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Nicholas Sherwood

Elk,WA

Summary

Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator proficient in operating backhoes, excavators, dump trucks, off-road trucks and loaders. Dependable and hardworking team leader and collaborator with 19 years of oil field construction industry experience. Recognized for working safely and efficiently while supporting and leading teams to meet deadlines.

Results-driven Leads Specialist known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in lead generation strategies, computer proficiency. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless collaboration across departments to drive effective productivity.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Roads and Pads Lead

CCI Industrial
Deadhorse, Alaska
05.2023 - Current
  • Hire, manage, and dispatch employees to ensure work duties are lined out for daily tasks.
  • Work on the computer in an administrative capacity.
  • Keep up time cards for all employees.
  • Manage fuel logs for all fuel needs in the field.
  • Crisis management controller when emergencies arise.
  • Work on a radio, and multiple phones at one time.
  • Maintain safety standards and provide training when necessary.
  • Navigate multiple companies, equipment, prioritizing for the entire field.
  • Maintain positive work relationships keeping morale up.

Driver/Operations Lead

Northern Hotshot Services
Eagle River, AK
01.2021 - 02.2022
  • Supervised team for road construction, lining out schedules for drivers.
  • Monitored road conditions during trips to determine if any adjustments need to be made due to weather or traffic delays.
  • Participated in training sessions regarding safe driving practices and defensive driving techniques.
  • Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle emergency situations calmly and effectively.
  • Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
  • Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and other applicable laws governing transportation of cargo.
  • Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
  • Reported any incidents involving the truck or its cargo to management immediately.

Field Foreman

Peak Oil Field Service Company
Prudhoe Bay, AK
10.2017 - 12.2020
  • Planned and delegated work to meet planned project and production goals.
  • Diagnosed and corrected malfunctions with equipment and machinery.
  • Conferred with technical and administrative staff to devise and implement corrective actions.
  • Led worksite preparation and project planning for smoothly run jobs.
  • Upheld schedule requirements and quality demands with hands-on project supervision.
  • Monitored parts and equipment used at job sites.
  • Maintained high standards of safety, productivity and quality for every job.
  • Delegated duties to each employee based upon his or her skills set and monitored progress daily.
  • Viewed and checked job equipment daily to determine maintenance requirements.
  • Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of safety at all job sites.
  • Reported to supervisors daily regarding project progress, site problems and labor status.
  • Communicated positively with employees, demonstrating high company standards and mitigating issues immediately.

Driver/Operator

Peak Oil Field Service Company
Prudhoe Bay, AK
07.2005 - 10.2017
  • Followed safety rules to keep clean driving record with no accidents or incidents.
  • Achieved consistently high customer scores due to exceptional service.
  • Planned optimal routes to minimize delays and maximize time efficiency.
  • Maintained optimal safety by adapting driving to match current traffic conditions and applying defensive strategies to avoid accidents.
  • Construction and Maintenance of Roads and Pads.
  • Construction and Maintenance of Ice Roads.
  • Moved 1.8 million pound oil rigs across environmentally sensitive locations.
  • Worked in extreme weather conditions without incident.
  • Moved a 1.9 million pound oil rig across an ice bridge over a river without incident.
  • Coordinated with team members and remained flexible in work scheduling to meet service needs.
  • Practiced safe and secure loading methods to avoid damaging million dollar pieces of equipment.

Education

Certification of Outboard 1 - Outboard

Yamaha Motor Corporation
Georgia
6 2003

Class A CDL - Hazardous And Tanker Endorsements

CDL
Alaska
5 2003

High School Diploma -

Homer High School
Homer, AK
4 1997

Skills

  • Job planning
  • Job site management
  • Quality control
  • Project management
  • Operator of Heavy Equipment (ie Dozer, Loader, Excavator, Compactor, Backhoe, Articulating End Dump, Grader, Forklift, Man Lift, Asphalt Trimmer, Snow Blower, Prime Mover, Trencher)
  • Operator of Trucks (ie Tractor Trailer, Bed Truck, Winch Truck, Water Truck, Super Sucker, Vacuum Truck, 75 - 100 Ton Removable Goose Neck Trailer, Low Boy, Scissor Neck, Tractor Trailer End Dump)
  • Strategic Thinking
  • Relationship Development
  • Time management abilities
  • Hard Worker
  • Loyal
  • Honest
  • Great Work Ethic
  • Integrity
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Effective Communication

Timeline

Roads and Pads Lead

CCI Industrial
05.2023 - Current

Driver/Operations Lead

Northern Hotshot Services
01.2021 - 02.2022

Field Foreman

Peak Oil Field Service Company
10.2017 - 12.2020

Driver/Operator

Peak Oil Field Service Company
07.2005 - 10.2017

Certification of Outboard 1 - Outboard

Yamaha Motor Corporation

Class A CDL - Hazardous And Tanker Endorsements

CDL

High School Diploma -

Homer High School
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