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James McLemore

Wasco

Summary

Dynamic Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience at Union Pacific Railroad, excelling in arc and wire feed welding and proficient in operating various machinery. Recognized for enhancing worksite safety and fostering teamwork, I consistently deliver efficient project execution and maintain high operational standards. Committed to excellence in mechanical maintenance and customer service.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Shop Attendant

The McGregor Company
01.2022 - 08.2025

My duties at McGregor Company include welding, performing mechanical maintenance on the work trucks, land surveying, and selling chemicals and fertilizers to the customers. I am proficient in the use of the company's computer system, as well as answering multi-line phone systems.

  • Received incoming shipments of goods and materials by unloading delivery trucks.
  • Reduced inventory discrepancies by conducting thorough and accurate merchandise counts.
  • Kept equipment operating by following operating instructions, troubleshooting breakdowns and performing preventive maintenance.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Union Pacific Railroad
03.2006 - 07.2018
  • My duties at Union Pacific Railroad included operating a variety of heavy equipment, welding track components, arc and wire feed welding, driving and maintaining work trucks and heavy equipment.
  • Keeping daily and accurate work logs.
  • Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Enhanced worksite safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
  • Assisted in training new hires on proper operation techniques and safety procedures for various pieces of heavy equipment.

Heavy Equipment Operator/Mechanic

The Dalles Disposal
02.2000 - 03.2006

My duties at The Dalles Disposal included welding of waste container bins, mechanical maintenance on company vehicles, operating heavy equipment, maintaining leachate ponds, and graveling various roadways.

  • Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
  • Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.

Education

Crane Operator/Heavy Equipment Operator -

West Coast Training, Inc.
Woodland, WA

High School Diploma -

Livingston High School
Livingston, Texas
06-1991

Skills

  • Proficient in arc and wire feeding
  • Skillled in torch and plasma cutting
  • Trailer Docking and Loading
  • Boom Truck Operations
  • Forklift Operations
  • Backhoe Operations
  • Hand Loader and Front-End Loader

Timeline

Shop Attendant

The McGregor Company
01.2022 - 08.2025

Heavy Equipment Operator

Union Pacific Railroad
03.2006 - 07.2018

Heavy Equipment Operator/Mechanic

The Dalles Disposal
02.2000 - 03.2006

Crane Operator/Heavy Equipment Operator -

West Coast Training, Inc.

High School Diploma -

Livingston High School