Eric Benson
Loveland,CO
Summary
Accomplished Lead Excavator Operator with extensive experience at Coal Creek Excavation, skilled in machine maintenance and safety compliance. Proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and minimizing risks through effective teamwork and problem-solving. Adept at interpreting blueprints and training new operators, ensuring high-quality project execution and workplace safety.
Overview
2023
2023
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Excavator Operator
Coal Creek Excavation
- Operated heavy excavating equipment to perform site preparation and excavation tasks efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on excavators to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to execute excavation plans, adhering to project specifications and timelines.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment functions, safety protocols, and best practices for operation.
- Implemented safety measures during operations to minimize risk and enhance workplace safety standards.
- Interpreted blueprints and project plans to accurately execute excavation tasks according to specifications.
- Monitored soil conditions and adjusted operational techniques to improve efficiency and effectiveness of work performed.
- Loaded and unloaded heavy objects, dirt and other materials on-site.
- Assisted in site preparation tasks, including clearing debris and vegetation, ensuring a safe work environment for all team members.
- Minimized risk of injury during operation through strict adherence to OSHA safety guidelines and best practices in the industry.
- Maximized fuel efficiency through careful planning of routes and strategic use of machinery during operation periods.
- Operated excavator to dig on and around live utilities in underground or telecom utility fields.
- Coordinated machine actions with crew members using hand or audio signals.
Lead Excavator Operator
EZ Excavating
12.2020 - 10.2022
- Dug ditches and trenches using trench rollers, rammers and shovels for small-scale excavations.
- Collaborated with other heavy equipment operators to coordinate movements and optimize work zone safety.
- Supported crew members in various tasks such as grading terrain, leveling surfaces, or compacting soil when necessary.
- Supported construction projects by efficiently loading trucks with excavated materials for proper disposal or reuse.
- Demonstrated precision in trench digging for utility installations, minimizing disruption to surrounding areas.
- Coordinated machine actions with crew members using hand or audio signals.
- Minimized risk of injury during operation through strict adherence to OSHA safety guidelines and best practices in the industry.
- Maximized fuel efficiency through careful planning of routes and strategic use of machinery during operation periods.
- Operated excavator to dig on and around live utilities in underground or telecom utility fields.
Operator
Roberts Excavation Corporation
06.2016 - 12.2020
- Operated machinery to ensure efficient production processes
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying and resolving operational issues
- Assisted in training new operators on safety protocols and machinery usage
- Collaborated with team members to maintain high product quality standards
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
Education
High School Graduate -
Niwot High School
Niwot, CO06.1994
Skills
- Machine maintenance
- Safety procedures
- Equipment inspection
- Following directions
- Rock breaking
- Demolition work
- Environmental awareness
- Attachment changing
- Grade checking
- Stress tolerance
- New employee training
- Proper pipe rigging
- Ground disturbance issues
- Trench work
- Load securing
- Soil classification
- Maintenance duties
- Heavy equipment operator
- Excavate ditches
- Trench digging
- Ground disturbance oversight
- Pre-operational equipment inspections
- Time management
- Machine operation
- Team building
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Decision-making
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Site cleanup
- Reliability
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Material handling
- Safety compliance
- Self motivation
- Goal setting
- Risk assessment
- Professionalism
- Quality control
- Hydraulic systems
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Rock removal
- Excavation backfills
- Site surveying
Timeline
Lead Excavator Operator
EZ Excavating
12.2020 - 10.2022
Operator
Roberts Excavation Corporation
06.2016 - 12.2020
Lead Excavator Operator
Coal Creek Excavation
High School Graduate -
Niwot High School
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