Randy Jones
Granbury
Summary
Dedicated heavy equipment operator and skilled welder with a strong focus on safety and efficiency. Proven track record in executing complex projects while maintaining high safety standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Shaw's Southwest Grille
Granbury, TX
09.2025 - Current
- Prepared and cooked a variety of menu items according to established recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient usage and replenishment needs.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Operated grill equipment efficiently, maintaining consistent cooking temperatures for optimal results.
- Prepared ingredients for grilling, ensuring freshness and quality in food preparation.
Heavy Equipment Operator Supervisor
American Dirtworks
Granbury, TX
08.2024 - 09.2025
- Operated heavy machinery, including bulldozers and excavators, for site preparation and material movement.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance to ensure equipment safety and functionality.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute earthwork projects efficiently and effectively.
- Followed safety protocols and regulations to maintain a secure work environment on job sites.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Interpreted blueprints and project plans to determine operational requirements for tasks.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues for timely troubleshooting and repairs.
- Implemented best practices in operational workflows to enhance productivity on construction sites.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Freedom Excavation
Granbury, TX
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Operated heavy machinery including excavators and bulldozers for excavation projects.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with site supervisors to coordinate project timelines and workflow efficiency.
- Monitored environmental conditions to mitigate hazards during excavation activities.
- Implemented best practices in site safety, reducing incidents and promoting a safe work environment.
- Assisted in developing operational plans that enhanced productivity across multiple job sites.
- Troubleshot equipment issues promptly, minimizing downtime and ensuring project continuity.
Contract Welder
Self-Employed
Granbury, TX
03.2017 - 07.2022
- Fabricated and assembled metal components according to project specifications.
- Operated MIG and stick welding equipment for diverse projects.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols and industry standards during all welding tasks.
- Conducted quality inspections of welds to maintain high craftsmanship standards.
- Developed efficient workflows to enhance productivity in custom fabrication projects.
- Resolved technical challenges by troubleshooting welding processes effectively.
- Collaborated with clients to interpret blueprints and customize designs per requirements.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Enhanced welding quality by following precise welding procedures and maintaining proper equipment settings.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to compare finished products against design specifications.
- Reduced workplace accidents through strict compliance with safety regulations and guidelines.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Delivered high-quality customer service as a reliable and skilled welder, contributing to positive company reputation and repeat business.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Completed welding projects using flux-cored arc and plasma arc equipment.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Chipped off excess weld, slag, and spatter using hand tools.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Breckenridge High School
Breckenridge05-1983
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Safe equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Torch cutting
- Grinding and finishing
- Pipe welding
Timeline
Cook
Shaw's Southwest Grille
09.2025 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator Supervisor
American Dirtworks
08.2024 - 09.2025
Heavy Equipment Operator
Freedom Excavation
07.2022 - 08.2024
Contract Welder
Self-Employed
03.2017 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
Breckenridge High School