Kristopher Nelson
Nashville,TN
Summary
Accomplished Equipment Operator Senior at Metro Nashville Government, adept in heavy equipment operation and regulatory compliance. Enhanced worksite safety and efficiency, mentoring teams for peak performance. Skilled in materials transportation and loader operation, I drive results through proactive leadership and a commitment to excellence. I am reliable, diligent and hard-working ready to contribute solid effort as team member.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equipment Operator Senior
Metro Nashville Government
11.2017 - Current
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Enforced compliance with safety standards and regulations related to proper PPE, hand signals and equipment movements.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, trailers, and coordinated supplies to promote efficiency.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
- Completed minor repairs, heavy repairs, and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Checked equipment performance and made necessary repairs.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.
- Employed bulldozers, loaders and backhoes for construction projects.
- Made necessary adjustments to machinery for optimum performance.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
- Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Provided technical assistance to other workers on job site.
- Read blueprints and understood technical drawings.
Warehouse Worker and Core Manager
Nacarato Volvo & GMC Trucks
02.2016 - 10.2017
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 80 or more pounds.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Completed cycle counts and monthly inventory.
- Conducted regular inspections and audits to check quality and verify inventory levels.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
General Manager
Jets Pizza
10.2013 - 02.2016
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
- Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
- Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Assistant Manager
Firehouse Subs
08.2010 - 10.2013
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nashville Acadmey
Nashville, TNSkills
- Materials Movement
- Regulatory Compliance
- Materials transportation
- General Labor
- Equipment testing
- Equipment Inspections
- Worksite safety
- Site preparation
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Commercial construction experience
- Safety Compliance
- Loader Operation
Certification
Hazardous Materials ( Operations and Mission specific PPE and Product Control) ( Emergency Response to Terrorism)
Additional Information
Through working with Metro Parks I have obtained my class A CDL in 2018.
Timeline
Equipment Operator Senior
Metro Nashville Government
11.2017 - Current
Warehouse Worker and Core Manager
Nacarato Volvo & GMC Trucks
02.2016 - 10.2017
General Manager
Jets Pizza
10.2013 - 02.2016
Assistant Manager
Firehouse Subs
08.2010 - 10.2013
High School Diploma -
Nashville Acadmey
Hazardous Materials ( Operations and Mission specific PPE and Product Control) ( Emergency Response to Terrorism)
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