Jeffery Delatte
Ponchatoula,LA
Summary
Hardworking Equipment 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.
Responsible Equipment Operator with 30 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. Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator proficient in operating backhoes, excavators, dump trucks, off-road trucks and skip loaders. Dependable and hardworking team leader.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
Durr Construction
New Orleans, LA
03.2024 - Current
- Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers and cranes to move earth and materials.
Land Development/ Road Building
Self Employed Web
Ponchatoula, LA
03.2007 - Current
- Visited construction sites to inspect ongoing works related to land development projects.
Truck Driver/Business Owner
Self Employed Web
Ponchatoula, LA
03.1997 - Current
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, dangerous curves., in order to plan most efficient routes.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
Excavator Operator
Delatte Excavating/ Family Business
Ponchatoula, LA
06.1993 - 03.1997
- Operated excavator to dig trenches, footings and foundations for new construction projects.
- Loaded trucks with excess dirt from excavation sites.
- Worked in close proximity to other workers while operating machinery safely and efficiently.
- Checked all safety devices on machine prior to each shift.
- Transported materials from one job site to another using a lowboy trailer or dump truck.
- Operated heavy equipment in compliance with company's operating safety policies and procedures.
- Loaded earth, debris and rubble onto trucks and conveyors for removal from construction site.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ponchatoula High School
Ponchatoula, LA05-1992
Skills
- Grading experience
- Equipment Inspections
- Materials Movement
- Regulatory Compliance
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Durr Construction
03.2024 - Current
Land Development/ Road Building
Self Employed Web
03.2007 - Current
Truck Driver/Business Owner
Self Employed Web
03.1997 - Current
Excavator Operator
Delatte Excavating/ Family Business
06.1993 - 03.1997
High School Diploma -
Ponchatoula High School