Hunter Perry
Stanley,NC
Summary
Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator proficient in operating bulldozers, excavators, dump trucks, off-road trucks and skid loaders. Dependable and hardworking team leader and collaborator with 5 years of construction industry experience. Works safely while supporting teams to meet deadlines. Safety-focused equipment operations professional with strong construction background and expert understanding of site workflows. Learns equipment in detail to operate each without error or incident. Consistently stays on top of demanding schedules. Hardworking and reliable heavy equipment operator with strong ability in grading. Offering adaptability and dependability. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Began running equipment as a kid on a family owned farm.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Kevin Richardson Grading
Mount Holly, NC
02.2023 - Current
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
Heavy Haul Truck Driver
Extreme Transfer Inc.
Mooresville, NC
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Completed daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Maintained accurate logbooks detailing vehicle mileage, hours worked, cargo information, rest breaks, and fuel purchases.
- Loaded and unloaded freight using winches, chains, straps, lifts and other equipment.
- Followed safety protocols for loading and unloading of heavy materials onto trucks.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding delivery updates or changes in route plans.
- Demonstrated knowledge of DOT regulations related to the transport of heavy loads across state lines.
- Utilized specialized hauling techniques for oversized cargo including pilot cars and escorts.
- Ensured that cargo was properly secured prior to leaving the loading dock area.
- Verified load documentation against actual load during pick up at shipper's location.
- Adhered strictly to all local laws governing speed limits and weight restrictions while operating vehicles over designated routes.
Over the Road Truck Driver
Southcreek Construction
Charlotte, NC
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo on trucks according to company policies.
- Maintained truck logbook, including records of fuel purchases, mileage, and other relevant information.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to ensure safe operation.
- Followed all applicable state and federal laws while driving long distances.
- Communicated professionally with customers regarding deliveries, pickups, and other related matters.
- Planned routes using GPS systems or maps for efficient navigation during long-distance hauls.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of the vehicle's engine components, brakes, tires, lights, signals.
- Utilized knowledge of local roads in order to minimize traffic delays during deliveries.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
Truck Driver/Crane Rigger
Crane & Rigging Corp.
Yadkinville, NC
07.2019 - 11.2021
- Assisted in the assembly of cranes and other heavy equipment.
- Managed crane set-up and breakdown, ensuring efficient operation during jobs.
- Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo with a crane.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while operating cranes.
- Calculated weight capacities for lifting operations using load charts or software applications.
- Maintained detailed records of lift plans, crane movements, loads lifted.
- Identified potential hazards associated with the use of cranes or rigging components.
- Adhered strictly to OSHA standards when performing lift operations.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, dangerous curves., in order to plan most efficient routes.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Harwinton Paving & Excavation
Harwinton, CT
07.2015 - 07.2019
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oliver Wolcott Technical High School
Torrington, CT06.2015
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Pre-Operational Equipment Inspections
- Preventive Maintenance
- Safe Equipment Operation
- Good Judgement
- Interpreting Maps and Instructions
- Equipment Logs
- Safety Compliance
- Valid Driver's License
- Construction Equipment Operation
- Class a CDL
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Loader Operation
- OSHA 10 Certification
- Moving and Leveling Dirt
- Roadway Grading
- Bulldozer Operation
- Asphalt Paving
Affiliations
- Enjoys spending time with family.
- Spends free time tinkering with vehicles and equipment.
Certification
- Class A CDL
- OSHA 10
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Kevin Richardson Grading
02.2023 - Current
Heavy Haul Truck Driver
Extreme Transfer Inc.
01.2022 - 02.2023
Over the Road Truck Driver
Southcreek Construction
11.2021 - 01.2022
Truck Driver/Crane Rigger
Crane & Rigging Corp.
07.2019 - 11.2021
Heavy Equipment Operator
Harwinton Paving & Excavation
07.2015 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Oliver Wolcott Technical High School
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