Michael Painter
Lexington
Summary
Versatile and results-driven professional with extensive experience in heavy equipment operation and project management, notably with Cleveland County Dist 2. Demonstrates exceptional work site safety and team communication skills, ensuring project completion with efficiency and adherence to safety protocols. Proven track record in improving equipment efficiency and leading teams to exceed project standards.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
Cleveland County Dist 2
11.2017 - Current
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- 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.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize work processes, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
- Increased equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance and timely repairs.
Street Dept Foreman
City of Newcastle
02.2010 - 08.2017
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
- Monitored 55 square miles and 265 interior miles for post-storm road conditions.
- Engaged in discussions during project planning sessions.
Truck Driver
Blue Bell Creameries
08.2008 - 02.2010
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
Sgt Combat Engineer
United States Marine Corps
05.2004 - 05.2008
- Placed explosives and performed mine-sweeping activities on land.
- Increased unit proficiency by leading rigorous training exercises in demolitions, mine warfare, and obstacle construction.
- Maintained 100% accountability of assigned equipment worth more than $Amount.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Constructed floating bridges and temporary roadways to facilitate movement of large convoys of equipment and personnel to and from battle areas.
- Supported infrastructure development projects, contributing to the stability of local communities in conflict zones.
- Assured mission success with accurate reconnaissance reports on enemy positions, terrain features, and obstacles.
- Expedited troop mobility with well-executed breaching techniques for natural or man-made obstacles during missions.
- Constructed durable bridges, roads, and field fortifications to facilitate troop movements and logistics support.
- Improved safety measures by conducting risk assessments and implementing appropriate mitigation strategies.
Education
Counstruction, Heavy Equipment, Explosives
USMC Engineer School
Camp Lejeune, NC08.2004
Diploma - Construction
Noble High School
Noble, OK05.2002
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Worksite safety
- Equipment inspections
- Proficient with equipment
- Site preparation
- Daily reporting
- Materials movement
- Materials transportation
- Project management
- Road construction
- Soil compaction
- Grade checking
- Equipment operations
- Project estimation and bidding
- Paving techniques
- Following project plans
- Grading experience
- Load securement
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment cleaning
- Team communication
- Equipment transportation
- Site observation
- Equipment Repair
- Heavy lifting
- Task delegation
- CDL license
Additional Information
References
City Of Newcastle
Kevin Self City Manager 405-387-4427
John Canary Street Super 405-550-5631
Cleveland County
Paul Meyer Foreman 405-640-4889
Jimmy Coots assistant Foreman 405-640-6686
Blue Bell Creameries
Robert Mills Branch manager 405-570-8926
Brian Ray Route supervisor 404-760-9423
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Cleveland County Dist 2
11.2017 - Current
Street Dept Foreman
City of Newcastle
02.2010 - 08.2017
Truck Driver
Blue Bell Creameries
08.2008 - 02.2010
Sgt Combat Engineer
United States Marine Corps
05.2004 - 05.2008
Counstruction, Heavy Equipment, Explosives
USMC Engineer School
Diploma - Construction
Noble High School
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