Richard Ray Ross
Centralia,WA
Summary
My primary objective is to work in an environment where I have the ability to help people. To do my job beyond what is required and do it well. I would like to work in a capacity where I can use my skills and abilities to support the people that I work with in a positive and efficient manner. I am looking for long term professional growth and work opportunities. I would like to utilize my knowledge in a well-rounded capacity. I am looking for new challenges at work.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Waste Connections Inc.
06.2022 - Current
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- 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.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Increased productivity by operating heavy machinery such as backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators for various construction projects.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- 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.
- Enhanced worksite safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
- Assisted in training new hires on proper operation techniques and safety procedures for various pieces of heavy equipment.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
Maintenance Tech 2
WSDOT
05.2017 - 01.2020
- I was responsible for traffic control, performing layouts and set-up of traffic control on single and multilane highways, including setting up signage, manually flagging traffic, and operating attenuator/buffer truck. I was responsible for the application of pavement markings and reflective buttons, I was responsible for guardrail and cable barrier repair as well as asphalt repair and finish.I have experience operating a vactor truck, snow plow, dump truck, auger, and sky crane. My job duties included effectively communicating through the use of radio and phone equipment to communicate with other crewmembers and lead technician. Perform hard physical labor such as moving and transporting heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds and operating a multitude of electrical tools and heavy equipment. Maintain roadway features such as Raised Pavement Markers, paint lines, or reflective features. Perform a variety of roadway maintenance tasks in close proximity to high volume, high-speed traffic. Practice good housekeeping and actively participate in cleaning the crew rooms, storage areas, restrooms, truck bays, etc. Navigate rough and steep surfaces during the performance of job tasks. Use computer skills to communicate through email including adding attachments.
Laborer
Vestal and Sons
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Septic installation and repair, bulldozer work, mechanical repairs on heavy equipment and saw mill operation while maintaining safe work practices and following company policies and procedures.
Driver
Lows Readymix
09.2014 - 05.2016
- Concrete delivery, truck driver, pouring while maintaining an on time work performance. Pour and finishing ecology blocks.
Education
Class A CDL - Doubles, Triples, Tankers, Intrastate
College of Western Idaho
01.2013
Skills
- Roadwork and Maintenance
- Traffic control, closing lanes, flagging on various terrain, mobile operations, attenuator, emergency response, snow plow operations, vactor truck, drill rigs, thermoplastics and striping, reflective buttons, bucket truck operation, crane operation, sign maintenance and installation, pothole patches, sidewalk repair and installation, curbing concrete pours, vegetation management, storm drain, culvert, ditches and catch basin maintenance Guardrail removal, installation and repair Cable barrier removal, installation and repair
- Concrete
- 3 years of concrete building and tearing down forms, pours and finishing for sidewalks, curbs flatwork, footings, walls for commercial and residential applications
- Equipment management and experience
- Loaders, backhoes, bulldozer, dumptrucks, forklifts, semi trucks, multiple types of mowers, trailers, sky crane, vactor truck, chain saws, power hand tools of all types, hydraulic press, lathes, grinders, commercial sandblasters, augers, jackhammers, power trowels, compactors, balers
- Time management and work ethic
- I Manage time well, multitask and coordinate work outcomes/activities with multiple partners in a team building environment with a team player attitude I work with safety at the forefront, taking the safety of myself, my peers and the public with utmost seriousness I handle difficult or sensitive situations using sound independent judgment I provide effective professional communication (both orally and written) of complex department policies and Procedures I work well under pressure with frequent in-person interactions and numerous interruptions I work well independently and as a part of a team I have fantastic customer service skillsI am physically fit and capable of the physical aspects of working in a field environment
- Design and project management:
- Reading, deciphering, and applying specification manuals and applicable construction documents
- Surveying, measuring and verification of site while foreseeing and documenting possible conflicts
- Imputing and professionally communicating all verified data to all appropriate parties, including engineers
- Reviewing and final inspection of all built products and management of delivery and installation
- Management of “fires” or urgent situations by any safe and appropriate means necessary
- My Program proficiencies
- Microsoft Programs: Word, Excel, Outlook
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Waste Connections Inc.
06.2022 - Current
Maintenance Tech 2
WSDOT
05.2017 - 01.2020
Laborer
Vestal and Sons
09.2016 - 05.2017
Driver
Lows Readymix
09.2014 - 05.2016
Class A CDL - Doubles, Triples, Tankers, Intrastate
College of Western Idaho
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