Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Renita Magnuson

KNIK Construction
Big Lake,AK
1
Certification
34
years of professional experience

Experienced equipment operator and truck driver with 30+ years of heavy equipment operation, equipment inspections, and worksite safety. Skilled in moving materials, securing loads, and keeping jobsites running safely and efficiently.

Work History

Equipment Operator/Truck Driver

34 Years 5 Months
KNIK Construction | 05.1992 - 10.2026
  • Operated excavators, loaders, and dozers.
  • Inspected equipment daily, identifying mechanical issues before starting work.
  • Maintained equipment cleanliness, fueling, and routine service to reduce downtime.
  • Adapted machine operation to changing terrain, weather, and jobsite conditions.
  • Trained newer operators on safe equipment handling and jobsite procedures.
  • Monitored work areas for hazards, enforcing safety practices during active operations.
  • 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.
  • Assisted in training new operators, providing guidance on proper equipment usage and safety procedures.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle company needs.
  • Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
  • Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
  • Participated in regular safety meetings to reinforce best practices within the company and ensure a hazard-free workplace.
  • Compliance with safety standards and regulations related to proper PPE, hand signals and equipment movements.
  • Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
  • Maintained detailed logs of equipment usage and maintenance, ensuring accountability and operational readiness.
  • Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.

Education

High School Diploma

Nome Beltz | Nome, AK

Skills

Heavy equipment operation
Worksite safety
Skid steer operation
Equipment inspections
Loader operation
Backhoe operation
General labor
Following instructions
Bulldozer operation
Materials transportation
Air compressor use
Load securement
Equipment cleaning
Preventive Maintenance
Equipment transportation

Certification

Forklift

TWIC

Timeline

Equipment Operator/Truck Driver

KNIK Construction
05.1992 - 10.2026Read More

Nome Beltz

High School Diploma
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Renita Magnuson