Kevin Syme
Rigby,ID
Summary
operate 30 ton truck crane up to 300 ton hyd.crane knowledge of rigging helped build Delta Center and Broadway Center in S.L.C. the John Wayne International Airport Tx. 15 yrs. exp. Dependable heavy equipment operater with detailed situational awareness in high-risk environments. Time-tested and safety-conscious construction site employee lending sense of common sense to complex operations. Highly collaborative team member with direct communication style, effectively and efficiently completing projects with accuracy and safety. Dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator with experience supporting team members and job requirements with safe performance. Collaborates closely with site team members to complete work on time and without incidents. Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator proficient in operating backhoes, excavators, dump trucks, off-road trucks and skip loaders. Dependable and hardworking team leader and collaborator with 10 years of construction industry experience. Works safely while supporting teams to meet deadlines. Safety-focused equipment operations professional with strong construction background and expert understanding of site workflows. Learns equipment in detail to operate each without error or incident. Consistently stays on top of demanding schedules. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Machine Operator
BWR inc llc
Magna, UT
01.1991 - 04.2018
- Operated heavy machinery in a safe and efficient manner.
- Inspected equipment daily to ensure proper functioning and safety.
- Performed regular maintenance on machines, such as lubricating parts, changing filters, and adjusting belts.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto machines for processing.
- Ensured the accuracy of production specifications by monitoring machine operations.
- Adjusted equipment settings to complete tasks according to specifications.
- Followed all safety regulations while operating heavy machinery.
- Maintained accurate records of work performed using logbooks or computers.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding any issues related to machine operation.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs or adjustments.
- Monitored machine output to detect defects or malfunctions in finished products.
- Calibrated machines before use to ensure quality standards were met.
- Cleaned and maintained working areas around machines after each shift.
- Provided assistance during machine start-up procedures when needed.
- Reported any unsafe conditions or practices immediately to supervisors.
- Assisted other operators with setup, troubleshooting, and repair of equipment.
- Attended training sessions as required to stay up-to-date on new technologies.
- Adhered strictly to all established safety guidelines while operating heavy machinery.
- Assembled components accurately according to blueprints or other instructions.
- Used hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers., when needed.
- Identified potential hazards associated with machine operation and took appropriate action.
- Operated dozer and heavy equipment safely and appropriately.
- Followed orders and safety protocols with every job.
- Completed daily work and maintenance logs.
- Used dozer to level soil, move rock and debris and scoop soil.
- Performed service maintenance and basic repairs to keep equipment in good working order.
- Performed pre- and post-trip vehicle and equipment inspections to check for maintenance and repair needs.
- Kept work areas organized, clean and free of safety concerns.
- Followed related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies and operating procedures.
- Cleared work areas of brush, stumps and other debris.
- Operated chainsaws and other power tools to complete production requirements.
- Inspected materials to ensure correct and secure loading.
- Reported equipment, operations and stock issues to management to promote quick remediation.
- Checked filters and grease equipment and observed distribution of paving materials.
- Used tools, equipment and winches to lift, move and bunch logs.
- Implemented safety training for new employees, effectively minimizing accidents [Number]%.
- Observed and followed signals of those from individuals directing moving and positioning of loads.
- Prepared rig maintenance strategies and performed regular inspection on all drilling requirements.
- Inspected and maintained inventory of all slings, chains, ropes and shackles.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations.
- Maintained company assets and locations and verified adequacy of supplies and equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded concrete pump attachments to meet specific job requirements.
- Uncovered utilities, slotted trenches and cleaned sewer lines.
- Updated computer tracking system with all material movements.
- Moved hand and foot controls to loosen and dump material adhering to truck body.
- Maintained efficient list of all directional tools and performed surveys on associated equipment.
- Maintained cranes by inspecting for defects or wear, lubricated ropes and winches and replaced worn out cables.
- Used pendant-operated, overhead and gantry cranes in compliance with safety standards and company guidelines.
- Stacked sheared trees onto trailers and trimmed loads to prevent dropping trash on highways.
- Operated dozer controls to regulate height and angle of dozer blade.
- Operated high-pressure water and vacuum systems to liquify and remove dirt from target areas.
Heavy Equipment Operator
VA Transport
Salt Lake City, UT
03.2012 - 07.2017
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation or rocks.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
- Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
- Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
- Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
- Signaled operators to guide movement of tractor-drawn machines.
- Used hitches to select and fasten bulldozer blades or other attachments to tractors.
- Turned valves to control air or water output of compressors or pumps.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Tech
Slcc
Salt Lake City, UT03.1993
Skills
- Crane and hoist equipment operation
- Familiarity with electrical systems
- Interpretation of blueprints, wiring diagrams and drawings
- Loading and Unloading
- Vehicle Inspections
- Safety Understanding
- Parts Inspection
- Packing Boxes
- Quality Assurance Standards
- Reading Blueprints
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Product Movement
- Machine Operations
- Hand and Power Tools
- Warehouse Operations
- Safety Procedures
- Facility Cleaning
- Materials Loading and Unloading
- Truck Loading
- Valid [State] License
- Setting up Machines
- Depth Perception
- Warehouse Procedures
- Brush Clearing
- Equipment Inspections
- Concrete Mixing
- Tacking and Welding Skills
- Transporting Logs
- Client Relations
- Inventory Tracking
- Diagnosing Problems
- Pump Cleaning
- Preventive Maintenance
- Debris Collection
- Shipping and Receiving Processes
- Tower Overhead Operations
- Safety Regulations Compliance
- Rigging Understanding
- Tagging Stock
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Equipment Repair
- Repair and Maintenance Understanding
- Pre-Trip Inspections
- Winching Abilities
- Wrecking Ball Expertise
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Storage Procedures
- Troubleshooting Skills
- Pump Attachment Maintenance
- Equipment Maintenance
- Counting Inventory
- Attachment Setup
- Forklift Operation
- Troubleshooting Abilities
- Construction Materials Loading
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Safety Awareness
- Preparing Boxes
- Direction Control
- Felling Trees
- Removing Limbs
- Using Chainsaws
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
VA Transport
03.2012 - 07.2017
Heavy Machine Operator
BWR inc llc
01.1991 - 04.2018
Associate of Applied Science - Aviation Tech
Slcc
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