John Ross

Lead GPS excavator operator, GPS Dozer and many other pieces of equipment! I cut mass grade with a 352,349, loaded 1 to 5 40 ton off-road trucks 10 to 12 hrs per day. I cut house pads to swells to retention ponds. Commercial building pads a few tenths from Sub grade! Get fresh cleared sites prepared for grading permits erosion control. Down to reading blueprints and utility plans. I’ve ran fill areas down to undercutting bad spots out of fill zones. Loaded on road trucks for highway hauling and all sorts of other projects. Only thing I’ve never ran a crew by myself. I have always tried to be super efficient with my head on a swivel getting jobs done on or before time in a very safe manner… And main thing check equipment every morning and clean machine every afternoon. I’m not a know it all but show me the plans and the job will be complete and I also get along with others great.

Ran hauling truck sheep foot roller, ran fill with 815 and compacted soil. After a few years of blood sweat and tears I moved into a dozer and Excavator full time moving mass grade dirt. Benching 60ft cuts for me and other excavators to make our safe passes to load off road trucks very useful to the long hours cleaned out retention ponds for the clay liners to be placed for permanent ponds and etc! I’ve done all sorts of stuff at hoopaugh.

I cleared tracks of timber running dozer and excavator full time stumping and pile preparation for the tub grinder. Loaded log trucks

• 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.
• Assisted in training new operators, providing guidance on proper equipment usage and safety procedures.
• Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
• Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
• Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
• Participated in regular safety meetings to reinforce best practices within the team and ensure a hazard-free workplace.
• Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
• Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
• Collaborated with team members to optimize work processes, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
• Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, cranes and other and coordinated supplies to promote efficiency.
• Enforced compliance with safety standards and regulations related to proper PPE, hand signals and equipment movements.
• Increased equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance and timely repairs.
• Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse assignments, swiftly transitioning between different types of equipment as needed.
• Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
• Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
• Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
• Maintained accurate records of equipment performance and service history for future reference and analysis.
• Supported site supervisors by providing timely feedback on machine performance, identifying areas for improvement or repair needs.
• Achieved smooth workflow transitions by coordinating effectively with other operators during shift changes.
• 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.
• Facilitated seamless communication among team members, leading to improved collaboration during complex projects involving multiple pieces of heavy machinery.
• Enhanced project outcomes by adjusting equipment settings according to specific job requirements.
• Operated specialized attachments to complete tasks efficiently, such as using a hydraulic breaker for rock excavation projects.
• Maximized productivity with efficient scheduling and allocation of equipment resources.
• Assisted with safe materials transport between work sites to reduce downtime.
• Minimized operational costs through effective fuel management and preventive maintenance routines.
• Conducted daily maintenance checks on equipment, preventing downtime and maintaining productivity.
• Maintained detailed logs of equipment usage and maintenance, ensuring accountability and operational readiness.
• 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.
• Reduced equipment breakdowns with proactive identification and resolution of potential issues.