Johnathan Griffin
Grand Saline
Summary
Adaptable Heavy Equipment Operator with a versatile background in construction. Known for strong machinery operation and safety adherence, contributing to successful project completions and enhanced team performance.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
RTS Land Clearing and Construction
Fruitvale, TX
06.2022 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery including excavators, bulldozers, and backhoes for land clearing projects.
- Conducted pre-operational inspections to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to execute site preparation and grading tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Xander Homes
Mineola, TX
2020 - 06.2022
- Monitored worksite conditions to maintain compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Implemented best practices for equipment maintenance, reducing downtime and enhancing performance.
- Led workflow optimization efforts, improving project timelines through effective machinery utilization.
- Developed operational strategies that increased productivity while minimizing resource waste.
- Increased productivity by operating heavy machinery such as backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators for various construction projects.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Played a key role in successful project completions by maintaining open lines of communication with supervisors and team members, ensuring timely adjustments to work strategies when needed.
- Enhanced worksite safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Building and grading house pads, performing precision dirt work, site preparation, excavation, leveling, and operating machinery to ensure proper drainage, stability, and foundation readiness.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Norman Excavation & Trucking
Canton, TX
2016 - 2020
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
- Boosted overall project efficiency by effectively planning machine movements and coordinating with other operators onsite.
- Maintained accurate logs of equipment operation hours, maintenance activities, and project progress for streamlined record-keeping purposes.
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Played key role in successful project audits, maintaining detailed logs of equipment usage and maintenance schedules.
- Improved soil compaction on several key projects by adeptly handling vibratory rollers.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Mayne Construction
Grand Saline, TX
2013 - 2016
- Assisted in training new hires on proper operation techniques and safety procedures for various pieces of heavy equipment.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety by consistently wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and following all established protocols.
- Mitigated potential hazards by promptly reporting unsafe conditions or damaged equipment to supervisors.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Collaborated closely with site engineers and project managers to ensure accurate implementation of construction plans.
- Reduced downtime through proactive diagnosis and troubleshooting of mechanical issues on heavy equipment.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between job sites by transporting heavy equipment using flatbed trucks or trailers when necessary.
- Streamlined excavation processes to meet stringent deadlines, operating excavators with precision.
- Facilitated smoother project workflows by coordinating with other operators and ground personnel.
- Performed specialized site grading and earthwork operations to ensure proper elevation, drainage, soil compaction, and foundation preparation for residential and commercial projects.
- Utilized GPS machine control systems and advanced grading technology to achieve precise excavation, site grading, and earthmoving operations while improving efficiency and accuracy on construction projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grand Saline High School
Grand Saline, TX05-2006
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Safe equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Construction background
- Skid steer proficiency
- Bulldozer operation
- Front end loader operations
- Safety compliance
- Earthmoving operations
- Preventive Maintenance
- Heavy lifting
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Following directions
- Machinery inspection
- Good judgement
- Construction equipment operation
- Backhoe operation
- Bulldozer maneuvering
- Debris removal
- Effective communication skills
- Front end loader handling
- Equipment logs
- Excavator attachment usage
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
RTS Land Clearing and Construction
06.2022 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Xander Homes
2020 - 06.2022
Heavy Equipment Operator
Norman Excavation & Trucking
2016 - 2020
Heavy Equipment Operator
Mayne Construction
2013 - 2016
High School Diploma -
Grand Saline High School