Larry Galan Hagans
Langley,KY
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Raven Coal
Pikeville, Kentucky
05.2024 - Current
- Dozer operator
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- 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.
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Loaded both raw materials and finished components to support manufacturing and production processes.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
Dozer Operator
Liberty management
Hazard, Kentucky
01.2013 - 05.2024
- Operated a Dozer to level and grade earth surfaces for new road construction projects.
- Adjusted depth, angle, and tilt of dozer blade to meet specifications.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding tasks to be completed during shift.
- Maintained dozer in safe operating condition by performing daily inspections.
- Assisted other operators in moving heavy objects when needed.
- Performed minor maintenance on dozer such as checking fluid levels and greasing parts.
- Inspected job sites prior to starting work to identify potential hazards or obstacles.
- Reported any mechanical issues or problems with the dozer promptly.
- Checked terrain before beginning work and adjusted speed accordingly.
- Operated dozers equipped with rippers for breaking up hard soil or rock formations.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were adhered to while operating the dozer.
- Performed final grading on completed projects by smoothing out rough areas.
- Moved large rocks, debris, and other materials with the dozer blade.
- Filled low areas with dirt or gravel to create a level surface.
- Managed stockpiles of aggregate material using the bucket on the front end loader attachment.
- Worked closely with engineers and surveyors to ensure accuracy of finished product.
- Utilized GPS guidance system when needed to ensure accuracy of grading operations.
- Operated dozer and heavy equipment safely and appropriately.
- Used dozer to level soil, move rock and debris and scoop soil.
- Checked filters and grease equipment and observed distribution of paving materials.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
Dozer Operator
Revelation Energy
Milton, West Virginia
05.2007 - 01.2013
- Dozer operator
Dozer Operator
Frasure Creek Mining
Milton, West Virginia
12.2001 - 05.2007
- Dozer operator
- Monitored operation of equipment for proper performance and took corrective action when necessary.
- Conducted routine maintenance on the dozer after each shift including cleaning and lubricating parts.
- Operated a Dozer to level and grade earth surfaces for new road construction projects.
- Adjusted depth, angle, and tilt of dozer blade to meet specifications.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding tasks to be completed during shift.
- Maintained dozer in safe operating condition by performing daily inspections.
- Assisted other operators in moving heavy objects when needed.
- Performed minor maintenance on dozer such as checking fluid levels and greasing parts.
- Inspected job sites prior to starting work to identify potential hazards or obstacles.
- Reported any mechanical issues or problems with the dozer promptly.
- Checked terrain before beginning work and adjusted speed accordingly.
- Operated dozers equipped with rippers for breaking up hard soil or rock formations.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were adhered to while operating the dozer.
- Performed final grading on completed projects by smoothing out rough areas.
- Moved large rocks, debris, and other materials with the dozer blade.
- Filled low areas with dirt or gravel to create a level surface.
- Managed stockpiles of aggregate material using the bucket on the front end loader attachment.
- Worked closely with engineers and surveyors to ensure accuracy of finished product.
Dozer Operator
Addington mining
Ashland, Kentucky
12.1997 - 06.2002
- Dozer operator
- Monitored operation of equipment for proper performance and took corrective action when necessary.
- Conducted routine maintenance on the dozer after each shift including cleaning and lubricating parts.
- Operated a Dozer to level and grade earth surfaces for new road construction projects.
- Adjusted depth, angle, and tilt of dozer blade to meet specifications.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding tasks to be completed during shift.
- Maintained dozer in safe operating condition by performing daily inspections.
- Assisted other operators in moving heavy objects when needed.
- Performed minor maintenance on dozer such as checking fluid levels and greasing parts.
- Inspected job sites prior to starting work to identify potential hazards or obstacles.
- Reported any mechanical issues or problems with the dozer promptly.
- Checked terrain before beginning work and adjusted speed accordingly.
- Operated dozers equipped with rippers for breaking up hard soil or rock formations.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were adhered to while operating the dozer.
- Performed final grading on completed projects by smoothing out rough areas.
- Moved large rocks, debris, and other materials with the dozer blade.
- Filled low areas with dirt or gravel to create a level surface.
- Managed stockpiles of aggregate material using the bucket on the front end loader attachment.
- Worked closely with engineers and surveyors to ensure accuracy of finished product.
Education
High School Diploma -
Allen Central High School
Eastern, KY05-1993
Skills
- Earthmoving Operations
- Grading Techniques
- Excavator Attachment Usage
- Off-Road Vehicle Operation
- Bulldozer Maneuvering
- Valid Driver's License
- Good Judgement
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Safety Compliance
- Materials Movement
- Decision-Making
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Equipment Logs
- Clean Driving Record
- OSHA Certification
- Moving and Leveling Dirt
- Bulldozer Operation
- Following Directions
- Daily vehicle assessments
- OSHA 30 Certification
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Raven Coal
05.2024 - Current
Dozer Operator
Liberty management
01.2013 - 05.2024
Dozer Operator
Revelation Energy
05.2007 - 01.2013
Dozer Operator
Frasure Creek Mining
12.2001 - 05.2007
Dozer Operator
Addington mining
12.1997 - 06.2002
High School Diploma -
Allen Central High School