Kevin Arnett
Rochester,NY
Summary
Dependable heavy machine operator with detailed situational awareness in high-risk environments. General knowledge of construction and equipment safety and willing to train others. Skilled in properly operating and maintaining tools and equipment as required in a wide range of construction environments. Excellent repair, multitasking, and communication skills paired with a superior work ethic and disciplined nature. Seeking a long-term role with room for career growth.
Miscellaneous experience with landscaping and towing in addition to construction and electrical.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commercial Electricion
McGurk Electric
Rochester, NY
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Resolved safety issues related to faulty wiring installation practices in a timely manner.
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Worked extensively on three-phase, 277/480 volt power distribution systems.
- Followed safety procedures when working on energized circuits; observed lockout and tagout requirements when servicing equipment.
- Collaborated with architects on electrical systems design for new construction.
- Reviewed blueprints to determine electrical component and wiring locations.
- Installed conduit, wire and motor controls.
- Diagnosed malfunctioning systems using schematics diagrams and test instruments such as digital multimeters.
- Installed conduits or pipes inside partitions, walls or other designated, concealed areas.
Machine Operator
Trimline
Rochester, NY
03.2021 - 11.2021
- Conducted yard maintenance tasks according to contract and to meet customer satisfaction.
- Hauled or spread topsoil, gravel and mulch using wheelbarrows and rakes.
- Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
- Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, screwdrivers. to perform minor repairs on mowers.
- Adjusted amount of water consumption using irrigation methods to prevent waste.
- Checked fuel levels prior to starting the engine on each job site.
- Followed safety procedures and protocols to minimize equipment mishaps.
- Decorated gardens, paths and beds with stones or plants.
- Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
- Cut grass, trimmed trees and bushes and blew clippings off pavement.
Heavy Machine Operator
Claymore Development
Hilton, NY
04.2013 - 04.2018
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Performed pre- and post-trip vehicle and equipment inspections to check for maintenance and repair needs.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Attended training sessions as required to stay up-to-date on new technologies.
- Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
- Operated dozer controls to regulate height and angle of dozer blade.
- Operated high-pressure water and vacuum systems to liquify and remove dirt from target areas.
- Completed daily work and maintenance logs.
- Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
- Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
- Followed related safety regulations, contract requirements, company policies and operating procedures.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto machines for processing.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Identified potential hazards associated with machine operation and took appropriate action.
Education
GED -
East High
Rochester, NY05-1997
Skills
- Equipment Inspections
- Setting up Machines
- Diagnostic Test Performance
- Safety Regulations Compliance
- Counting Inventory
- Data Entry
- Hand and Power Tools
- Loading and Unloading
- Crew Management
- Concrete Mixing
- Land Clearing
- Lift up to 100 Pounds
- Removing Limbs
- Pump Attachment Maintenance
- Documentation and Reporting
- Using Chainsaws
- Road Construction
- Bulldozer Operation
- Asphalt Paving
- Forklift Operation
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Client Relations
- Backhoe Operation
- Safe Driving Practices
Certification
- Previously certified in Hazardous Waste Removal Operations and willing to re-certify.
- Previously certified in Asbestos Removal Operations and willing to re-certify.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Commercial Electricion
McGurk Electric
09.2022 - 11.2023
Machine Operator
Trimline
03.2021 - 11.2021
Heavy Machine Operator
Claymore Development
04.2013 - 04.2018
GED -
East High
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