Patrick Shortt
Newport News,VA
Summary
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as a team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. Ready to bring 7+ years of experience in heavy equipment operation and the highway construction industry to a new role.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer
James City County Police
06.2023 - Current
- Followed protocols and procedures to perform tasks quickly and minimize mistakes.
- Conducted physical training to keep fit and perform job duties productively.
- Managed paperwork by tracking records to remain organized and maximize accuracy.
- Talked regularly with citizens to establish rapport and become familiar presence in area.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Basic Construction
10.2021 - 05.2023
- Maintained machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts
- Provided technical assistance to other workers on job site
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
Suspension Technician
Factory Connection
08.2020 - 10.2021
- Inspected and troubleshooted suspension components, rebuilt and revalved as requested
- Maintained a clean work and shop area
- Traveled to various work events nationwide when necessary
- Monitored inventory of parts and accessories
- Happily answered questions from customers about suspension components on his/her machine
- Successfully operated machinery and tools such as lathes, drill presses, dyes, taps, spring compressors, ect.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Waste Management
07.2019 - 08.2020
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs
- Documented equipment usage and maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents
- Operated compactors to compact soil, asphalt and other materials
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Basic Construction
08.2014 - 07.2019
- Upkept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts
- Provided technical assistance to other workers on job site
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards
Education
High School Diploma -
Gloucester High School
Gloucester, VASkills
- Capacity for engaging in teamwork and ability to collaborate
- Able to multi-task efficiently
- Safety Procedures
- Personnel Protection
- OSHA-30 Certification
- Road Construction
- Daily Vehicle Assessments
- Worksite Safety and Maintenance
- Asphalt Paving
- Best Practices and Standards
- Routine Cleaning
Certification
OSHA 30
Adult & Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
Forklift Certified
DCJS Certification
Timeline
Police Officer
James City County Police
06.2023 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Basic Construction
10.2021 - 05.2023
Suspension Technician
Factory Connection
08.2020 - 10.2021
Heavy Equipment Operator
Waste Management
07.2019 - 08.2020
Heavy Equipment Operator
Basic Construction
08.2014 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Gloucester High School
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