • Maintained drainage systems by cleaning culverts and ditches as needed.
  • Supervised a team of lower-level staff members in the completion of highway maintenance tasks.

Truck Driver/ HEO

Dan Amorello services
Worcester , MA
10.2021 - 05.2024
  • Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as bulldozers, backhoes, front-end loaders, skid steers, and excavators.
  • Performed basic maintenance on machines such as lubricating parts or replacing filters.
  • Delivered equipment to different work sites.

OMC Laborer

Massachusetts water resource authority
Southborough, Massachusetts
10.2019 - 10.2021
  • Mowing grass,tree removals, brush clearing, snow and ice removal, and assisted other departments in various tasks.

Medium equipment operator

City of Framingham
Framingham, Massachusetts
09.1999 - 10.2019
  • Operated heavy equipment, including snow plows, graders, sweepers, and asphalt spreaders.
  • Cleared debris from roadsides to ensure safe passage for motorists.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed at all times while working on the job site.
  • Repaired traffic signs damaged by weather or accidents.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks, such as patching potholes and repairing guardrails.
  • Communicated with other workers regarding traffic flow patterns during construction activities.
  • Responded to emergency situations involving hazardous materials spills on roadways.
  • Loaded trucks with supplies needed for daily maintenance operations.
  • Inspected roadways and bridges for signs of deterioration or damage.
  • Assisted with roadway projects and highway repairs by controlling traffic patterns.
  • Cleared snow, ice and other debris from highways to maintain road safety.
  • Conducted drainage maintenance and repair to prevent flooding and water damage to road surfaces.
  • Engaged in continuous learning about new techniques and materials for highway maintenance.
  • Collaborated with engineers and planners on highway construction projects to provide maintenance insights.
  • Operated heavy machinery, including graders, loaders, and backhoes, for highway construction and maintenance tasks.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment.
  • Operated pneumatic tampers to repair joints and patch broken pavement with asphalt.
  • Hauled and spread sand, gravel and clay to fill washouts and repair road shoulders.

Education

GED -

Jamaica Plain High School
Jamaica Plain, MA

Skills

  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Safety compliance
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Emergency response
  • Problem resolution
  • Attention to detail
  • Positive working relationships
  • Team building

Certification

  • MARY'S supervisory class.
  • MWRA's learning maximize course.
  • EHAB electrical class along with MARY'S electrical hazards class.
  • Trench and confined space safety class, also MARY'S trench ans confined space course.
  • ATSSA road safety.
  • 10 hour OSHA.
  • 40 snow and ice classes.
  • Concrete class.
  • Still chainsaw and chops away classes.
  • Class A drivers license/w tankers endorsement.
  • 2A, 1B, 4E, 4G hoisting.
  • D1, T1 water license.

Timeline

Truck Driver/ HEO

Dan Amorello services
10.2021 - 05.2024

OMC Laborer

Massachusetts water resource authority
10.2019 - 10.2021

Medium equipment operator

City of Framingham
09.1999 - 10.2019

Pipe Layer/Truck Driver

Town of Bellingham
5/12/202 - Current

GED -

Jamaica Plain High School

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