Eric McNeel
Summary
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy equipment operator
GTH Exavating
04.2020 - Current
- Served as Lead Scraper Operator, overseeing daily operations and ensuring production goals were met
- Trained new hires on scraper and haul truck operation, safety procedures, and site protocols
- Provided hands-on instruction for proper cut, load, haul, and dump techniques
- Mentored new operators on equipment controls, cycle efficiency, and terrain navigation
- Conducted walk-arounds and taught new hires how to perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections
- Demonstrated proper radio communication, hand signals, and coordination with other equipment operators
- Ensured new hires understood job-site safety, including hazard awareness, PPE use, and haul-road rules
- Evaluated new operators’ progress and communicated readiness or additional training needs to supervisors
- Led by example in maintaining consistent cycle times, fuel efficiency, and proper load management
- Assisted foremen with daily task planning and equipment assignment for the scraper crew
- Acted as a point of contact for troubleshooting equipment issues and coordinating with mechanics
- Helped maintain a positive, productive crew environment by coaching, correcting, and supporting new team members
Operator
Kelley Trucking
01.2018 - 01.2019
- I acquired the expertise to operate various equipment, including scrapers, hauling trucks, and water trucks. This company provided me with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in these areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cherokee Trail HS
05-2016
Skills
- Skilled operation of scrapers, articulated haul trucks, and other earthmoving equipment
- Safe and efficient loading, hauling, dumping, and spreading of materials
- Strong understanding of haul-road safety, traffic flow, and heavy-equipment communication
- Proficient in reading grade stakes, cut/fill indicators, and job-site markings
- Conducts thorough pre-trip and post-trip inspections
- Basic equipment maintenance: fluid checks, lubrication, tire/brake awareness
- Knowledge of soil types, compaction needs, and material handling
- Excellent situational awareness around active equipment and personnel
- Clear radio communication and ability to follow hand signals
- Ability to operate on uneven, soft, or steep terrain
- Maintains consistent cycle times and productive work flow
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or on a crew
Timeline
Heavy equipment operator
GTH Exavating
04.2020 - Current
Operator
Kelley Trucking
01.2018 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Cherokee Trail HS