James Gardenhire
Sallisaw
Summary
Experienced Equipment Operator. Successful at reading and following plans, operating equipment and using tools to complete required tasks. Familiar with safety regulations and construction practices as well operations and maintenance of all facility needs and equipment. Ready to take next step in already successful career with exciting company that promises opportunity for growth.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator/Maintenance Technician
City Of Sallisaw Water/Sewer
03.2024 - Current
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately survey and grade terrain for worksite preparation.
- Sustained high-performance standards by adhering to company policies regarding preventative maintenance schedules.
- Conducted daily maintenance checks on equipment, preventing downtime and maintaining productivity.
- Supported project managers in equipment selection and strategy, contributing to cost-effective operations.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory requirements during equipment operation, maintaining high standards of safety and legality.
- Operated variety of heavy equipment to prepare sites for construction, contributing to project efficiency.
- Assisted in project planning to ensure equipment availability, aligning with project timelines.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
Independent Contractor With Cherokee Nation Tero
Barker Construction
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout the entire project lifecycle, keeping them informed of progress updates or any potential issues that arose.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and offering solutions that met their needs.
- Adapted quickly to changing demands or unforeseen challenges within a project''s scope without compromising results.
- Increased client satisfaction by delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Offered creative problem-solving techniques when faced with unexpected obstacles during the course of a project.
- Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
Parks and Recreation Employee
Parks and Recreation Department
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Led guided tours, sharing engaging information about the park''s history, flora, fauna, and unique features with guests.
- Conducted regular inspections of park grounds, identifying potential hazards or areas requiring attention.
- Enhanced visitor experience by providing exceptional customer service and assistance in park navigation.
- Streamlined maintenance processes, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced costs.
Equipment Operator
Tenkiller State Park
06.2013 - 01.2022
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Operated machining equipment safely and efficiently with team of operators.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Kept all vehicles and machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Erected structural components, poured concrete and completed other construction-related tasks.
- Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and avoiding hazards such as utility lines.
- Determined and marked locations of underground pipes and wires to plan optimal digging locations.
- Synchronized resources on job sites by effectively communicating with coworkers and office staff via handheld mobile devices.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Moved equipment between job locations using Ford F50 truck and equipment trailer.
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
- Operated motorized vehicles, dump trucks, honey wagons, backhoe, slope mower, skid steer, and lawn and landscaping equipment to complete safe and efficient work.
- Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on any project requirement and keep teams on tight schedules.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
- Resolved many issues including but not limited to, electrical and plumbing in cabin and camp ground area, customer complaints and repair of all equipment with critical thinking and taking appropriate action.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle any team need.
- Placed tools and job site machinery in locked areas and secured location at end of each shift.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, including PPE and safe work site management.
Mechanic
Black Diamond Auto Repair
01.2010 - 05.2013
- Replaced damaged, missing or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Analyzed and located malfunctions in brakes, motors, switches and control systems.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Kept equipment in good working order by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and maintaining supplies.
- Corrected unsafe conditions in work areas and immediately reported correctable conditions to supervisor.
- Ordered repair parts quickly to prevent delays in projects and repair work.
- Followed established safety procedures and techniques when working under lifted vehicles.
- Inspected and tested vehicles and completed preventive maintenance such as engine tune-ups, oil changes, tire rotations, wheel balancing and filter replacement.
- Examined new and replacement parts to uncover defects.
- Diagnosed electrical malfunctions using oscilloscope.
- Serviced vehicles according to OEM recommended maintenance schedules for oil changes, engine tune-ups and fluid changes.
- Utilized diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems in vehicles.
- Inspected vehicles and evaluated condition of systems, equipment, lights and accessories.
- Disassembled defective parts to make proper repairs.
- Consulted manuals, technical documentation and repair tree charts for further information prior to conducting fixes.
- Performed basic electric repairs such as resetting circuit breakers and fitting lighting fixtures.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage or other issues of concern.
- Demonstrated process of preventive maintenance and visual inspections to junior mechanics.
- Maintained functionality and reliability of engines, machines and systems through regular diagnostic checks.
- Maintained accurate records of time and materials required to perform repairs and service.
- Tested newly installed equipment to determine proper functionality and compliance with regulations.
Remodeler
Henning Construction
07.2006 - 12.2009
- Followed maintenance schedules and completed repairs efficiently.
- Utilized advanced plumbing and carpentry skills to complete bath remodeling work.
- Read and interpreted all blueprints and schematics for numerous projects.
- Organized timelines and work orders based on inventories and weather conditions for numerous remodels.
- Maintained relationships with suppliers.
- Completed over numerous jobs independently based on customer desires, inventories and budgets.
- Adhered to tight schedules to avoid construction delays and finish numerous projects before expected completion dates.
- Contributed knowledge and leadership skills to enhance team productivity and maintain project schedules.
- Learned diverse construction trades skills, including basic carpentry, painting and plastering.
- Monitored changing conditions while maintaining safety in work area.
- Read and understood plans and technical documentation for each job.
- Signaled equipment operators to complete proper alignments, movements and adjustments.
- Erected and dismantled scaffolding, braces, shoring walls and other temporary structures.
