Otis Smith
Satsuma,AL
Summary
With a proven track record at Jackson County Board of Supervisors/Road Department, I excel in heavy equipment operation and worksite safety, ensuring project success through efficient execution and clear communication. My expertise spans from excavation to site preparation, highlighted by a commitment to safety and a knack for increasing productivity by over 30%.
Professional operator prepared for challenging role in heavy machinery. Adept at managing equipment operations with focus on safety and efficiency. Valued team player who collaborates effectively and adapts to changing work conditions. Reliable and committed to achieving operational goals.
Experienced with operating heavy machinery in construction and industrial settings. Utilizes thorough knowledge of equipment maintenance and safety procedures to ensure smooth operations. Track record of successfully completing projects on time and adhering to safety standards.
Professional equipment operator with solid background in operating heavy machinery. Skilled in safely maneuvering and maintaining equipment to ensure optimal performance. Strong emphasis on teamwork and adaptability, consistently meeting operational goals. Reliable, with focus on efficiency and safety in dynamic work environments.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
Jackson County Board of Supervisors/ Road Departm
06.2021 - Current
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Increased productivity by operating heavy machinery such as backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators for various construction projects.
- Played a key role in successful project completions by maintaining open lines of communication with supervisors and team members, ensuring timely adjustments to work strategies when needed.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Operated compactors to compact soil, asphalt and other materials.
Pipe Welder
UA ASSOCIATION
11.2009 - 04.2021
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained correct arc length and movement speed to form specified fusion depth and bead.
- Increased weld quality by utilizing appropriate techniques such as TIG, MIG, and Stick welding processes.
- Welded parts using arc, gas-shielded arc, submerged arc and gas equipment.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Provided valuable input during project planning phases by offering insights into potential challenges and solutions based on experience.
Structural Welder/Structural Fitter
NTL BOILERMAKERS
06.1992 - 10.2009
- Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding and using other equipment.
- Used MIG and TIG welding on structural supports.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully completing challenging projects that required diverse welding methods and materials expertise.
- Followed blueprints and instructions from supervisors to erect columns, beams and girders.
- Operated welding equipment to assemble and repair metal structures and elements.
Education
GED -
East Central High School
Hurley,Ms05-1992
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Worksite safety
- Skid steer operation
- Equipment inspections
- Equipment operations
- Loader operation
- Backhoe operation
- Land clearing
- General labor
- Bulldozer operation
- Site preparation
- Road construction
- Demolition procedures
- Site bulldozing
- Excavation and backfilling
- Grease and lubricant application
- Stump and rock removal
- Roadway construction
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Jackson County Board of Supervisors/ Road Departm
06.2021 - Current
Pipe Welder
UA ASSOCIATION
11.2009 - 04.2021
Structural Welder/Structural Fitter
NTL BOILERMAKERS
06.1992 - 10.2009
GED -
East Central High School
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