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Work History
Education
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John Vickers

John Vickers

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

Hardworking and reliable Excavator Operator with strong ability in digging and loading. Offering excavating, digging plans, excavating and moving materials. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Results-focused operating equipment professional with strength in production, clean up and dress up hillside. Proactive leader with strengths in communication and collaboration. Proficient in leveraging hillsides and steep mountains knowledge to promote safety. Adept at managing concurrent objectives to promote efficiency and influence positive outcomes. Safety-focused equipment operations professional with strong construction background and expert understanding of site workflows. Learns equipment in detail to operate each without error or incident. Consistently stays on top of demanding schedules. Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator proficient in operating backhoes, excavators, dump trucks, off-road trucks and skip loaders. Dependable and hardworking team leader and collaborator with 40 years of construction industry experience. Recognized for working safely while supporting teams to meet deadlines. Dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator with experience supporting team members and job requirements with safe performance. Trained in heavy equipment operator. Collaborates closely with site team members to complete work on-time and without incidents. Safety-conscious excavator operator proudly offering over 40 years of experience working on job sites in all conditions. High performing employee known for following accurate operating procedures and conducting regular routine maintenance. Offering strong work ethic and great team collaboration talents. Safety-conscious track hoe operator proudly offering over 40 years of experience working on job sites in all conditions. High performing employee known for following accurate operating procedures and conducting regular routine maintenance. Offering strong work ethic and great team collaboration talents. Deadline-driven Heavy Equipment Operator familiar with safety regulations, construction practices and optimal operation of construction equipment. Expert in maintenance and day-to-day upkeep of loaders, excavators, dump trucks and more. Strong focus on communication and site coordination. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Reliable Heavy Equipment Operator successful at completing jobs quickly and correctly. Ready to bring construction experience and operator skills to new role. Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator with 40 years of construction experience. Knowledgeable in wide range of trenchers, backhoes and diggers. Focused excavator operator offers dynamic communication and equipment maneuvering skills along with dedicated work ethic. Diligent in supervising and maintaining equipment. Well-versed and committed to following corporate safety guidelines. Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator skilled at moving materials, digging trenches, burying conduits and lifting components. Offers 40 years of related experience. Diligent excavator operator trained to run multiple types of equipment on construction sites. Works great with team members to maintain open communication and strict safety standards. Reliable in completing accurate work and keeping machinery in peak condition. Enthusiastic excavator operator eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of loading and training in dirt work. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in pipeline . To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Friendly student available for weekend, evening and holiday shifts. Considered hardworking, punctual and driven. Reliable employee seeking Track hoe operator position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Experienced track hoe operator with over 40 years of experience in construction. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Track Hoe Operator

M.J. Woods Company
Jacksonville, FL
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Operated heavy equipment in compliance with company's operating safety policies and procedures.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Loaded earth, debris and rubble onto trucks and conveyors for removal from construction site.
  • Observed potential hazards and obstructions to maximize safe working conditions.
  • Followed company policies by performing thorough equipment inspections prior to and after each shift.
  • Ditched and backfilled steep terrain and side slopes, utilizing vacuum lifters, shaker buckets and hammers.
  • Regulated speed and direction of loader or dozer.
  • Adjusted hand wheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets, scrapers or swing booms.
  • Operated front-end loaders, skid steers and mini excavators to carry out diverse project needs.
  • Analyzed digging plans, machine capabilities and limitations to execute safe digging procedures.
  • Moved materials over short distances on work sites to carry out orders.
  • Excavated earth to prepare for operations or restore optimal grades after project completion.
  • Reviewed written instructions regarding material movement and excavation to follow specifications.
  • Built and maintained inclines and ramps for site personnel.
  • Checked and corrected levels of excavated materials against specifications.
  • Adjusted dig face angles for varying depths to set lengths.
  • Inspected equipment prior to operation for safe operations.
  • Observed hand signals, grade stakes and markings to operate machines within performance specifications.
  • Confirmed adherence to safety protocols by team members and followed strict measures to avoid accidents and injuries.

Excavator Operator

Henkels & Mccoy
Blue Bell, PA
03.2020 - 10.2020
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • 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.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Observed potential hazards and obstructions to maximize safe working conditions.
  • Followed company policies by performing thorough equipment inspections prior to and after each shift.
  • Confirmed adherence to safety protocols by team members and followed strict measures to avoid accidents and injuries.
  • Ditched and backfilled steep terrain and side slopes, utilizing vacuum lifters, shaker buckets and hammers.
  • Analyzed digging plans, machine capabilities and limitations to execute safe digging procedures.
  • Moved materials over short distances on work sites to carry out orders.
  • Excavated earth to prepare for operations or restore optimal grades after project completion.
  • Reviewed written instructions regarding material movement and excavation to follow specifications.
  • Built and maintained inclines and ramps for site personnel.
  • Checked and corrected levels of excavated materials against specifications.
  • Adjusted dig face angles for varying depths to set lengths.
  • Inspected equipment prior to operation for safe operations.
  • Observed hand signals, grade stakes and markings to operate machines within performance specifications.

