Jason Mello
Portsmouth,RI
Summary
Skilled Equipment Operator with a proven track record at Ray Mello - Aquidneck Stone & Material, demonstrating expertise in heavy machinery repair and exceptional safety compliance. Adept at managing inventory and promoting team efficiency, I have significantly enhanced operational productivity. My proficiency with front-end loaders and excavators, coupled with effective time management, drives project success.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
Self-employeed
Portsmouth, RI
05.1995 - 11.2024
- Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
- Provided assistance in loading and unloading supplies from delivery trucks onto job sites when necessary.
- Checked equipment for defects before and after shift and submitted report indicating equipment condition.
- Repaired minor malfunctions in the field by making adjustments and replacing parts as needed.
- Maintained daily logs of machine operations and reported any mechanical or safety issues to supervisor.
- Removed tools and machinery from job site to secure at end of shift.
- Maintained machinery by repairing and replacing broken and malfunctioning components.
- Steered forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts and other equipment to move materials around work sites.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Performed grading of site land and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding status updates on jobsite activities.
- Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
- Operated earthmoving machines to move soil and other material on heavy construction sites in preparation for further building.
- Signaled operators to guide movement of tractor-drawn machines.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
- Managed inventory of supplies and equipment necessary for daily operations.
- Operated machinery on job sites to reduce accidents or injury.
- Worked closely with surveyors, engineers and other personnel onsite during construction projects.
- Observed company safety protocols for trench safety and perimeter establishment to reduce job site accidents.
Construction Equipment Operator
Ray Mello - Aquidneck Stone & Material
Portsmouth, RI
03.1995 - 02.2014
- Leveled ground surfaces with laser-guided grading equipment according to blueprints.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Completed routine inspections on vehicles.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Identified potentially hazardous or unacceptable materials at job site and coordinated proper disposal.
- Assisted in the setup of scaffolding around buildings under construction.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
- Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
- Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Assisted in the installation of underground utilities such as water mains, sewer lines, and storm drains.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
- Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
- Loaded and unloaded building materials from delivery vehicles onto job sites with forklifts or cranes.
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Kept records of material or equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Used hitches to select and fasten bulldozer blades or other attachments to tractors.
- Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks.
- Performed minor service on equipment and referred complicated mechanical issues to appropriate personnel.
- Signaled operators to guide movement of tractor-drawn machines.
- Maintained accurate records of hours worked and materials used for each project.
- Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
- Removed debris from work sites after completion of each project.
- Operated a variety of heavy equipment including bulldozers, backhoes, and excavators to move earth and construct foundations.
- Managed inventory of supplies and equipment necessary for daily operations.
- Cleared trees and brush from areas designated for new roads or structures.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Carried out preventative maintenance on heavy or specialized equipment.
- Finished shop cleaning, servicing, and storing after each shift.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Reported any malfunctions or damage promptly so repairs could be made quickly.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on all construction equipment prior to operation.
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
- Followed safety guidelines while operating machinery and adhered to all safety regulations set forth by the company.
- Repaired faulty parts on equipment when needed and conducted regular inspections for any signs of wear or damage.
- Loaded both raw materials and finished components to support manufacturing and production processes.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Portsmouth High School
Portsmouth, RI05-1999
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Preventative maintenance
- Heavy machinery repair
- Safety compliance
- Field troubleshooting
- Vehicle inspection
- Material handling
- Inventory management
- Time management
- Heavy equipment operation
- Soil compaction
- Land clearing
- Skid steer operation
- Residential construction
- Equipment inspections
- Excavation techniques
- Daily reporting
- Expert in - Front End Loader - Skid Steer
- Materials movement
- Proficient with - Backhoe - Excavator - Haul Truck - Bulldozer
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Self-employeed
05.1995 - 11.2024
Construction Equipment Operator
Ray Mello - Aquidneck Stone & Material
03.1995 - 02.2014
High School Diploma -
Portsmouth High School