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Kevin Carter

Cool Ridge,WV

Summary

Dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience at United Rentals Matting Solutions, recognized for exceptional safety practices. Proficient in operating diverse machinery and implementing erosion control measures. Demonstrated strong teamwork and communication skills, contributing to project success and a safer work environment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator

United Rentals Matting Solutions
04.2024 - Current

United Rentals bought out Klein Restoration while I was still employed with them so my work history with them is consecutive for 3 years, but I separated it on here to be clear.

• Establishing processes for erosion control and sediment control

• Built air bridges across streams and gas lines

• Installed silt fence and sock

• Loaded and unloaded mat trucks with loader

• Laid mats on access roads

• Pulled stone with excavator to restore access

• Loaded dump trucks with stone with excavator

• Restoration

• Stoned access roads and pads

• Built pads with mats/timbers

• Seeded and mulched

• Straw matting (curlex)

• Operated a marooka and hydrema ( I was winched down a steep hill to take out wet dirt from slip on hillside)

• Skid steer (Grade, cut dirt, installed mats, brush hog, loaded trucks, pushed out stone)

• Slip repair

• Pipe laying

• Followed all PPE policies and procedures

• Identify overhead obstruction and put up flag lines

• Laid mats/timbers with excavator

• Restored/picked up stone with excavator

• Installed SWPPP (silt fence, chain linked fence super silt fence, silt sock/fiber roll, safety fence barrier)

• Seed & Straw

• Hydro Seed

• Installed water barriers on access roads

• Installed rock checks in ditches

• Identified overhead obstructions and put up flag lines

• Hand dug sumps

• Moved materials and equipment as needed

• Cleaned and maintained equipment

• Did daily equipment inspection

• 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.

• Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.

• Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.

• Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.

• Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.

• Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.

• Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.

• Demonstrated commitment to safety by consistently wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and following all established protocols.

• Maintained accurate logs of equipment operation hours, maintenance activities, and project progress for streamlined record-keeping purposes.

• Mitigated potential hazards by promptly reporting unsafe conditions or damaged equipment to supervisors.

• Upheld company reputation for quality workmanship through precise execution of tasks according to blueprints and specifications.

• Operated variety of heavy machinery, contributing to timely project completions.

• Contributed to enhanced team morale, sharing knowledge on equipment handling with newer operators.

• Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.

• Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.

• Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.

• Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.

Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer

Klein Restoration
05.2022 - 04.2024

• Operated a skid steer

• Operated an off-road dump truck ( Marooka, panther, etc.)

• Operated a roller (Compactor)

• Operates a sheepsfoot roller for Grading & compacting

• Loaded and unloaded materials

• Loaded dump trucks with stone

• Installed SWPPP ( Silt fence, chain linked super slit fence, silt sock/fiber roll, safety fence barrier)

• Seed and straw

• Straw blowing

• Hydro seeding

• Installed water bars on access roads

• Installed rock checks in ditches

• Identified overhead obstructions and put up flag lines

• Hand dug sumps

• Moved materials and equipment as needed

• Cleaned and maintained equipment

Education

August 2016 - February 2018 - Computer Engineering

Howard Community College
Columbia, MD

High School Diploma - General

Long Reach High School
Columbia, MD
05.2016

Skills

    Construction laborer

    Heavy Equipment Operator

    CPR Certified

    OSHA 10

    OSHA 30

    First Aide Certified

    AEP 2025 Training

    Powersafe Training

    DOT Certified

    I received an award in 2024 by United Rentals Matting Solutions for my excellence in safety I received the safety award of the quarter

Timeline

Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator

United Rentals Matting Solutions
04.2024 - Current

Traveling Heavy Equipment Operator/Laborer

Klein Restoration
05.2022 - 04.2024

August 2016 - February 2018 - Computer Engineering

Howard Community College

High School Diploma - General

Long Reach High School
Kevin Carter