Grant Masterson
East Lansing,MI
Summary
Reliable Heavy Equipment Mechanic Assistant with expertise in machinery operation and maintenance. Proven adaptability in high pressure environments, ensuring safety and efficiency within heavy equipment spaces. 2 Years of Student Pilot experience looking for aviation related employment with aspiration of becoming a commercial pilot.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Heavy Equipment Mechanic Assistant
P45 Equipment
Indian River, Michigan
08.2024 - Current
- Repaired, maintained, operated, and transported heavy machinery including semi trucks, loaders, farm machinery, boats, and hydraulics to ensure optimal functionality.
- Operated various equipment independently across diverse settings, contributing to seamless operations.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in heavy equipment and provided effective repair solutions.
- Conducted routine maintenance on excavators, bulldozers, and loaders to ensure reliability.
- Repaired hydraulic systems, ensuring optimal performance and safety standards were met.
Basketball Official
Ohio High School Athletic Association
Columbus, Ohioo
11.2021 - Current
- Officiated games across Ohio for all genders and age groups, including varsity high school level, ensuring fair play and adherence to regulations.
First Mate
Powder Horn Sport fishing Charters
Holland, MI
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Maintained, Cleaned, Fueled, and operated a 47 foot commercial fishing vessel
- Operated a 16 rod salmon trolling apparatus while maintaining the safety of clients and ensuring a fun and enjoyable experience.
- Preformed all dock duties including fuel and service duties.
- Passed routine drug and background checks.
Swift Water Rescue Apprentice
Nantahala Outdoor Center
Bryson City, North Carolina
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Became swift water rescue certified via a program where I acted as a live rescue operator on a busy section of white water river
- Learned the importance of high value safety procedures and upheld them when required
- Learned valuable team work skills in high risk environment
Golf Course Equipment Attendent
Denison University
Granvile, OH
09.2020 - 08.2022
- Cleaned, Transported, Operated various course equipment (Golf carts, mowers, Green Rollers etc
- Handled any requests and questions of course customers to ensure a pleasent and helpful experience.
- Was responsible for, operated and cleaned all common use areas of the golf course.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Leadership And Strategy
Michigan State University
East Lansing, MI12.2025
Skills
- Private Pilot License
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety procedures
- Reporting and documentation
- Machine operation
- Parts cleaning
Certification
Private Pilots License. Issued By FAA Feb 2026
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Mechanic Assistant
P45 Equipment
08.2024 - Current
First Mate
Powder Horn Sport fishing Charters
05.2024 - 08.2024
Swift Water Rescue Apprentice
Nantahala Outdoor Center
06.2023 - 07.2023
Basketball Official
Ohio High School Athletic Association
11.2021 - Current
Golf Course Equipment Attendent
Denison University
09.2020 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Leadership And Strategy
Michigan State University