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MICHAEL NUNES

Manteca,Ca

Summary

Current Local 3 Operating Engineers Heavy Equipment Mechanic and previous Field Supervisor with a proven track record at CEMEX and West Coast Arborists, adept in equipment maintenance and team leadership. Excelled in diagnostics, safety oversight, and operational efficiency, enhancing machinery performance and team productivity. Skilled in mechanics and analytics, alongside effective communication, I drive significant improvements in field and equipment management.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

CEMEX
Livermore, CA
05.2024 - Current
  • Maintained and repaired heavy equipment such as bulldozers, cranes, graders, excavators, and loaders.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems using computerized or manual testing equipment.
  • Performed routine preventative maintenance on heavy equipment including oil changes, lubrication of parts, and engine tune-ups.
  • Repaired engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, brakes, and other components of heavy machinery.
  • Replaced worn out parts such as hoses, belts, bearings and seals.
  • Adjusted operational settings to ensure proper performance of the machinery.
  • Inspected machines for safety issues prior to operation by operators or customers.
  • Troubleshot electrical systems on heavy machinery.
  • Dismantled heavy equipment to locate and accurately diagnose mechanical defects.
  • Kept accurate records of all machine and equipment repair work that had been performed.
  • Provided on-site emergency repair services to minimize downtime during operations.

Field Supervisor /Arborist

West Coast Arborists
06.2015 - 05.2024
  • Developed successful resolutions for issues that arose during field operations.
  • Completed projects milestones on time by keeping team members on task and operating with efficiency.
  • Monitored timelines, set up order of operations and managed field schedules.
  • Maintained positive vendor relationships and open lines of communication to enable resource availability.
  • Suggested or initiated promotions, transfers or hires.
  • Assigned work to field employees, based on material or work requirements for specific jobs.
  • Trained workers in equipment operation, safety procedures and company policies.
  • Identified tree species and inspected for health and safety.
  • Cared for trees through watering, branch removal and pruning.
  • Answered inquiries and complaints from public related to sick, damaged or hazardous trees and shrubs.
  • Analyzed and identified plant diseases.
  • Facilitated safety meetings on tree health and care maintenance.
  • Maintained inventory of plants, trees and bushes.
  • Supported client with financial analysis, budget management and operational cost control.
  • Drove and operated utility trucks and other equipment.
  • Arranged traffic cones, drums and other equipment to direct traffic and barricade work areas.
  • Submitted job status reports for recordkeeping.
  • Reviewed service tickets and investigated customer complaints to identify problems.
  • Gathered and evaluated data for validity, accuracy and completeness.

Equipment Operator /Commercial Driver

WEST COAST ARBORIST
01.2015 - 06.2015
  • Northern California Region, California Class B Driver's License, with Airbrake endorsement.
  • Operate heavy equipment; including Aerial Boom, Stub Grinder, Bobcat, Loader, Chipper, and Roll-off Split Shift Truck.
  • Move 4-15 Tons per shift of fallen trees for Northern California Counties.
  • Operate hand-held equipment; chain saws, power pruner, hydraulic pruner, pull saw, pull pruner, hand sheers.
  • Area of Responsibility includes San Jose to the Oregon border.
  • Perform as on-call operator in addition to standard shifts.

Education

(UVM) Utility Vegetation Management - Vegetation Management

University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point
Stevens Point, WI
12.2022

High School Diploma -

Calla High School
2007

Skills

  • Skilled in oral and written communication
  • Team leadership
  • Attentive listening
  • Safety procedures
  • Lifting up to 100 lbs
  • Power tools
  • OSHA regulatory compliance
  • Heavy equipment operator
  • Purchase orders
  • Landscaping and groundskeeping
  • Equipment maintenance and repair
  • Database updates
  • Recordkeeping
  • Data collection and analysis
  • Site management
  • Safety oversight
  • Job planning
  • Multitasking
  • Records and documentation
  • Building maintenance
  • Supply ordering
  • Safety protocols
  • Teambuilding
  • Microsoft Office
  • Goal-oriented
  • Program evaluation
  • Organization
  • People skills
  • Mechanics and analytics
  • Reporting and documentation

Certification

  • ISA Certified Arborist
  • ISA Certified Arborist Utility Specialist
  • Tress Risk Assessment Qualification
  • Utility Vegetation Management Professional Certificate
  • (CTSP) Certified Treecare Safety Professional from the TCIA
  • CPR Certified from the American Heart Association
  • CAT Peterson University - Next Gen small and medium hex trained
  • CAT Peterson University - Electrical Fundumentals

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

CEMEX
05.2024 - Current

Field Supervisor /Arborist

West Coast Arborists
06.2015 - 05.2024

Equipment Operator /Commercial Driver

WEST COAST ARBORIST
01.2015 - 06.2015

(UVM) Utility Vegetation Management - Vegetation Management

University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point

High School Diploma -

Calla High School

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