Justin Jester
Marysville,CA
Summary
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 10 years of construction industry experience. Works safely while supporting teams to meet deadlines.
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.
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.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator/Commercial Driver
Greentek Corp
Oroville, CA
11.2024 - Current
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and reduced downtime during operations.
- Oversaw daily operations, coordinating equipment usage among multiple crews to maximize productivity.
- Led safety meetings, reinforcing protocols and promoting a culture of safety within the workforce.
- Resolved operational challenges swiftly, utilizing problem-solving skills to maintain project continuity.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, skid steers, loaders 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.
Heavy Equipment Operator/Commercial Driver
TSU
Placerville, CA
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Operated heavy machinery including excavators, skid steers,loaders, and backhoes for diverse construction projects.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to execute site plans and adhere to project timelines effectively.
- Trained junior operators on safe equipment handling and operational best practices in field settings.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Trained new drivers on best practices for safety, route planning, and vehicle operation.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety regulations by consistently updating knowledge on changes in legislation, policies, or guidelines affecting trucking operations.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Atlas Tree Service
Santa Rosa, CA
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Conducted periodical safety, maintenance or servicing checks to verify proper functioning of equipment.
- Reviewed technical equipment service write-ups and coordinated necessary repairs.
- Maneuvered motorized heavy equipment to accurately remove and place materials.
- Drove flatbed traIler to move equipment between job sites.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
Driver
Rana truckline
Olivehurst, CA
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Utilized GPS to optimize routes and continuously meet estimated delivery times.
- Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents.
Heavy Machine Operator
Mountain F. Enterprise
10.2020 - 04.2022
- Removal of brush, debris, and logs line clearance
- Wood management
- Maintaining a safe job site at all times
- Learning basic operations and maintenance of Skid steer(259, 279, 299,both beaver squeeze and brush grapple), mini excavator (303.5,304,307,314,315) excavator ( kumatsu pc 300 sheer, linkbelt 350, link belt 245, )
- Operated a track chipper and a water truck along with other pieces of heavy machinery
Automotive Technician, Basic auto care, Lube technician
Walmart
01.2020 - 07.2020
- Wheels and tires
- Maintain safe work environment at all times
- CAP 2 Supervisor (receiver and stock)
- Setting schedules
- Overseeing day to day operations
Sales, Operations Manager
Usa Auto
05.2013 - 01.2020
- Day to day operations
- Mechanic tech
- Auto sales
- Finances of sales
- Parts delivery and locator
- Ordering parts
- Making sure venders were paid
- Giving customers quotes
- Making out repair orders
- Dmv paper work and delivery
- Filing insurace documents and registgtation forms
Education
High School Certificate -
Yuba City High
01-2001
Graduate Certificate - First Aid Cpr +aed
Jatc
Woodland, CAGraduate Certificate - Osha 10 +AET&D
Jatc
Woodland, CA03-2026
Skills
- Materials movement
- Safety procedures
- Team collaboration
- Maintenance procedures
- Pre-operational equipment inspections
- Interpreting maps and instructions
- Effective communication skills
- Maintenance duties
- Lever controls
- Heavy equipment operator
- Following directions
- Construction background
- Safety program understanding
- Safe equipment operation
- Daily vehicle assessments
- Ground disturbance oversight
- Conflict resolution
- Communication
- Valid Driver's license
- Heavy equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Skid steer proficiency
- Clean driving record
- Front end loader operations
- Safety compliance
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator/Commercial Driver
Greentek Corp
11.2024 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator/Commercial Driver
TSU
06.2024 - 11.2024
Heavy Equipment Operator
Atlas Tree Service
06.2022 - 06.2024
Driver
Rana truckline
03.2022 - 06.2022
Heavy Machine Operator
Mountain F. Enterprise
10.2020 - 04.2022
Automotive Technician, Basic auto care, Lube technician
Walmart
01.2020 - 07.2020
Sales, Operations Manager
Usa Auto
05.2013 - 01.2020
High School Certificate -
Yuba City High
Graduate Certificate - First Aid Cpr +aed
Jatc
Graduate Certificate - Osha 10 +AET&D
Jatc