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RICH ERBEN

RICH ERBEN

Meridian,ID

Summary

To obtain a position as a Foreman, Supervisor, Heavy Haul Driver, and/or Equipment Operator, where my skills, knowledge, and abilities can best be utilized Effective equipment operator with experience inspecting, repairing and operating construction equipment to meet job-site demand. Team-oriented and reliable with patient and hardworking nature focused on completing work accurately every time. Good supply management skills and spatial awareness.

Professional heavy equipment operator with strong expertise in operating and maintaining variety of machinery. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic work environments. Excels in safety protocols, precision operations, and problem-solving, ensuring efficiency and high-quality results. Reliable team player focused on achieving operational goals and contributing to team success.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Equipment Operator

Ledcor Group
09.2023 - 12.2024

Forman and supervisor for running crews and Run Excavator and plow and drill for placing fiber in the ground.

Heavy Equipment Operator & Heavy Haul Driver.

WARNER CONSTRUCTION. ID
03.2019 - 09.2023
  • Backfilled excavated locations after completion of work to protect piping and prepare for final grading.
  • Installed water, sewer and storm drain systems, laying as many as [400] feet per day.

HEAVY HAUL DRIVER & EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

DBA Construction
11.2015 - 03.2019
  • RUN DOZER, EXCAVATOR,LOADER, FOR
  • run crusher

run milling machine

  • Loaded and unloaded trucks manually following proper guidelines while safeguarding delivery materials.
  • Updated daily logs for time, materials and team activities.
  • Led daily and weekly meetings to discuss safety requirements and new procedures.
  • Operated with accurate aggregate sizes and classifications.

DRIVER, EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

ASPEN DEVELOPERS
12.2013 - 11.2015
  • RUN DOZER, EXCAVATOR, LOADER,
  • BLADE,BACKHOE,
  • pipe crew forman
  • payroll
  • Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
  • Inspected worksites to survey for potential hazards or safety concerns.
  • Studied project specifications to plan sequence and schedule for pipe installations. Read Plans.

CDL DRIVER & EQUIPMENT OPERATOR, DOZER OPERATOR

Ada Sand & Gravel & Construction
02.2010 - 01.2014
  • Run loader
  • load trucks
  • run dozer push materials.
  • stock pile materials
  • Used dozer to level soil, move rock and debris and scoop soil.
  • Checked filters and grease equipment and observed distribution of paving materials.
  • Operated dozer and heavy equipment safely and appropriately.

DRIVER, EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Nampa Paving and Asphalt
01.2004 - 03.2010
  • Operate Excavator. dozer, loader, and blade
  • Performed grading of site land and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
  • Inspected and repaired equipment to maintain durability and optimal performance.
  • Observed company safety protocols for trench safety and perimeter establishment to reduce job site accidents.
  • Maintained clean driving record to drive construction vehicles to and from work site.
  • Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.

CDL DRIVER & EQUIPMENT

WSP
01.2002 - 12.2003
  • OPERATOR, RUN MILLING MACHINE, LOADER, EXCAVATOR,
  • D02ER,BLADE OPERATOR,

  • Maintained production and quality documentation.
  • Reported failures, malfunctions or wear issues on equipment to supervisor.

  • Utilized hand and power tools and heavy machinery during manufacturing processes.
  • Observed and troubleshot equipment and machines to detect malfunctions and notify appropriate personnel of needed repairs.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Welding

UNR

Sage Truck Driving School
01.2006

High School Diploma -

Modesto High School
01.1981

Skills

  • SKILLS & ABILITIES
  • Over 20 years OTR heavy haul experience including RGN, 7 axle, 10 axle, 13 axle, with jeep and buster,
  • 15 years of heavy equipment experience including excavator, back hoe, rock saw, haul truck, boom truck,
  • Dozer, skip loader/gammon, bobcat, roto pulverizer, and loader operator, milling head on bobcat140 m grader
  • Or joystick
  • Diesel mechanic, oiler, and welder,
  • Supervisor/Foreman responsibilities including work production reports, timecards, payroll, and j onsite safety,
  • All endorsements including Hazmat,
  • Computer literate in
  • MS Office, Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows,
  • Ability to perform quality work with faced with new or unexpected situations,
  • Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and hardworking "Get it done" attitude that encourages a
  • Positive/safe work environment
  • Expert in [Equipment]
  • Grading Experience
  • Materials Transportation
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Equipment Repair
  • Heavy equipment operation

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Operator

Ledcor Group
09.2023 - 12.2024

Heavy Equipment Operator & Heavy Haul Driver.

WARNER CONSTRUCTION. ID
03.2019 - 09.2023

HEAVY HAUL DRIVER & EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

DBA Construction
11.2015 - 03.2019

DRIVER, EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

ASPEN DEVELOPERS
12.2013 - 11.2015

CDL DRIVER & EQUIPMENT OPERATOR, DOZER OPERATOR

Ada Sand & Gravel & Construction
02.2010 - 01.2014

DRIVER, EQUIPMENT OPERATOR

Nampa Paving and Asphalt
01.2004 - 03.2010

CDL DRIVER & EQUIPMENT

WSP
01.2002 - 12.2003

Sage Truck Driving School

High School Diploma -

Modesto High School

Some College (No Degree) - Welding

UNR
RICH ERBEN