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James benfield

READING,PA

Summary

Responsible Equipment Operator with 25 years of hands-on experience operating heavy equipment in various sectors. Expert at smoothly handling tools to complete work. Sound knowledge of safety regulations and practices. Hardworking operator known for observing all safety protocols and procedures during shift. Committed to daily inspections of equipment and vehicles. Meets and exceeds productivity standards and quickly adapts to changes in work environment. 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 25 years of construction industry experience. Works safely while supporting teams to meet deadlines.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Equitment Operator

abel construction
York, PA
03.2024 - Current
  • Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
  • 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.
  • Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
  • Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
  • Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
  • Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
  • Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
  • Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
  • Signaled operators to guide movement of tractor-drawn machines.
  • Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks.

Equipment Operator

reamstown excavating
Denver, PA
08.2010 - 03.2024
  • Provided assistance in loading and unloading supplies from delivery trucks onto job sites when necessary.
  • Communicated effectively with team members regarding status updates on jobsite activities.
  • Monitored operation of equipment to ensure proper functioning in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Maintained clean driving record to drive construction vehicles to and from work site.
  • Operated machinery on job sites to reduce accidents or injury.
  • Operated earthmoving machines to move soil and other material on heavy construction sites in preparation for further building.
  • Put up and attached structural components and poured concrete to complete construction projects as scheduled.
  • Located and marked underground pipes and wires to identify safe digging locations.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
  • Removed tools and machinery from job site to secure at end of shift.
  • Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
  • Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks.
  • Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.

Equipment Operator

greencoast site prep
Denver, PA
03.2023 - 02.2024
  • Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
  • Conducted regular inspections of work area for hazardous conditions that could impact safe operation of equipment.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with excavated material for transport to designated areas.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
  • Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers and cranes to move earth and materials.
  • Trained new employees in proper operation of heavy machinery according to company guidelines.
  • Performed grading of site land and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
  • Operated machinery on job sites to reduce accidents or injury.
  • Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
  • Operated earthmoving machines to move soil and other material on heavy construction sites in preparation for further building.

Education

GED -

Governor Mifflin
Shillington
06-1982

Skills

  • Equipment operation
  • Heavy machinery maintenance
  • Safety compliance
  • Excavation techniques
  • Hydraulic systems
  • Preventative maintenance

Timeline

Equitment Operator

abel construction
03.2024 - Current

Equipment Operator

greencoast site prep
03.2023 - 02.2024

Equipment Operator

reamstown excavating
08.2010 - 03.2024

GED -

Governor Mifflin

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