Michael Kelly
Cohasset,CA
Summary
Dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator with over 23 years of experience operating dozers, excavators, graders, and loaders in construction, timber, and wildfire environments. Proven expertise in supporting Cal Fire operations on active fire lines and executing fire suppression repairs while maintaining a strong safety record. Recognized for a collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic work settings, consistently utilizing efficient techniques for machinery control and site safety. Committed to achieving operational goals through effective teamwork, timely project completion, and a focus on precision operations and problem-solving to deliver high-quality results.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Hard Rock Engineering LLC
Orland, CA
08.2025 - Current
- Operate excavators for utility trenching and underground installation.
- Perform grading and site preparation using dozers and graders.
- Complete work ahead of schedule while maintaining safety standards.
- Conduct daily inspections and preventative maintenance on equipment.
Heavy Equipment Operator
The Timber Company
Cohasset, CA
01.2025 - 08.2025
- Operated heavy equipment for timber operations and earthmoving.
- Worked closely with logging crews to maintain production schedules.
- Assisted with land clearing and grading operations.
Heavy Equipment Operator
D&M Holdings
Placerville, CA
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Operated excavators and loaders for construction site preparation.
- Completed trenching and earthmoving tasks according to project plans.
- Maintained a zero-incident safety record.
Lead Equipment Operator / Foreman
MGC
Oroville, CA
11.2018 - 09.2023
- Supervised equipment operators and field crews.
- Conducted daily safety briefings and equipment inspections.
- Operated dozers and excavators on wildfire lines supporting Cal Fire.
- Performed post-fire suppression repair and land restoration.
- Reduced downtime through proactive equipment maintenance.
Heavy Equipment Operator
MLD
Oroville, CA
11.2018 - 09.2023
- Operated heavy equipment on construction and earthmoving projects.
- Completed site preparation, grading, and trenching work.
- Assisted with wildfire response operations under Cal Fire contracts.
Additional Heavy Equipment Experience
Various Construction & Excavation Companies
CA
2003 - 2018
- Managed operation of heavy equipment for residential, commercial, and land clearing projects.
- Oversaw grading, trenching, excavation, and site preparation operations, adhering to safety and quality standards.
- Engaged with excavation crews and construction contractors in forestry operations throughout Northern California to ensure seamless project execution.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bret Harte High School
Skills
- Proficient in operating heavy machinery
- Site readiness
- Trenching and site grading
- Wildfire suppression operations
- Executing regular equipment assessments
- Job site hazard assessment
- Crew management
- Equipment safety management
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Hard Rock Engineering LLC
08.2025 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
The Timber Company
01.2025 - 08.2025
Heavy Equipment Operator
D&M Holdings
01.2024 - 11.2024
Lead Equipment Operator / Foreman
MGC
11.2018 - 09.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator
MLD
11.2018 - 09.2023
Additional Heavy Equipment Experience
Various Construction & Excavation Companies
2003 - 2018
High School Diploma -
Bret Harte High School
Equipment Experience
- Bulldozers
- Excavators
- Motor Graders
- Front End Loaders
- Earthmoving Equipment
- Utility Trenching Equipment