Nicholas Grant
Amarillo
Summary
Dynamic heavy equipment operator with a proven track record of safely and effectively managing a diverse range of machinery. Possesses a flawless Class A driving record and expertise in manual transmission, including adeptness at maneuvering in challenging environments. Honorably discharged former NCO from the U.S. Army, recognized with a Purple Heart for service during combat deployment in 2004, fostering exceptional leadership abilities and a robust work ethic. Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer, ready to contribute skills and experience to drive operational success.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Excavator Operator
SMC Utilities
Amarillo, TX
10.2025 - Current
- Operate excavators for trenching, backfilling, grading, and utility installation
• Dig safely around gas, water, sewer, fiber, and electrical lines
• Load/unload materials and support pipe crews as needed
• Perform daily equipment inspections and basic maintenance
• Read site plans, locate marks, and follow crew instructions
• Maintain clean, safe work zones and follow all OSHA and company safety rules
Heavy Equipment Operator/CDL Driver
TALON LPE
Amarillo, TX
02.2024 - 10.2025
- Operate excavators, loaders, dozers, skid steers, haul trucks, and other heavy machinery for environmental and remediation projects.
• Perform trenching, grading, backfilling, and site preparation for drilling and environmental cleanup.
• Assist with soil removal, waste handling, and remediation of contaminated sites.
• Conduct daily equipment inspections, preventive maintenance, and minor repairs.
• Maintain safe operation on uneven terrain, active job sites, and high‑risk environments. - Safely operate CDL‑class trucks to transport equipment, materials, and environmental waste.
• Haul roll‑off boxes, water tanks, vacuum trailers, and remediation equipment as required.
• Follow DOT regulations, company policies, and environmental transport guidelines.
• Complete accurate logs, manifests, and load documentation. - Assist with drilling operations, soil sampling, and environmental testing tasks.
• Support spill response, containment, and cleanup activities.
• Follow all OSHA, EPA, and company safety protocols.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, field crews, and clients.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Rock Island Commodities
Amarillo, TX
04.2021 - 01.2024
- Operated a wide variety of heavy equipment assisting in the day to day operations of a scrap/recycle yard. Also performed routine maintenance and welding when necessary. Refurbished equipment. Drove locally. Loading/stacking pipe and/or equipment onto a flat bed, tie down, and transportation.
- Load and unload grain, feed, and bulk commodities
• Operate conveyors, augers, and basic plant equipment
• Perform cleaning, sweeping, and general facility housekeeping
• Assist with product flow, bin transfers, and daily production tasks
• Operate forklifts/loaders/skid steers as needed
• Follow all safety, PPE, and food‑safety procedures
• Maintain accurate logs and communicate with supervisors
Education
Some college - Psychology/paramedic
CNM
Albuquerque, NM11-2011
High school diploma or GED - undefined
Skills
- Working on construction projects
- Power tools
- Mechanical excavators
- Forklift
- Commercial driving
- La Bounty BLS-80 shear attachment
- Tanker Experience
- Backhoe Operation
- Military Experience
- Geometry
- OSHA
- Outdoor work
- Manual Transmission Experience
- Heavy lifting
- Excavation equipment operator experience
- Construction workplace safety regulations
- Front loader truck
- Basic math
- Water truck
- Communication skills
- Tractor-Trailer
- Environmental remediation
- Respiratory protection
- Construction
- Welding
- Customer service
- Underground utilities
- Workplace health and safety regulatory compliance
- Manual transmission
- Problem-solving
- Safe work practices
- Dump truck
- Skid steer loader
- Loader Operation
- Excavator operation
- Machine maintenance
- Safety procedures
- Equipment inspection
- Following directions
- Land clearing
- Effective communication skills
- Demolition work
- Pre-operational equipment checks
- Environmental awareness
- Attachment changing
- Trench digging
- Finish carpentry
- Framing construction
Certification
- OSHA 10 May 2011 to Present
- CDL A December 2023 to October 2028 Class A license with N endorsement.
- First Aid Certification April 2024 to April 2026
- CPR Certification April 2024 to April 2026
- BNSF Contractor Saftey Orientation March 2024 to March 2025
- Railway Education March 2024 to March 2025
- Drug and Alcohol awareness for all railway workers March 2024 to March 2025
- H2S Awareness training March 2024 to March 2025
- HAZWOPER March 2024 to March 2025
- DOT Physical Certification
- CDL B
- TWIC Card
- Air Brake Endorsement
- Driver's License
- Tanker Endorsement
- CDL
Languages
English
Timeline
Excavator Operator
SMC Utilities
10.2025 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator/CDL Driver
TALON LPE
02.2024 - 10.2025
Heavy Equipment Operator
Rock Island Commodities
04.2021 - 01.2024
High school diploma or GED - undefined
Some college - Psychology/paramedic
CNM