Gregory Sievertsen
Delta,CO
Summary
Accomplished Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience at West Elk Mine, skilled in operating excavators and bulldozers. Demonstrated leadership and effective communication, ensuring safety compliance and optimizing machine performance. Proven ability to adapt to project demands, enhancing productivity and maintaining high standards in equipment operation and maintenance. MSHA Certified.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
West Elk Mine
Somerset, CO
01.2001 - 08.2025
- Operated excavators, bulldozers, and backhoes to complete various excavation projects safely.
- Conducted pre-operation inspections to ensure equipment functionality and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate project timelines and site logistics effectively.
- Maintained accurate records of equipment usage and daily work activities for reporting purposes.
- Assisted in training new operators on safe operation practices and equipment handling procedures.
- Implemented best practices for site safety, reducing risks during heavy machinery operations.
- Monitored fuel consumption and performed routine maintenance to extend equipment lifespan.
- Led small teams on-site, ensuring adherence to project specifications and operational efficiency.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Increased productivity by operating heavy machinery such as backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators for various construction projects.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High
OnlineSkills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Safe equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Front end loader operations
- Safety compliance
- Heavy lifting
- Following directions
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Heavy haul trucking
- Machinery inspection
- Good judgement
- Repair and maintenance
- Backhoe operation
- First aid training
- Effective communication skills
- Team leadership
- Equipment operation
- Heavy lifting proficiency
- Decision-making
- Safety procedures
- MSHA Certified
- Foreman Papers
- Fire boss Papers
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
West Elk Mine
01.2001 - 08.2025
High School Diploma -
Jefferson High