Kenneth Engel
Phoenix Global
Barling,AR
6
years of professional experience
Experienced equipment operator ive ran cat 972m/cat 966k hot pit front endloaders in a very hot and skill demanding enviroment with fire suppresion systems. ive also operated hot pit gradalls/tml machine also in the same enviroment with very little room for error while operating. cat articulated dump trucks hauling molten slag from steel operations to the ball dropping area where they handle the materal. tatlor forklifts were also used at this site to move vtd pans after they have been covered in molten steel for repair. ive also ran over head hand held cranes moving steel bars with forks or straps.
Work History
Equipment Operator
2 Years- Operated heavy machinery to execute excavation and grading tasks efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment safety and compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate daily operations and optimize workflow.
- Maintained accurate records of equipment maintenance and operational logs.
- Implemented best practices for material handling to enhance overall productivity.
- Assisted in training new operators on machinery usage and safety protocols.
- Troubleshot minor equipment issues to minimize downtime during operations.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
Slidegate Operator
3 Years 10 Months- I started out in the finishing department as a grinder at straigtner 3 and autoline, then from there i went the casting department and started off as a utility then to the slidegate operator and did a little training in os4.
- Operated industrial machinery to ensure efficient production processes.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying and resolving issues promptly.
- Trained new operators on safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
- Conducted routine inspections to maintain compliance with safety regulations.
Education
GED
GED
Skills
cat 972/cat 966 pit loaders
gradalls/tml machines
articulated dump trucks
kt grant remote jack hammers
euclid/freightliner water trucks
taylor forklifts
overhead crane
Heavy equipment operation
Worksite safety
Skid steer operation
Equipment inspections
Grease and lubricant application
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Phoenix Global
11.2022 - 11.2024Read More
Slidegate Operator
Gerdau Ameristeel
01.2019 - 11.2022Read More
Adult Education Building
GED
Read More
Northside High School
GED
Read More