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Jesse Ponders

Beverly Hills,FL

Summary

Detail-oriented Heavy Equipment Operator skilled in equipment operation and mechanic maintenance. Proven ability to optimize load management and enhance safety procedures while operating in high-traffic and restricted areas.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Equipment Operator

Miami Dade County Solid Waste
Miami, FL
09.2017 - 10.2025
  • Operated trash cranes to pick up rubbish and load it into trucks for removal to disposal pits, often in heavy-traffic areas. Moved the crane between pickup locations and positioned it for the most efficient collection. Coordinated with a small group of waste collectors to assemble trash for optimal equipment use. Operated equipment in restricted areas within close tolerances. Performed minor mechanical maintenance, lubrication, and adjustments (e.g., crane brakes, cables). Cleaned auxiliary equipment with air hose. Operated the bulldozer, track hoe, grizzly and trash master Performed other related duties as required.

Solid Waste Driver

Miami Dade County Solid Waste
Miami, FL
02.2002 - 09.2017
  • Operated automated or manual garbage trucks, large dump trucks, tractor-trailers, or similar equipment to collect and transport waste.

Waste Collector

Miami Dade County Solid Waste
Miami, FL
07.1999 - 02.2002
  • I rode on the back of the garbage truck. I was responsible for the collection, handling, and disposal of waste materials.
  • Communicated effectively with residents regarding waste disposal procedures.

Rolloff Truck Driver

Miami Dade County Solid Waste
Miami, FL
01.1999 - 02.2002
  • Was responsible for operating large roll-off trucks to collect and transport solid waste and recyclables from residential, commercial, and municipal locations.

Waste Attendant 1

Miami Dade County Solid Waste
Miami, FL
09.1992 - 07.1995
  • Performed manual labor tasks including refuse collection, maintenance, and general upkeep of solid waste facilities Secured tarps on loaded containers transporting materials from various disposal facilities throughout Miami-Dade County Sorted and separated recyclable materials from general waste to support recycling initiatives Maintained cleanliness and organization in waste storage areas and work sites Assisted in training new line attendants to ensure adherence to operational standards Operated safely in compliance with occupational hazards and safety precautions related to solid waste collection

Education

GED -

Norland Sr. High
Miami Gardens, FL

Skills

  • Equipment operation
  • Mechanical maintenance
  • Safety procedures
  • Load management
  • Route optimization
  • Waste handling

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Operator

Miami Dade County Solid Waste
09.2017 - 10.2025

Solid Waste Driver

Miami Dade County Solid Waste
02.2002 - 09.2017

Waste Collector

Miami Dade County Solid Waste
07.1999 - 02.2002

Rolloff Truck Driver

Miami Dade County Solid Waste
01.1999 - 02.2002

Waste Attendant 1

Miami Dade County Solid Waste
09.1992 - 07.1995

GED -

Norland Sr. High
Jesse Ponders