Excavator Operator

Precision Pipeline LLC
Eau Claire, WI
09.2016 - 11.2019
  • 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.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Observed potential hazards and obstructions to maximize safe working conditions.
  • Followed company policies by performing thorough equipment inspections prior to and after each shift.
  • Confirmed adherence to safety protocols by team members and followed strict measures to avoid accidents and injuries.
  • Ditched and backfilled steep terrain and side slopes, utilizing vacuum lifters, shaker buckets and hammers.
  • Analyzed digging plans, machine capabilities and limitations to execute safe digging procedures.
  • Moved materials over short distances on work sites to carry out orders.
  • Excavated earth to prepare for operations or restore optimal grades after project completion.
  • Reviewed written instructions regarding material movement and excavation to follow specifications.
  • Built and maintained inclines and ramps for site personnel.
  • Checked and corrected levels of excavated materials against specifications.
  • Adjusted dig face angles for varying depths to set lengths.
  • Inspected equipment prior to operation for safe operations.
  • Observed hand signals, grade stakes and markings to operate machines within performance specifications.

Excavator Operator

Sheehan Pipeline Construction Company
Tulsa, OK
04.2009 - 12.2015
  • 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.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Observed potential hazards and obstructions to maximize safe working conditions.
  • Followed company policies by performing thorough equipment inspections prior to and after each shift.
  • Confirmed adherence to safety protocols by team members and followed strict measures to avoid accidents and injuries.
  • Ditched and backfilled steep terrain and side slopes, utilizing vacuum lifters, shaker buckets and hammers.
  • Analyzed digging plans, machine capabilities and limitations to execute safe digging procedures.
  • Moved materials over short distances on work sites to carry out orders.
  • Excavated earth to prepare for operations or restore optimal grades after project completion.
  • Built and maintained inclines and ramps for site personnel.
  • Checked and corrected levels of excavated materials against specifications.
  • Inspected equipment prior to operation for safe operations.
  • Observed hand signals, grade stakes and markings to operate machines within performance specifications.
  • Adjusted dig face angles for varying depths to set lengths.

Track Hoe Operator

H.J. Foundation Company
Miami, FL
08.2011 - 11.2011

power driving

  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
  • Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and avoiding hazards such as utility lines.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
  • Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on project requirements and keep teams on tight schedules.
  • Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
  • Avoided hazards such as hanging or buried utility lines when operating equipment.
  • Ripped out existing asphalt and concrete to prepare for site changes and new construction.
  • Removed topsoil, vegetation and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
  • Controlled simultaneous machine operations by communicating with and directing individual operations.
  • Placed tools and job site machinery in locked areas and secured location at end of each shift.

Excavator Operator

Bechtel
Glendale, AZ
04.2009 - 12.2009
  • 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.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Observed potential hazards and obstructions to maximize safe working conditions.
  • Followed company policies by performing thorough equipment inspections prior to and after each shift.
  • Confirmed adherence to safety protocols by team members and followed strict measures to avoid accidents and injuries.
  • Ditched and backfilled steep terrain and side slopes, utilizing vacuum lifters, shaker buckets and hammers.
  • Analyzed digging plans, machine capabilities and limitations to execute safe digging procedures.
  • Moved materials over short distances on work sites to carry out orders.
  • Excavated earth to prepare for operations or restore optimal grades after project completion.
  • Reviewed written instructions regarding material movement and excavation to follow specifications.
  • Checked and corrected levels of excavated materials against specifications.
  • Adjusted dig face angles for varying depths to set lengths.
  • Observed hand signals, grade stakes and markings to operate machines within performance specifications.
  • Inspected equipment prior to operation for safe operations.

Excavator Operator

S.C.I. Steve Count Incorporated
Summerfield, FL
04.2007 - 09.2009
  • 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.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Observed potential hazards and obstructions to maximize safe working conditions.
  • Followed company policies by performing thorough equipment inspections prior to and after each shift.
  • Confirmed adherence to safety protocols by team members and followed strict measures to avoid accidents and injuries.
  • Ditched and backfilled steep terrain and side slopes, utilizing vacuum lifters, shaker buckets and hammers.
  • Operated front-end loaders, skid steers and mini excavators to carry out diverse project needs.
  • Analyzed digging plans, machine capabilities and limitations to execute safe digging procedures.
  • Moved materials over short distances on work sites to carry out orders.
  • Excavated earth to prepare for operations or restore optimal grades after project completion.
  • Reviewed written instructions regarding material movement and excavation to follow specifications.
  • Checked and corrected levels of excavated materials against specifications.
  • Adjusted dig face angles for varying depths to set lengths.
  • Inspected equipment prior to operation for safe operations.
  • Observed hand signals, grade stakes and markings to operate machines within performance specifications.

