Juan Vega
Lake Placid,FL
Summary
Job-site lead man/Equipment Oper. currently have productive and professional 5 &1/2 year track record in constructing C-44 and C-43 reservoir project providing quality leadership and construction work. Specializing in equipment operations knowledgeable in most GPS equipped equipment, excellent demonstration of leadership and labor crew coordination's very knowledgeable in safety protocols for many different industrial equipment and labor activities. 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. Seasoned Finish Operator gifted in equipment inspection, maintenance and operation. Responsible team player with strong patience, attention to detail and systematic approach to completing accurate work. Excellent materials management abilities and understanding of safety zones. Diligent Lead Man 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.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
Phillips&Jordan
South Bay, FL/ Clewiston, Fl / Labelle, FL
05.2023 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery to complete excavation and grading tasks efficiently.
- Conducted routine equipment inspections to ensure safety compliance and functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans and timelines effectively.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety protocols.
- Maintained accurate logs of equipment usage and maintenance schedules.
- Implemented best practices for efficient resource utilization during operations.
- Streamlined workflow processes, reducing downtime through proactive maintenance strategies.
- 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.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse assignments, swiftly transitioning between different types of equipment as needed.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Supported site supervisors by providing timely feedback on machine performance, identifying areas for improvement or repair needs.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately survey and grade terrain for worksite preparation.
Job Site Lead/Equipment Operator
Lane Construction
LaBelle, FL
03.2020 - Current
- Heavy equipment operators control specialized machines used in construction, maintenance and operations
- While working with others, they often use hand signals or radios to coordinate movements
- Steady hands and feet are vital for moving the levers and controls of large machines around persons, sensitive materials and tight spaces
- As maintenance-conscious individual reading gauges and responding to warning signs.
- Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Made necessary adjustments to machinery for optimum performance.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
- Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
Job Site Lead/Equipment Operator
Barnard Construction
Indian Town, FL
03.2017 - 03.2020
- Heavy equipment operators control specialized machines used in construction, maintenance and operations
- While working with others, they often use hand signals or radios to coordinate movements
- Steady hands and feet are vital for moving the levers and controls of large machines around persons, sensitive materials and tight spaces
- As maintenance-conscious individual reading gauges and responding to warning signs.
- Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Made necessary adjustments to machinery for optimum performance.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
Manager
Blue Head Ranch/ Rieter Affiliated Co
Lake Placid, FL
02.2009 - 09.2014
- Lake Placid Florida
- Plan, direct, or coordinate the management or operation of farms, ranches, greenhouses, aquacultural operations, nurseries, timber tracts, or other agricultural establishments
- May hire, train, or supervise farm workers or contract for services to carry out the day-to-day activities of the managed operation
- May engage in or supervise planting, cultivating, harvesting, financial, or marketing activities.
- Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
- Enforced strong safety and environmental protections to support habitats while preventing harm to employees or consumers.
- Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
- Adjusted production strategies to account for changing factors such as market and weather conditions.
- Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
- Spearheaded efficiency improvements targeted on optimizing crop production and exceeding financial targets.
- Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
Education
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Lake Placid High School
Lake Placid, FLSkills
- OSHA 30 and CPR certification
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, documents, instructions, and Procedure manuals Routine report writing Effective communication skills
- Implement and enforce safety standards
- Collaboration Relationship Building Logistics Management Safety Management Project Coordination Team Leadership Production
- Trilingual= English, Spanish and Haitian Creole
- Scheduling Inventory Management
- 10years
- Analytical skills, initiative and mechanical skills
- Following Project Plans
- Grading Expertise
- Construction Quality Standards
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Phillips&Jordan
05.2023 - Current
Job Site Lead/Equipment Operator
Lane Construction
03.2020 - Current
Job Site Lead/Equipment Operator
Barnard Construction
03.2017 - 03.2020
Manager
Blue Head Ranch/ Rieter Affiliated Co
02.2009 - 09.2014
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Lake Placid High School