Martin Solberg
Mojave,CA
Summary
Dependable Heavy equipment operator with general knowledge of construction and equipment safety and willing to train others. Skilled in properly operating and maintaining tools and equipment as required in any construction environment. Conscientious Truck Driver knowledgeable about DOT safety regulations and route planning. Accident-free safe driver with clean MVR with no violations. Over 9 years of experience on road. Thrives on learning new skills quickly and approaches daily challenges with flexibility and openness to changing needs. Superior work ethic with excellent communication, multitasking and prioritization skills. Always looking for the next step up the ladder.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
City of Lancaster
Lancaster, CA
10.2020 - Current
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Maintain drainage structures such as flowlines, channels, basins, shoulders, and assist with storm cleanup.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Erected signs and cones to divert traffic in active work areas.
- Operated heavy machinery with extreme care and caution, following specific employer guidelines for safety.
- Repaired roadway signs, fences and other structures.
- Hauled and spread sand, gravel and clay to fill washouts and repair road shoulders.
- Performed preventive maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Completed scheduled inspections covering 15 different pieces of equipment.
- Updated logs with timely and accurate information meet internal requirements and DOT recordkeeping demands.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Obtained and maintained proper delivery authorization and pickup documentation.
Lead Driver
Clark & Howard Towing
Lancaster
09.2018 - 10.2020
- Respond to LA County Sheriff and California Highway Patrol calls, follow necessary safety protocols when impounding and recovering vehicles, maintain cleanliness and service on trucks, work on-call shifts weekly, maintain weekly log for personal payroll
- Completed pre- and post-trip inspections of assigned equipment and vehicles.
- Organized schedules and reviewed performance of team of 10 drivers.
- Tracked driver behavior, timekeeping and attendance.
- Tracked drivers and tractors to maximize utilization.
- Coordinated load planning for drivers to minimize dispatch delays.
- Developed and maintained communications systems for safety-critical information.
- Conducted annual driver performance reviews and compiled development plans to help drivers reach and maintain required standards.
- Conducted periodic probation reviews of new drivers.
Tow Truck Operator
R&J Towing
Lancaster
05.2015 - 09.2018
- Responded to AAA and California Highway Patrol calls, communicated efficiently with dispatch and customers, followed necessary safety protocols when on-site and impounding and recovering vehicles, maintained cleanliness and service on trucks, worked on-call shifts weekly, processed and recorded payments.
- Completed vehicle recoveries, private tows and involuntary retrievals in collaboration with businesses and police departments.
- Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
- Conducted regular vehicle and equipment inspections to maintain safety and comply with laws.
- Established relationships with agency representatives to complete towing jobs efficiently and according to procedures.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Provided safety, security and transportation in accordance with policies, procedures and regulations.
- Prepared necessary forms and reports with accuracy to perform essential recordkeeping.
- Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
- Conducted daily DOT pre-trip inspections according to set checklist.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
Warehouse Technician
Michael's Warehouse
06.2013 - 05.2015
- Operated forklifts, pallet rider, reach-truck and yard truck
- Pulled product on and off storage shelves, loaded delivery trucks, organized trucks in the yard and on loading docks.
- Operated standard warehouse equipment, assisting with loading and unloading of deliveries.
- Performed material handling processes to improve delivery accuracy and productivity.
- Stacked cargo in assigned warehouse locations with pallets and cargo boards, loading and unloading goods and supplies.
- Inspected product for freight damage and verified cartons, items and packing slip accuracy.
- Stacked and stored pallets in proper locations to keep warehouse clean and organized.
- Utilized material handling equipment to transport product to shipping locations or delivery platforms.
- Operated material handling equipment to transport product to shipping locations or delivery platforms.
Education
Graduated -
Antelope Valley High School
Skills
- General construction
- Preventive Maintenance
- Maintenance Procedures
- Pre-Operational Equipment Inspections
- Equipment Logs
- Safety Compliance
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Repair and Maintenance
- Team Collaboration
- Valid Driver's License
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Class a CDL
- Pre and Post-Trip Inspections
- Following Directions
- Bulldozer Operation
- Roadway Grading
- Backhoe Operation
- Inclement Working Conditions
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Debris Removal
- Class A Driver's License with doubles/triples - tanker endorsements
- Mechanically inclined (diesel/gas)
- Time management
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Self-motivated
- Adaptable
- Able to work under pressure
Heavy Equipment And Machinery
- Tow trucks (Wheel lift, rollback, medium duty, heavy duty(4 axle), landoll(5 axle), rotator)
- Bob-Kat
- Skid steer
- Skip loader
- Front loader
- Sky boom
- Scissor lift
- Backhoe
- Forklift
- Reachfork
- Motorgrader
- Dozer
- Side Dump
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
City of Lancaster
10.2020 - Current
Lead Driver
Clark & Howard Towing
09.2018 - 10.2020
Tow Truck Operator
R&J Towing
05.2015 - 09.2018
Warehouse Technician
Michael's Warehouse
06.2013 - 05.2015
Graduated -
Antelope Valley High School
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