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Michael Short

Belcourt,ND

Summary

Versatile and collaborative professional with extensive experience as a Heavy Equipment Operator at Branko Brothers Construction and a School Bus Driver at Ojibwa Indian School. Excelled in operating a wide range of machinery and fostering positive environments. Known for punctuality, teamwork, and a strong safety record, significantly reducing job site accidents and ensuring efficient project completion.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

School Bus Driver

Ojibwa Indian School
03.2008 - Current
  • Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
  • Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
  • Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
  • Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
  • Obeyed federal, [State] and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
  • Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
  • Demonstrated strict adherence to safety regulations and traffic laws to safeguard passengers.
  • Adapted quickly to unexpected situations such as road closures or detours while maintaining composure under pressure to ensure timely arrivals at destinations.
  • Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
  • Maintained accurate records of student pick-ups and drop-offs, ensuring proper documentation for school administration purposes.
  • Collaborated with school administrators to address any behavioral issues arising during transportation effectively.
  • Maintained [State] driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Branko Brothers Construction
05.2005 - 08.2007
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
  • Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
  • Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
  • Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Holen Construction
05.2002 - 11.2004
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
  • Assisted in training new hires on proper operation techniques and safety procedures for various pieces of heavy equipment.
  • Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
  • Maintained accurate logs of equipment operation hours, maintenance activities, and project progress for streamlined record-keeping purposes.
  • Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.

Education

High School Diploma -

Turtle Mountain Community High School
Belcourt, ND
05-1992

Skills

    I work very well with others I believe in team work and getting the job done well and in a timely fashion

    I am able to operate multiple machinery 627 scraper, motor grader, back hoe, pay loader, skid steer

    I also do plumbing work and some electrical work have also done many carpentry jobs

    believe in being punctual and on time and getting production done in the time i am at work

Timeline

School Bus Driver

Ojibwa Indian School
03.2008 - Current

Heavy Equipment Operator

Branko Brothers Construction
05.2005 - 08.2007

Heavy Equipment Operator

Holen Construction
05.2002 - 11.2004

High School Diploma -

Turtle Mountain Community High School
Michael Short