Gerardo Chavez
Littleton,CO
Summary
Skilled heavy equipment operator with a strong focus on safe operation, site layout planning, and teamwork. Committed to executing efficient site plans and maintaining high safety standards.
Overview
2
2
Languages
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Pipe Layer /Heavy Equipment Operator
CGRS
Black Hawk, CO
2024 - 2026
- Operated heavy equipment including loaders and skid steers as primary equipment, with additional hands-on experience using excavators, mini excavators, and tractors.
- Assisted with excavation, trenching, pipe installation, drainage systems, material handling, and general site preparation.
- Have some hands-on excavator and mini excavator experience, but am still developing proficiency and seeking additional operating hours.
- Performed equipment inspections, maintained tools and attachments, and followed OSHA and job-site safety procedures.
- Worked with construction crews and spotters to safely and efficiently complete daily projects.
Concrete Form Setter /Concrete Construction Laborer
Mowers Construction
Denver, CO
2022 - 2023
- Set and align forms accurately to ensure structural integrity in concrete placement.
- Operated leveling instruments to verify dimensions and elevations of formwork.
- Assisted in the installation of rebar and other reinforcement materials within form systems.
- Monitored safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment for team members.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency in form setting operations.
- Improved overall team efficiency by diligently maintaining a clean and organized work area.
- Reduced waste on job sites by carefully managing material inventory and implementing strategic recycling efforts where appropriate.
Heavy Equipment Operator / Grade Dirt
National Western Complex
Denver, CO
02.2026 - 08.2026
- Greased equipment and completed basic operator maintenance to help maintain safe and reliable operation.
- Changed equipment attachments as needed for different jobsite tasks.
- Identified and reported basic equipment issues to supervisors for timely resolution.
- Collaborated with spotters and communicated with ground crew to maintain safe equipment operation.
- Followed jobsite safety procedures and supervisor instructions while working around heavy equipment.
- Worked with construction crews to complete daily tasks and meet project goals.
- Operated heavy equipment, including loaders, skid steers, forklifts, backhoes, and some excavators, to support construction and site work.
- Conducted pre-operational equipment inspections to identify potential safety or equipment concerns.
- Assisted with excavation and other site tasks while continuing to build experience and proficiency with excavators and mini excavators.
Education
No Degree - Did Not Graduate
Brady Highschool
Lakewood, COSkills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Safe equipment operation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Work History
01-2024
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator / Grade Dirt
National Western Complex
02.2026 - 08.2026
Pipe Layer /Heavy Equipment Operator
CGRS
2024 - 2026
Concrete Form Setter /Concrete Construction Laborer
Mowers Construction
2022 - 2023
No Degree - Did Not Graduate
Brady Highschool