Kris Alan Osbourn Parent
Highland,IL
Summary
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
U.S. Army
03.2022 - 03.2024
- Conduct preventive maintenance checks and services to ensure mission readiness at all times. This includes pre and post operation inspection to look for any damage, low fluids, and proper function of heavy equipment
- Enhanced worksite safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
- Reduced downtime through proactive diagnosis and troubleshooting of mechanical issues on heavy equipment.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Document and report any deficiencies or damage on heavy equipment to the supervisor or maintenance shop
- Follow all safety guidelines and procedures
- Maintain all extra equipment and tools that went with each piece of heavy equipment
- Load and haul heavy equipment with trucks and trailers
- Spread material with dump trucks
- Load dump trucks with material using excavators and wheel loaders
- Carry loads with forks on wheel loaders
- Dig trenches and fighting positions with backhoe loaders and high mobility engineer excavators
- Create berms and fighting positions; push and level material with dozers
- Cut out, haul, and fill material with scrapers
- Dig ditches and grade material with graders
- Backhoe Loader
- Hydraulic Excavator
- Wheel Loader
- Dozer (D7)&(D6)
- 621G Scraper
- 120M Motor Grader
- Skid Steer
- 10 Dump Truck
- High Mobility Engineer Excavator (HMEE)
- Light Equipment Transporter (Oshkosh)
- M870(40Ton) Lowboy Equipment Trailer
- Maintained accurate logs of equipment operation hours, maintenance activities, and project progress for streamlined record-keeping purposes.
- Boosted overall project efficiency by effectively planning machine movements and coordinating with other operators onsite.
- Mitigated potential hazards by promptly reporting unsafe conditions or damaged equipment to supervisors.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between job sites by transporting heavy equipment using flatbed trucks or trailers when necessary.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety by consistently wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and following all established protocols.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
Pest and Mosquito Technician
Mosquito Authority
07.2019 - 03.2022
- Reduced mosquito populations by applying targeted treatments to breeding sites and resting areas.
- Enhanced community safety by conducting thorough property inspections to identify potential mosquito habitats.
- Supported public health initiatives by providing education on mosquito-borne illnesses and prevention strategies.
- Improved customer satisfaction through timely response to service requests and effective communication of treatment plans.
- Contributed to team success by collaborating with colleagues on complex cases and sharing knowledge of best practices in mosquito control.
- Assisted management in tracking treatment efficacy, enabling data-driven decision-making for improved operational performance.
- Optimized treatment effectiveness through regular calibration of equipment and proper storage of chemicals.
- Played a key role in reducing disease transmission rates among the community members served, mitigating public health risks associated with mosquito-borne illnesses.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through exceptional customer service, earning trust as a reliable resource for addressing their mosquito concerns.
- Maintained a high standard of professionalism while interacting with clients to address any questions or concerns about the services provided successfully.
- Initiated proactive measures such as recommending changes in landscaping or other environmental modifications to minimize mosquito breeding grounds on client properties.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in responding to changing conditions, adjusting treatment strategies as needed to ensure optimal effectiveness against mosquito populations.
- Educated and advised customers on preventive measures to reduce pest infestations.
- Applied chemical solutions on building surfaces to eliminate pests.
- Prepared reports and kept detailed records of pest control activities.
- Conducted property and building walk-throughs to assess conditions, identify infestations, and isolate sources.
- Inspected equipment for proper functionality to effectively facilitate application.
- Succesfully conducted integrated pest management practices in residential, commercial and industrial settings.
- Used integrated pest management (IPM) treatments to eliminate pests from residential and commercial properties.
- Utilized computer software to manage customer information and service scheduling.
Education
Advanced Skills Course -
Army AIT
Associate Degree - Accounting
Colorado Technical University
Skills
- A motivated, hard-working, safe-handling heavy equipment operator with experience in the United States Army
- Received training and operated different types of heavy equipment vehicles, as well as truck and trailer operation
- Daily Vehicle Assessments
- Lever Controls
- Trench Work
- Loader Controls
- Backhoe Operation
- Operating Safely
- Adaptable
- Situational Awareness
- Great Communication Skills
- Team Player
- Strong Work Ethic
- Critical Thinking
- Integrity
- Continuous Learning
- Dependable
- Attention To Detail
- Handling Work Stress
- Persistence
- Effective Communication Skills
- Bulldozer Operations
- Moving and Leveling Dirt
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Loading and Unloading
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
U.S. Army
03.2022 - 03.2024
Pest and Mosquito Technician
Mosquito Authority
07.2019 - 03.2022
Advanced Skills Course -
Army AIT
Associate Degree - Accounting
Colorado Technical University