- Reviewed blueprints and job specifications to plan completion and estimate project costs.
- Fully cooperated with supervisors and coworkers to deliver team-oriented atmosphere on large-scale projects.
- Used shovels or heavy equipment to move different materials based on job needs.
- Contributed to team results in fast-paced work environments.
- Maintained team safety by controlling traffic around and within site.
- Managed independent resolutions of site issues to keep workers on-task and prevent more complex issues.
- Closely monitored coworkers, Preforming tasks and construction areas to minimize safety accidents and maximize productivity.
- Enhanced team efficiency and multitasking abilities by effectively using hand tools, power tools and equipment.
- Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
- Dug holes, trenches and ditches at desired locations and backfilled completed excavations.
- Organized materials, tools and equipment to supply team members.
- Consulted with customers to understand desires and help each owner meet individual property objectives.
- Provided first class customer service to meet all deadlines with guaranteed satisfaction.
- Safely operated mowers, chain saws, electric clippers, sod cutters and pruning saws to clear construction sites, roadbeds and access roads.
- Prepared, poured and spread materials such as concrete and asphalt at designated locations.
Masonry Worker
Mills Masonry
01.2003 - 06.2006
- Applied colored marble or stone chips, and powdered steel over surfaces to produce prescribed finishes.
- Operated drills, paving breakers and powered abrasive saws to cut or demolish bricks and concrete.
- Followed blueprints or drawings to lay blocks and bricks in correct arrangement.
- Used rakes and shovels to spread, level and smooth concrete.
- Read work orders and design drawings to determine work requirements and sequence of tasks.
- Mixed mortar to lay bricks, stones and concrete sidewalks.
- Removed excess mortar and finished joints for uniform surface.
- Used polishing and surfacing machines to polish surfaces.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts to move bricks and supplies.
- Molded expansion joints and edges using correct tools.
- Applied sealants or other protective coatings to waterproof or restore concrete surfaces.
- Prepared surfaces for work by smoothing imperfections on ground or with close structures.
- Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and door sills in freshly poured concrete to provide decorative finish.
- Used straightedges and jointers to mold expansion joints and edges.
- Applied hardening and sealing compounds to cure surface of concrete and waterproof or restore surfaces.
- Operated power vibrator to compact materials and create level bases.
- Signaled truck drivers to position truck to facilitate pouring concrete into constrained locations.
- Cut bricks and concrete using approved tools such as powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills and hand tools.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, plans, or drawings to correctly lay blocks or bricks according to job or client specifications.
- Performed basic masonry tasks such as tuckpointing, caulking, grinding and other required duties.
- Measured distance from reference points and marked guidelines to lay out work using plumb bobs and levels.
- Contributed to increase in acquired projects by providing accurate and fair estimates and building client rapport.
- Identified potential safety hazards and reported incidents and hazards to management.
- Laid brick for block walls and adhered to local codes and project restrictions.
- Operated heavy equipment such as forklifts safely and efficiently to move materials.
Tree Trimmer
McGowan A1 Tree Service
03.1999 - 01.2003
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Mixed and sprayed fertilizers, herbicides and insecticides onto shrubs, trees and grass to maintain soil fertility and defend against weeds and insects.
- Limbed and pruned variety of tree species, including oak, hickory, redbud, cedar, cottonwood, sycamore, dogwood, and pine.
- Created striking landscape designs applying years of industry knowledge.
- Used shears, pruners and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Operated chipper and bucket truck machines to safely move fallen materials.
- Interpreted job site supervisor's orders and technical documentation to complete accurate work.
- Organized materials, tools and equipment to supply team members.
- Operated shredding and chipping equipment and fed limbs and brush into machines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Successfully maintain clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Completed required training to ensure compliance with relevant safety regulations.
Education
GED -
Sallisaw High School
Sallisaw, OK11.2000
Skills
- Materials movement
- Construction management
- Project estimation and bidding
- Residential construction
- Front end loader operations
- Safe equipment operation
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Interpreting maps and instructions
- Repair
- Equipment Operation
- Forklift Operation
- Materials Transport
- Scissor Lifts
- Grading expertise
- Safety and compliance
- Commercial construction
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Project Management
- Following instructions
- Blueprints and schematics
- Proficient in all equipment
- Effective communication skills
- Routine cleaning
- Loader controls
- Ground disturbance issues
- Construction background
- Safety program understanding
- Following directions
- DEQ License through State of Oklahoma for Potable (drinking water) and waste water management
- Electrical
- Plumbing
Timeline
Equipment Operator/Maintenance Technician
City Of Sallisaw Water/Sewer
03.2024 - Current
Independent Contractor With Cherokee Nation Tero
Barker Construction
03.2023 - 03.2024
Parks and Recreation Employee
Parks and Recreation Department
01.2022 - 03.2023
Equipment Operator
Tenkiller State Park
06.2013 - 01.2022
Mechanic
Black Diamond Auto Repair
01.2010 - 05.2013
Remodeler
Henning Construction
07.2006 - 12.2009
Masonry Worker
Mills Masonry
01.2003 - 06.2006
Tree Trimmer
McGowan A1 Tree Service
03.1999 - 01.2003
GED -
Sallisaw High School
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