KEONTAE RICHARDSON
Rosenberg,USA
Summary
Professional heavy equipment operator with strong expertise operating and maintaining a variety of machinery. Known for a collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic work environments. Excels in safety protocols, precision operations, and problem-solving to ensure efficiency and high-quality results. Reliable team player focused on achieving operational goals and supporting jobsite success. Thorough, organized, and ready to contribute full effort to every project.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
GFL Environmental
Sugar Land, Texas
09.2024 - 06.2026
- Operated heavy machinery to perform excavation and grading tasks.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace hazards and risks.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials for construction projects.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Moved stock pills for excavator operators in dozer
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Bechtel
Victoria, USA
06.2023 - 11.2024
- Operated heavy equipment, including dozer and excavator, to efficiently move large volumes of dirt, rocks, and topsoil for site preparation
- Conducted pre-shift inspections and performed routine maintenance and repairs to ensure optimal equipment functionality and safety
- Performed pre-shift inspections, routine maintenance & repairs to keep equipment in proper working order
- Adapted swiftly to changing project requirements and unexpected obstacles to maintain project timelines and workflow
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles
- Assisted team with material loading & offloading to meet project timelines
MACHINE OPERATOR
Kiewit
Fort Worth, USA
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Operated excavator and dozer for grading, trenching, berm construction, and efficient materials movement
- Monitored machines for optimal performance, adjusting settings to mitigate damage and reduce wear
- Prepared equipment for daily operations including start-up, shut-down & safety checks
- Supported road building, stockpile management, and reclamation efforts to enhance team productivity
Equipment Operator
Hendrick Industries
Sealy, Texas
02.2019 - 11.2020
- Operated Skid Steer
- Loaded pallets onto flatbed trucks for efficient transportation.
- Moved marble and dirt piles with bucket attachments for timely loading into trucks.
- Using drill attachment to break up materials
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation and grading, ensuring project specifications were met.
Labor/Heavy Equipment Operator
Zachary Construction
Katy, Tx
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Operated heavy machinery to perform excavation and grading tasks.
- Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers to move earth and materials.
- Implemented best practices for equipment maintenance and care procedures.
- Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
- Operated various equipment to complete construction tasks efficiently. to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow efficiency on-site.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding status updates on jobsite activities.
LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
- Operated Skidsteer, Excavator & other light equipment to support site prep, material handling & recycling operations.
- Reduced downtime by performing regular maintenance & reporting equipment issues promptly
- Supported team members to complete projects efficiently while maintaining safety standards
- Maintained & cleaned equipment after each job, ensuring readiness for next task
Labor/Heavy Equipment Operator
Zachary Construction
Katy, Texas
Education
COURSEWORK IN KINESIOLOGY - STUDENT-ATHLETE FOOTBALL
Sam Houston State University
Huntsville, TXHIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
B.F. Terry High School
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Dozer
- Excavator
- Skidsteer
- Backhoe
- Loader
- Motor Grader
- Safe equipment operation
- Adherence to OSHA standards
- Pre-shift inspections
- Routine maintenance
- Troubleshooting
- Road building
- Berm maintenance
- Stockpile management
- Team player
- Effective communicator
- Flexible
- Adaptable
- Project support
Transportation
Yes
Willingness
Willing to learn and take on new challenges
Availability
Available for immediate start, overtime, early morning shifts, and night shifts
Valid Drivers License
Yes
Equipment Operated
- Track Dozer (Advanced)
- Excavator (Advanced)
- Skidsteer
- Backhoe
- Loader (Basic exposure)
- Motor Grader (Basic exposure)
- Haul Truck (Basic exposure)
- Water Truck (Basic exposure)
Timeline
Equipment Operator
GFL Environmental
09.2024 - 06.2026
HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Bechtel
06.2023 - 11.2024
MACHINE OPERATOR
Kiewit
01.2022 - 08.2022
Equipment Operator
Hendrick Industries
02.2019 - 11.2020
Labor/Heavy Equipment Operator
Zachary Construction
01.2018 - 01.2019
LIGHT EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Labor/Heavy Equipment Operator
Zachary Construction
COURSEWORK IN KINESIOLOGY - STUDENT-ATHLETE FOOTBALL
Sam Houston State University
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
B.F. Terry High School