Joshua Roberts
Fort Mill,SC
Summary
Hardworking General Laborer with dedicated work ethic in Construction industry. Knowledgeable with operations of heavy and light equipment to accomplish tasks. Lifts and carries objects over 50 pounds, reliable and works well in varying conditions.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
General heavy equipment knowledge such as daily maintenance and servicing.
Structural demolition, prep and disassembling of buildings.
Knowledge of soil stabilization, subgrade, stone base, asphalt paving and concrete work.
Basic grading knowledge.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer/Operator
Red Clay Industries
Charlotte, NC
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
- Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
- Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
- Installed sewer, water or storm drain pipes using pipe-laying machinery or laser guidance equipment.
- Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
Equipment Operator
Charah Solutions
Belmont, NC
04.2025 - Current
- 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.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- 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.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, cranes and other and coordinated supplies to promote efficiency.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse assignments, swiftly transitioning between different types of equipment as needed.
- Reduced downtime by conducting pre-use inspections and addressing potential issues proactively.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability efforts by adopting green operating practices and reducing waste.
- Enhanced safety protocols by rigorously following operating procedures for heavy machinery.
- Ensured timely completion of projects, collaborating closely with construction team to optimize equipment use.
- 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.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Employed bulldozers, loaders and backhoes for construction projects.
- Adjusted soil levels and grade land for construction projects.
Operator
Wildcat Contractors
Gastonia, NC
01.2023 - 04.2025
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
- Upheld quality standards through regular inspections of completed products, addressing any inconsistencies immediately.
- Handled adjustments or modifications to machines as needed based on product specifications or changes in operational parameters.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment to reduce repair costs.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to prevent unexpected machinery downtime, ensuring continuous production flow.
Operator/Supervisor
Alloy Group
Charlotte, NC
04.2020 - 11.2022
- Retained safe and clean work area in accordance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
- Rotated among various workstations, performing work necessary to meet production needs.
- Utilized hand and power tools and heavy machinery during manufacturing processes.
- Complied with environmental regulations when using, dispensing of, or handling hazardous and non-hazardous materials and waste.
- Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
- Followed daily preventive maintenance schedule for cleaning and lubricating machinery.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
Laborer/Operator
Alloy Group
Charlotte, NC
04.2020 - 11.2022
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Lubricated and cleaned machinery and tools.
- Loaded and unloaded daily material shipments, keeping products organized and secure to prevent damage and optimize handling.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Mixed, poured, and spread concrete, asphalt gravel and other materials.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Performed regular servicing and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Cut materials into specified sizes for installation using tile cutters and power saws.
- Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Basic Courses
Tri County Technical College
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Safety Compliance
- Machine Operation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Valid Driver's License
- High School Diploma
- Loading and Unloading
- Flexible Schedule
- Heavy Lifting
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Loading and unloading
- Heavy equipment operation
- Excavation techniques
- Demolition work
- Construction site safety
- Soil compaction
- Asphalt paving
- Traffic control
- Hazardous materials handling
- Grade checking
- Trench shoring
- Following directions
- Decision-making
- Effective communication skills
- [Equipment] operation
- Safe equipment operation
- Front end loader operations
- Equipment inspection
- Clean driving record
- Debris removal
- Materials movement
- Construction equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Heavy lifting
- Material handling equipment
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Loader operation
- Site prep
- Roadway grading
- Equipment logs
- Road construction
- Preventive Maintenance
- Parts lubrication
- Backhoe operation
- Compactor operation
- Inclement working conditions
- Loader controls
- Base stabilization
- OSHA certification
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Safety policies and procedures
- Pre and Post-trip inspections
- Safety inspections
- Ditch digging
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Charah Solutions
04.2025 - Current
Operator
Wildcat Contractors
01.2023 - 04.2025
Operator/Supervisor
Alloy Group
04.2020 - 11.2022
Laborer/Operator
Alloy Group
04.2020 - 11.2022
Laborer/Operator
Red Clay Industries
Some College (No Degree) - Basic Courses
Tri County Technical College
Education and Training
other