Nathaniel Sneed
Mammoth Lakes,CA
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a strong background in equipment operation and teamwork, honed at Eastern Sierra Junk Removal. Proven ability to enhance workflow efficiency and ensure safety compliance while performing heavy lifting and mechanical troubleshooting. Committed to delivering high-quality results and maintaining a clean, organized work environment.
Professional general worker with track record of reliability and willingness to take on physically demanding tasks. Known for assisting in construction, maintenance, and logistics operations. Committed to team success and consistently meeting project goals through effective collaboration and adaptability.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Laborer
Eastern Sierra Junk Removal
07.2025 - Current
- Operated various tools for efficient junk removal and debris handling.
- Assisted team in sorting and categorizing materials for recycling and disposal.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of worksite to ensure safety compliance.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute timely project completions.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
- Operated heavy equipment safely to transport materials and complete tasks as required.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
Apprentice Crane Operator
Sterling Crane USA
11.2023 - 07.2025
- Operated crane equipment safely and efficiently to complete project tasks.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate inventory records for crane parts and tools.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes on job sites.
- Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
- Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.
- Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
- Learned wide range of simple and complex techniques from on-the-job training.
- Observed experienced professionals in action, gaining valuable insights into best practices within the field.
- Conducted pre-operation inspections to verify equipment functionality and safety features.
- Monitored load limits and adjusted operations to maintain stability during lifts.
- Calculated appropriate size and weight distribution to safely manage load.
- Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail while operating cranes for complex lifts, ensuring minimal disruption to surroundings.
- Ensured accurate load placement with expert use of rigging techniques and communication with ground crew members.
- Streamlined communication between team members using hand signals, radios, or other means appropriate depending on the situation.
- Increased performance by safely and efficiently operating heavy machinery and equipment.
- Operated cranes and other equipment while monitoring coworker, personal and overall work zone safety.
Power-Sports Mechanic
Evolution Powersports
12.2022 - 10.2023
- Diagnosed mechanical issues using diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on various vehicle systems.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency in repair processes.
- Maintained accurate records of service performed and parts used for each job.
- Resolved customer complaints by providing effective solutions and timely service updates.
- Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.
- Performed preventative maintenance oil changes and brake jobs to preserve performance and reliability of vehicles.
- Completed full vehicle inspections to check for leaks, damage, or other issues of concern.
Maintenance Crew Member
Convict Lake Resort
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on resort facilities and equipment.
- Assisted in landscaping, ensuring aesthetic appeal of grounds.
- Operated basic hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
- Collaborated with team to address urgent repair requests promptly.
- Supported cleaning and upkeep of common areas to enhance guest experience.
- Followed routine maintenance checklist.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Removed outdoor debris and yard clippings into receptacles to properly maintain grounds.
- Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide safe work environment.
Tire and Lube Technician
Les Schwab
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Performed tire rotations and replacements to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Conducted fluid checks and changes, maintaining vehicle longevity and reliability.
- Assisted customers with service recommendations based on vehicle needs.
- Utilized diagnostic tools to identify tire and lubrication issues efficiently.
- Adhered to safety protocols while operating machinery in fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline service processes and enhance efficiency.
- Mounted and balanced tires to promote even wear and decrease on-the-road safety hazards.
Painter/Laborer
Premier Painting Plus
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and priming to ensure high-quality finishes.
- Applied various paint types using brushes, rollers, and sprayers, ensuring smooth and even coverage.
- Assisted in maintaining inventory of paints and supplies, facilitating efficient workflow and project completion.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on time while adhering to safety protocols.
- Used sandpaper, scrapers, grinders, and steel wool to smooth surfaces.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Repaired drywall and plaster prior to painting.
Concrete Laborer
Rock N Dirt
02.2018 - 01.2019
- Operated concrete mixing equipment to ensure consistency in production quality.
- Assisted in the preparation and pouring of concrete for various construction projects.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring cleanliness and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on schedule and within specifications.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Improved safety on job site with rigorous adherence to OSHA standards and protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jan Work Community School
Mammoth Lakes, CA01-2018
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Safety awareness
- Equipment operation
- Installation and repairs
- Systems maintenance
- Inventory tracking
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Routine repairs
- Hand and power tools
- Loading and unloading
- Physical stamina and strength
- Weight distribution awareness
- Defensive driver training
- Safe driving
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- Long-haul driving
- Decision-making
- DOT compliance
- Load security
- Tractor-trailer driving specialist
- Doubles and triples specialist
- Clean driving record
- Forklift operation
- Crane assembly
- Load chart interpretation
- Crane maintenance
- Hazard identification
- Personal protective equipment
- Accident prevention
- Rigging techniques
- Hand signals
- Load balancing
- Equipment inspection
- Wire rope handling
- Hoisting equipment
- Boom angle determination
- Signal communication
- Sling selection
- Lift planning
- Fall protection
- Construction safety
- Rigging
- OSHA regulations compliance
- Customer service
- De-escalation techniques
Certification
- Certified Crane Rigger
- CDL Class A
- Tanker Endorsement
- Doubles/Triples Endorsement
- Osha 10 Card
Timeline
General Laborer
Eastern Sierra Junk Removal
07.2025 - Current
Apprentice Crane Operator
Sterling Crane USA
11.2023 - 07.2025
Power-Sports Mechanic
Evolution Powersports
12.2022 - 10.2023
Maintenance Crew Member
Convict Lake Resort
10.2021 - 07.2022
Tire and Lube Technician
Les Schwab
03.2021 - 09.2021
Painter/Laborer
Premier Painting Plus
01.2019 - 01.2021
Concrete Laborer
Rock N Dirt
02.2018 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Jan Work Community School