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Nick Tuning

Summary

Action oriented and dependable individual with proven success at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Confident communicator with strong ability to build relationships. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet goals.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

General Foreman

Riggs Tree Service
02.2024 - Current
  • Implements daily planning initiatives and crew members schedules to meet production deadlines and adjusts as needed
  • Oversees team productivity by delegating tasks based on crew members individual strengths and expertise
  • Proactively addresses potential hazards and safety concerns in field before becoming significant issues
  • Oversees and contributes to cost management by monitoring resource usage and minimizing waste on job site

Crew Foreman

Riggs Tree Service
12.2022 - 02.2024
  • Operates heavy equipment of various types to remove tree material on utility right of way and job sites
  • Responsible for heavy equipment and crew safety
  • Facilitates daily job and safety briefings
  • Collaborates with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects

Heavy Equipment Operator

Black Hills Energy
01.2018 - 08.2022
  • Operated various pieces of heavy equipment such as shovel, haul truck, loader, track dozer, track hoe, grader, skid steer, lube truck, and fork lift
  • Provided exceptional commitment to safety with perfect safety record
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports
  • Effectively communicated daily workload, time management plans, and safety concerns with other crew members

Heavy Equipment Operator

Peabody Energy Corp.
07.2008 - 01.2018
  • Operated various pieces of heavy equipment; P&H 4100 shovel, Letourneau L-2350 loader, dragline, rubber tire dozer, track dozer, track hoe, and back hoe
  • Provided exceptional commitment to safety with perfect safety record
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
  • Promoted mine safety by volunteering on surface mine rescue team for over 9 years

Conductor

BNSF Railroad
08.2006 - 07.2008
  • Responsible for safe switching of railcars and movement of trains while collaborating with train engineer
  • Cut, switched and supervised loading and unloading of railcars
  • Responsible for general safety

Infantryman

US Army
02.2003 - 02.2006
  • Served 14 months overseas in combat
  • Received accommodation medal ground combat
  • Combat life saver certified

Education

High School Diploma -

West Plains Sr. High School
West Plains, MO
05.1997

Skills

    • High attention to detail
    • Self motivated and able to work well independently under pressure
      • Effective communication
      • Strong commitment to safety

Timeline

General Foreman

Riggs Tree Service
02.2024 - Current

Crew Foreman

Riggs Tree Service
12.2022 - 02.2024

Heavy Equipment Operator

Black Hills Energy
01.2018 - 08.2022

Heavy Equipment Operator

Peabody Energy Corp.
07.2008 - 01.2018

Conductor

BNSF Railroad
08.2006 - 07.2008

Infantryman

US Army
02.2003 - 02.2006

High School Diploma -

West Plains Sr. High School
Nick Tuning