John Strong
Otter lake,MI
Summary
Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience in milling, grade control, and equipment maintenance in road work and mining. Ensures safe operations and efficient production, supporting quality work through effective training and machine performance. Proficient in operating motor graders, loaders, and excavators, with a strong background in welding, fabrication, and repair to enhance crew productivity and equipment readiness.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Dealer Instructor
MacAllister Machinery Company
Saginaw, Michigan
09.2024 - Current
- Delivered classroom and practical training to enhance the skills of new and current employees.
- Identified training gaps in operator knowledge and developed courses to address needs.
- Guided operators on safety rules and proper equipment use to ensure compliance and reduce risk.
- Monitored operator performance and addressed unsafe work habits to promote a safer work environment.
Heavy equipment operator
LAPEER COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION
Lapeer, Mi
12.2020 - 09.2024
- Executed CAT 160 motor grader operations and conducted maintenance. Graded gravel roads to create smooth surfaces for vehicles and cleared snow during winter.
- Utilized graders, loaders, and excavators to complete county road commission projects.
Mining Equipment Operator
American Aggregates
oxford, MI
04.2018 - Current
- Operated loaders and haul trucks, contributing to efficient production processes at the American Aggregates quarry.
- Monitored conveyors, crushers, and screens to maintain consistent aggregate flow, supporting overall production efficiency.
- Conducted inspections to identify potential issues, ensuring compliance with safety standards while operating large equipment in an open pit mine.
- Inspected equipment before shifts and reported maintenance issues.
Milling Foreman/Operator
Elmers Crane and Dozer
Traverse City, MI
10.2013 - 04.2018
- Operated Wirtgen 2100 mill as sole crew member while managing grade control. Serviced machine to enhance operational readiness and minimize downtime. Loaded and transported machine to job sites, ensuring timely availability for projects. During down time I will drive train, operate other equipment.
- Coordinated excavation, lifting, and grading work with field operators.
- Monitored adherence to safety protocols, promoting a secure working environment. and daily jobsite compliance standards.
Foreman/operator
Hutch Paving
Warren, MI
06.2006 - 10.2013
- Prep crew foreman, Operating Witrgen 1200 mill, loaders, skidsteer, excavators , demo concrete and asphalt lots and loading into trucks. Moved oversized and wide loads using low-boy trailers, ensuring safe transportation of heavy equipment. Loaded broken concrete, dirt, and asphalt onto trucks using large loaders, excavators, and backhoes, facilitating timely site clean-up.
- Supervised paving crews on Hutch Paving job sites
- Coordinated asphalt placement, compaction, and finishing work
- Directed crew assignments and daily work schedules
Education
Diploma - General Studies
Mayville High School
MI06-1996
Skills
- Motor grader operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Grade control
- Equipment maintenance
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety training
- Operational coordination
- Operator coaching
- Problem-solving
- Collaborative teamwork
- Self motivation
Certification
- Caterpillar Certified Operator and Instructor
Timeline
Certified Dealer Instructor
MacAllister Machinery Company
09.2024 - Current
Heavy equipment operator
LAPEER COUNTY ROAD COMMISSION
12.2020 - 09.2024
Mining Equipment Operator
American Aggregates
04.2018 - Current
Milling Foreman/Operator
Elmers Crane and Dozer
10.2013 - 04.2018
Foreman/operator
Hutch Paving
06.2006 - 10.2013
Diploma - General Studies
Mayville High School