Jacob Noland
Orange
Summary
Skilled heavy equipment operator proficient in operating backhoes, excavators, dump trucks, off-road trucks and skip loaders. Dependable and hardworking team leader and collaborator with several years of construction industry experience. Works safely while supporting teams to meet deadlines.
Safety-conscious professional proudly offering several years of experience working on job sites in all conditions. High performing employee known for following accurate operating procedures and conducting regular routine maintenance. Offering strong work ethic and great team collaboration talents.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Bechtel
Sulphur
06.2021 - 08.2025
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation and construction projects.
- Learned safety protocols and equipment handling procedures.
- Assisted in site preparation and material transportation tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe work environment.
- Followed instructions from supervisors for task execution.
- Observed experienced operators to improve skills and techniques.
- Participated in training sessions on equipment operation and safety standards.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- 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.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
Heavy Equipment Operator
HPP
Orange
10.2018 - 01.2021
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation and construction projects.
- Learned safety protocols and equipment handling procedures.
- Assisted in site preparation and material transportation tasks.
- Maintained equipment cleanliness and basic operational checks.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe work environment.
- Followed instructions from supervisors for task execution.
- Observed experienced operators to improve skills and techniques.
- Participated in training sessions on equipment operation and safety standards.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Identified, tagged, and notified drivers of prohibited items to secure safe environment.
- Assisted drivers, equipment operators, and other employees in grouping and sorting materials.
- Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
Education
LCM High School
Orange, TXSkills
- Equipment operation
- Safety protocols
- Preventative maintenance
- Material transportation
- Equipment inspection
- Site preparation
- Inventory management
- Project coordination
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Water truck operation
- Paving equipment operation
- Loader controls
- Backhoe operation
- Preventive Maintenance
- Loading and unloading
- Heavy lifting
- Heavy haul trucking
- Valid Driver's license
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Environmental compliance awareness
- Pre-operational equipment inspections
- Safety policies and procedures
- Safety regulation compliance
- Construction equipment operation
- Repair and maintenance
- Team leadership
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Bechtel
06.2021 - 08.2025
Heavy Equipment Operator
HPP
10.2018 - 01.2021
LCM High School