Abel Gomez Diaz
Crowley,TX
Summary
Skilled heavy equipment operator proficient in operating backhoes, excavators, skid steer, wheel loader, forklift . Dependable and hardworking team leader and collaborator with several years of construction industry experience. Works safely while supporting teams to meet deadlines.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Discovery a Company of GIS
01.2026 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to maximize performance and minimize downtime.
- Maximized fuel efficiency through careful planning of dig routes and consistent monitoring of machine performance.
- Loaded and unloaded heavy objects, dirt and other materials on-site.
- Dug ditches and trenches using trench rollers, rammers and shovels for small-scale excavations.
- Followed exact digging plans within capabilities and limitations of available machinery.
- Calculated slopes and grades, performed ground surveys and used pipe lasers for pipe laying.
Equipment Operator
Discovery a Company of GIS
08.2025 - 01.2026
- Collaborated with team members to execute excavation tasks while adhering to project timelines.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, cranes and other and coordinated supplies to promote efficiency.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Crossfire
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Operated heavy machinery for site preparation and material handling tasks.
- Conducted routine equipment inspections and performed basic maintenance procedures.
- Followed safety protocols and maintained a clean work environment at all times.
- Handled heavy equipment to complete tasks safely and on schedule.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
Operator
ATS Welding And Construction
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with team members to complete construction tasks efficiently.
- Performed ditch and bell hole excavation to facilitate infrastructure development.
- Operated equipment to lift and transport heavy materials, ensuring safe and efficient handling.
- Completed backfilling of ditches and bell holes, contributing to project efficiency and safety.
Solar Panel Installer
Psc solar
02.2023 - 07.2023
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols during installation processes consistently.
- Installed solar panels on residential and commercial rooftops efficiently.
- Assisted in training new team members on installation techniques and safety practices.
- Maintained inventory of materials and tools required for solar panel installations regularly.
- Installed solar panels safely in extreme hot and cold weather, in confined crawl spaces and on roofs of multi-story buildings.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Live action
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Operated compactors, rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Loaded and unloaded materials using forklifts, and other heavy equipment.
Solar Panel Installer
McCarthy
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Installed solar panels on residential and commercial rooftops efficiently.
- Conducted site assessments to determine optimal panel placement and energy production.
- Collaborated with electricians to connect solar systems to existing electrical grids.
Solar Panel Installer
H2
01.2021 - 07.2021
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols during installation processes consistently.
- Operated hand and power tools for panel installation and maintenance tasks effectively.
- Attended training sessions regularly in order to stay current on safety procedures and product knowledge.
- Inspected work sites prior to installation to ensure that all necessary materials were present.
- Installed solar panels on residential and commercial rooftops efficiently.
Skilled Laborer
Leonbro
02.2020 - 11.2020
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Routine maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Material handling
- Site preparation
- Vehicle inspection
- Team collaboration
- Excavation
- Wheel loader operation
- Heavy equipment operator
- Clean driving record
- Pipe laying expertise
- Heavy lifting
- Problem solving
- Safety inspections
- Soil compaction methods
- Vibratory roller operation
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Backhoe operation
- Pipeline installation techniques
skid steer operator
forklift operator
- Following directions
- Heavy equipment operation
- Backhoe handling
- Solar panel installation
- Heavy machinery operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Equipment inspections
- Solar installations
- Outdoor installations
- Piping installation
- Measuring and cutting
- Construction support
- Excavation support
- [State] Driver's license
- Welding
- Rigging and hoisting safety
- Maintenance duties
- Air compressor use
- Loader operation
- Backfilling techniques
- Ditch digging
- Equipment inspection
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
English
Limited
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Discovery a Company of GIS
01.2026 - Current
Equipment Operator
Discovery a Company of GIS
08.2025 - 01.2026
Heavy Equipment Operator
Crossfire
01.2025 - 07.2025
Operator
ATS Welding And Construction
09.2023 - 12.2024
Solar Panel Installer
Psc solar
02.2023 - 07.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator
Live action
07.2022 - 01.2023
Solar Panel Installer
McCarthy
02.2022 - 06.2022
Solar Panel Installer
H2
01.2021 - 07.2021
Skilled Laborer
Leonbro
02.2020 - 11.2020