Justin May
Denham Springs,LA
Summary
Skilled heavy equipment operator proficient in operating backhoes, excavators, dozers, dump trucks, off-road trucks and skidsteer. Dependable and hardworking team leader and collaborator with several years of construction industry experience. Works safely while supporting teams to meet deadlines.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
JB James Construction
Lafayette, LA
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Performed daily maintenance checks and troubleshooting of equipment malfunctions.
- Trained new employees on safe operating procedures and job responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed, materials used, and production output.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- 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.
Lead Operator
Boone Construction
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Supervised team according to Forman's directives to complete tasks.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities, such as sewer lines and drainage.
- Utilized GPS systems to expertly grade and maintain subbase for roadway installation.
- Operated various heavy equipment to unload job materials and initiate projects.
- Cleared workspace of redundant items post-project finalization.
Foreman
Shaw Construction Services
Gonzales, LA
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Lead, heavy equipment operator.
- Coordinated installation of piping systems in various locations.
- Executed pipeline tests with calibrated devices.
- Conducted precise digging operations compliant with city/state standards for installing sewer infrastructure.
- Managed and preserved the security of trench work environments.
- Kept comprehensive logs of daily activities undertaken.
Leadman
NCMC
Baton Rouge, LA
08.2018 - 09.2022
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Executed operations using a range of heavy machinery safely.
- Executed digging operations for numerous types and sizes of pipe installations.
- Carried out excavation work on various types of wet wells, including new installations as well as older structures.
- Executed wet well restoration projects to restore functionality, as well as the installation of wet wells for new projects and upgrades.
- Aided in the emergency rehabilitation of wastewater treatment plant tanks and pump system removal and installation.
- Coordinated with crane operator for the removal and installation of equipment from facility structures.
- Carried out dismissal procedures for employees failing to meet standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Live Oak High School
Watson, LA05-2007
Some College (No Degree) - Aero Space Propulsion Engineer
Air Force
San Antonio, TXTrenching And Excavation - Construction
Nts
Tremble Site Work - GPS Eequipment
Sitec
Rigging
Nsa
Flagging
Nsa
Osha 10
Osha
Skills
- Rock removal
- Hydraulic Lifts
- Machinery inspection
- Team Collaboration
- Site bulldozing
- Loader Operation
- Backhoe Operation
- Moving and Leveling Dirt
- Road Construction
- Blueprint reading abilities
- Utility location
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
JB James Construction
07.2023 - 10.2024
Lead Operator
Boone Construction
04.2022 - 07.2023
Foreman
Shaw Construction Services
09.2021 - 11.2022
Leadman
NCMC
08.2018 - 09.2022
High School Diploma -
Live Oak High School
Some College (No Degree) - Aero Space Propulsion Engineer
Air Force
Trenching And Excavation - Construction
Nts
Tremble Site Work - GPS Eequipment
Sitec
Rigging
Nsa
Flagging
Nsa
Osha 10
Osha
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