Kurtis Gibson
Vernal
Summary
Dedicated equipment operator with expertise in heavy machinery and worksite safety. Proven ability to implement safety protocols and train new drivers, consistently exceeding performance expectations while maintaining strict safety standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equipment Operator
BHI
Vernal, UT
05.2025 - Current
- Operated 777 and 785 haul trucks to transport materials efficiently across job site.
- Conducted pre-shift inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Assisted in training new drivers on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to various weather conditions and terrains, ensuring timely execution of assigned tasks.
- Exceeded performance expectations by consistently meeting or surpassing daily hauling quotas while maintaining strict adherence to safety guidelines.
Supervisor
Shlumberger
Vernal, UT
02.2021 - 05.2025
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime and increased productivity
- Operate/ Trainer on 966 Cat Front end loader during well site clean up and rig up operations.
- Operate Manlift during rig up operations.
- Operate Telescoping forklift during rig up orations.
Owner/Operator
Billy Jones Constuction
McLoud, OK
04.2020 - 02.2021
- Perform thorough pretrip and post trip, greasing equipment after daily use.
- Operated CAT D9 and D8 dozers to clear and level oilfield locations and new house foundations.
- Operate Cat 352 Excavator Loading trees and materials in my Freightliner dump truck to be hauled off back to the yard to be dumped.
- Executed operation of Cat Skid Steer to efficiently clean ans smooth house footings post-construction.
- Operated 13-speed Freightliner dump truck to transport materials efficiently between job site and dumping location.
Equipment Operator
Mike Krebbs Construction
Quinton, OK
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Pre trip post trip and equipment inspections before and after operation.
- Operate D8 and D9 Dozers to build new locations.
- Operate CAT 352 excavator to dig new flowlines from well head to separators.
- Operate CAT 352 excavator to set water and oil tanks.
- Operate back hoe to set in flow lines after welding fabrication.
Equipment Operator
Gavilon Fertilizer
Catoosa, OK
05.2016 - 01.2018
- Perform pre and post trips and required daily, proper greasing before and after shift.
- Executed operation of Cat 966 frontend loader to efficiently load DAP, AMS, and urea-based fertilizers into hoppers and trucks.
- Executed skid steer operations for efficient cleanup, sweeping, and scraping within barges for refill of fertilizer.
Education
Welding/manufacturing
Tulsa Welding School
Tulsa, OK11-2004
High School Diploma -
Eufaula High School
Eufaula, OK05-2004
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Worksite safety
- Skid steer operation
- Equipment inspections
- Land clearing
- Equipment care
- Equipment maintenance
Certification
- MSHA Certification (annually)
- Safeland Certification (lifetime)
Msha
Current Msha Certification.
Timeline
Equipment Operator
BHI
05.2025 - Current
Supervisor
Shlumberger
02.2021 - 05.2025
Owner/Operator
Billy Jones Constuction
04.2020 - 02.2021
Equipment Operator
Mike Krebbs Construction
01.2018 - 02.2020
Equipment Operator
Gavilon Fertilizer
05.2016 - 01.2018
Welding/manufacturing
Tulsa Welding School
High School Diploma -
Eufaula High School