Track Hoe Operator /Loader Operator

FEMA
Laurel, MS
07.2005 - 03.2006
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and avoiding hazards such as utility lines.
  • Placed tools and job site machinery in locked areas and secured location at end of each shift.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
  • Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
  • Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
  • Synchronized resources on job sites by smoothly communicating with and directing team members via handheld mobile devices.
  • Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
  • Avoided hazards such as hanging or buried utility lines when operating equipment.
  • Removed topsoil, vegetation and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
  • Operated [Type] and [Type] equipment to complete safe and efficient work.

Foreman/Track Hoe Operator

T.J. Lambert Construction Company
North Richland Hills, TX
08.2001 - 10.2004
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
  • Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
  • Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on project requirements and keep teams on tight schedules.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
  • Synchronized resources on job sites by smoothly communicating with and directing team members via handheld mobile devices.
  • Placed tools and job site machinery in locked areas and secured location at end of each shift.
  • Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and avoiding hazards such as utility lines.
  • Operated [Type] and [Type] equipment to complete safe and efficient work.
  • Ripped out existing asphalt and concrete to prepare for site changes and new construction.
  • Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
  • Removed topsoil, vegetation and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
  • Avoided hazards such as hanging or buried utility lines when operating equipment.

Drill Rig Operator

Graves Construction Company
Jackson, SC
08.1991 - 07.2001

800 TREX homer , Track hoe Drilling to set cell phone towers

  • Operated [Type] drilling rigs and inspected before and after use to maintain functionality and safety.
  • Managed project components such as rig operations, providing quotations, equipment management and HSE compliance.
  • Supported management of all drilling and rig move operations
  • Provided expertise to support day drilling operations.
  • Maintained compliance requirements, work instructions and program procedures to promote safety.
  • Coordinated and managed all rig moving operations
  • Constructed drilling pads, planned rig moves and conducted project audits.

Landscape Maintenance Foreman

C.F.C.C. Central Florida Community College
Ocala, FL
08.1984 - 06.1991
  • Inspected in-progress and completed [Type] projects, checking for customer needs, worker safety and best-in-class final results.
  • Troubleshot and made repairs on [Type] equipment, increasing lifetimes and cutting costs [Number]%.
  • Mowed, trimmed and maintained exterior building spaces on regular schedule.
  • Monitored over [Number] workers to complete projects on-time and under budget with both client and employee satisfaction.
  • Adapted daily plans according to weather, staffing levels and client needs to maintain excellent client satisfaction and adhere to timelines.
  • Adhered to OSHA guidelines and standards for proper handling of hazardous chemicals and pesticides.
  • Installed underground sprinkler systems to provide grass and gardens with adequate water supply.
  • Assisted with weekly project planning and crew scheduling.
  • Monitored weekly and daily scheduled tasks to achieve desired workflow speed.
  • Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.

Track Hoe Operator /Pipefitter

Aqua Services Water Conditioning
Inverness, FL
10.1982 - 07.1984

Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.

  • Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and avoiding hazards such as utility lines.
  • Resolved most mechanical issues independently and worked with supervisors and senior personnel to resolve complicated problems.
  • Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Avoided hazards such as hanging or buried utility lines when operating equipment.
  • Ripped out existing asphalt and concrete to prepare for site changes and new construction. Installed waterlines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Citrus High School
Inverness, FL
05.1977

Skills

  • Maintenance procedures
  • Team collaboration
  • Safety procedures
  • Heavy equipment operator
  • Construction background
  • Trench work
  • Heavy equipment operator
  • Ground disturbance oversight
  • Roadway Construction
  • Team Communication
  • Accident Prevention
  • Attention to Detail
  • Stump and Rock Removal
  • Problem Solving
  • Excavation and Backfilling
  • Land Clearing
  • Load Management
  • Dependable and Punctual
  • Critical Thinking
  • CDL License
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Hand and Foot Coordination
  • Equipment Transportation
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Materials Transport
  • Weight Balancing

Timeline

Track Hoe Operator

M.J. Woods Company
01.2021 - 01.2022

Excavator Operator

Henkels & Mccoy
03.2020 - 10.2020

Excavator Operator

Precision Pipeline LLC
09.2016 - 11.2019

Track Hoe Operator

H.J. Foundation Company
08.2011 - 11.2011

Excavator Operator

Sheehan Pipeline Construction Company
04.2009 - 12.2015

Excavator Operator

Bechtel
04.2009 - 12.2009

Excavator Operator

S.C.I. Steve Count Incorporated
04.2007 - 09.2009

Track Hoe Operator /Loader Operator

FEMA
07.2005 - 03.2006

Foreman/Track Hoe Operator

T.J. Lambert Construction Company
08.2001 - 10.2004

Drill Rig Operator

Graves Construction Company
08.1991 - 07.2001

Landscape Maintenance Foreman

C.F.C.C. Central Florida Community College
08.1984 - 06.1991

Track Hoe Operator /Pipefitter

Aqua Services Water Conditioning
10.1982 - 07.1984

High School Diploma -

Citrus High School
John Vickers