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Nolan Lightell Jr.

225-266-6567

Summary

Experienced heavy machinery operator with a proven track record at Zachry Industrial, specializing in loader operation and safety compliance. Successfully completed multiple projects with zero accidents, showcasing exceptional skills in excavation and proactive equipment handling. Consistently exceeded employer expectations through dedication to efficiency and safety.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Equipment Operator

Zachry Industrial
Belle Chasse, LA
02.2024 - 12.2024
  • Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
  • Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
  • Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
  • Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
  • Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
  • Kept records of material or equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
  • Loaded both raw materials and finished components to support manufacturing and production processes.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
  • Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
  • Operated excavator to efficiently dig duck banks and trenches.
  • Handled the operation of 720 articulated trucks, excavators, loaders, backhoes, bobcats, rollers, and bulldozers.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Lemoine
New Orleans, LA
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Constructed levees, roads, and canals using heavy equipment.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
  • Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
  • Kept records of material or equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
  • Loaded both raw materials and finished components to support manufacturing and production processes.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
  • Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
  • Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
  • Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
  • Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
  • Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Zachry Industrial
New Orleans, LA
02.2022 - 09.2023
  • Constructed roads by operating heavy machinery to dig trenches and build duck banks.
  • Excavated trenches and built duck banks to support road construction projects.
  • Transported materials efficiently across construction sites to facilitate road building.
  • Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
  • Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
  • Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
  • Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Carried out preventative maintenance on heavy or specialized equipment.
  • Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
  • Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
  • Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Operated a variety of heavy machinery including a 750 John Deere tractor, 720 articulated truck, excavators, backhoes, loaders, rollers, bulldozers, and Bobcats.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.

Heavy Equipment Operator

RECON
Port Sulphur, LA
01.2021 - 02.2022
  • Operated excavator to stabilize materials efficiently.
  • Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
  • Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
  • Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
  • Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
  • Finished shop cleaning, servicing, and storing after each shift.
  • Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Diproinduca
Convent, LA
02.2016 - 01.2021
  • handled the operation of multiple heavy equipment types such as tractors ,720 articulated truck, excavators, backhoes ,loaders, rollers,bulldozers and bobcats.
  • Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
  • Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
  • Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
  • Finished shop cleaning, servicing, and storing after each shift.
  • Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
  • Kept records of material or equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
  • Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
  • Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
  • Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.

Education

High School Diploma -

Port Sulphur
Port Sulphur, LA
05-1997

Skills

  • Daily vehicle inspections
  • Class A CDL
  • Activity logging
  • Loader operation
  • Backfilling techniques
  • Slope stabilization methods
  • Earthmoving operations
  • Construction equipment operation
  • Bucket truck operation
  • Forklift operation certification
  • Following directions
  • Equipment inspection
  • Equipment handling
  • Backhoe handling
  • Wheel loader operation
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Heavy haul trucking
  • Pre and Post-trip inspections
  • Pre-operational equipment inspections
  • Rock removal
  • Excavation
  • Front end loader operations
  • Excavator attachment usage
  • Safety compliance
  • Excavation depth control
  • Trench digging
  • Excavate ditches
  • Trench work
  • Demolition work
  • Load securing

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Operator

Zachry Industrial
02.2024 - 12.2024

Heavy Equipment Operator

Lemoine
09.2023 - 02.2024

Heavy Equipment Operator

Zachry Industrial
02.2022 - 09.2023

Heavy Equipment Operator

RECON
01.2021 - 02.2022

Heavy Equipment Operator

Diproinduca
02.2016 - 01.2021

High School Diploma -

Port Sulphur

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