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Eric Berning

Waterloo,IL

Summary

Results-driven Laborer Operator with [25] years in operating heavy machinery and performing manual labor in difficult conditions. Safety-oriented worker with high standards for excellence in work.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Laborer Operator

US Steel
08.2021 - Current
  • Supported team members by sharing knowledge of proper tool usage, safety procedures, and other essential skills for job success.
  • Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
  • Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Performed frequent heavy lifting up to [Number] pounds, climbing and working in confined spaces to achieve company goals.
  • Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.

Welder/Fabricated

Able Rack
01.2021 - 08.2021
  • Troubleshot technical issues during the welding process, minimizing downtime on projects.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
  • Salvaged and rebuilt parts to achieve cost savings and reduce waste.
  • Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
  • Inspected parts and components for defects in soldering process.

Carpenter

Mattingly Lumber
07.2020 - 01.2021


  • Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
  • Ran computerized saw mill
  • Built roof trusses

Plant Maintenance Technician

Casper Stole Quarry
01.2016 - 07.2020
  • Improved plant efficiency by conducting regular preventive maintenance and repair tasks on machinery and equipment.
  • Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
  • Plant maintenance
  • Crusher operator
  • Operated heavy equipment

Master Hose Builder/Hydro Tester

Lewis Goetz
03.2012 - 01.2016
  • Conveyor Belt Specialist
  • Monthly Inventory
  • QA Inspector

Laborer/ Powderman Blaster

Bussen Quarries
03.2001 - 12.2015
  • Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment, and plant.
  • Skid Steer Operator
  • Plant maintenance and repair
  • Plant Operator

Education

High School Diploma -

Salem High School
Salem, IL
05.1986

Skills

  • Operate Heavy Equipment
  • Welding
  • Operated Crusher

Timeline

Laborer Operator

US Steel
08.2021 - Current

Welder/Fabricated

Able Rack
01.2021 - 08.2021

Carpenter

Mattingly Lumber
07.2020 - 01.2021

Plant Maintenance Technician

Casper Stole Quarry
01.2016 - 07.2020

Master Hose Builder/Hydro Tester

Lewis Goetz
03.2012 - 01.2016

Laborer/ Powderman Blaster

Bussen Quarries
03.2001 - 12.2015

High School Diploma -

Salem High School
Eric Berning