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Michael Dixon

Hayes,VA

Summary

Diligent Loader Operator possessing excellent hand-eye coordination and multitasking abilities. Precise and efficient individual with 14 years of experience operating loaders, forklifts and a vast variety of heavy machinery. Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds and working in all weather conditions.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Dixon's Majestic Landscaping and Hauling,LLC

Michael Dixon(Myself)
01.2023 - Current
    • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
    • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
    • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
    • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
    • Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
    • Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
    • Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
    • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
    • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
    • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.

Sheet Metal Mechanic

Huntington Ingalls Industries
01.2019 - 07.2022
    • Read blueprints and schematics correctly to complete jobs accurately and prevent rework.
    • Measured installation locations with care to cut materials accurately and minimize waste.
    • Repaired existing sheet metal assemblies to restore appearance and functionality.
    • Finished and sealed ductwork to achieve ideal look and performance levels.
    • Installed ductwork and duct accessories in homes, businesses and hospitals.
    • Used rulers, squares and scribes to measure and mark dimensions and reference lines on materials.
    • Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain safe and clean working environment.

Maintenance Supervisor

James River Grounds Maintenance
11.2014 - 12.2018
    • Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules, verifying equipment safety and function.
    • Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
    • Supervised 30+ employees and scheduled shifts.
    • Monitored employee work tasks while installing, aligning, and balancing new equipment for projects.
    • Analyzed and identified equipment failure root causes and initiated correction actions.

Lead Tractor Operator

Prestige
03.2012 - 08.2014
    • Moved equipment between job locations, following traffic rules to prevent incidents and quickly reach new sites.
    • Repaired tractors and mechanical equipment.
    • Maintained Kubota tractor in good working order and regularly inspected and cleaned attachments.
    • Used large tractors to cut and plow land according to job specifications, consistently meeting deadlines with quick, accurate work.

Tractor Operator

Ashley Marie Inc.
04.2011 - 04.2012
    • Moved equipment between job locations, following traffic rules to prevent incidents and quickly reach new sites.
    • Operated hydraulic and mechanical controls to expertly move and control powerful attachments.
    • Repaired tractors and mechanical equipment.
    • Used large tractors to cut and plow land according to job specifications, consistently meeting deadlines with quick, accurate work.

Loader Operator

VPPSA
05.2010 - 03.2011
    • Operated frontend loaders(3-5 yard buckets)
    • Operated Skid Steer, Diamond Z, Grapples, and Mccluskey Machinery.
    • Maintained all equipment including top turn.
    • Operated batwing
    • Performed routine lubricating, fueling and cleaning loaders.
    • Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow.
    • Assisted in training new employees to increase team productivity and meet daily targets.
    • Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
    • Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.

Equipment Operator

Advanced Federal Corp
04.2007 - 08.2010
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
  • Managed over 15 employees.

Education

GED -

York High School
Yorktown, VA
06.2000

Skills

  • COMPUTER SKILLS
  • Software
  • Microsoft Word
  • Critical Thinking
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Time Management
  • Machinery Operation
  • Customer Needs Assessments

Timeline

Dixon's Majestic Landscaping and Hauling,LLC

Michael Dixon(Myself)
01.2023 - Current

Sheet Metal Mechanic

Huntington Ingalls Industries
01.2019 - 07.2022

Maintenance Supervisor

James River Grounds Maintenance
11.2014 - 12.2018

Lead Tractor Operator

Prestige
03.2012 - 08.2014

Tractor Operator

Ashley Marie Inc.
04.2011 - 04.2012

Loader Operator

VPPSA
05.2010 - 03.2011

Equipment Operator

Advanced Federal Corp
04.2007 - 08.2010

GED -

York High School
Michael Dixon