Rickie Uhl
Leavittsburg
Summary
Dedicated heavy machinery operator with over 15 years of experience in excavation and demolition. Proficient in routine maintenance and safety protocols, consistently contributing to team success through efficient operations and adherence to safety standards on construction sites.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Woodford Excaviting
Leavittsburg
09.2010 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation and site preparation tasks.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure safe operation.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and safely.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks on construction sites.
- Maintained cleanliness of worksite by removing debris and hazards daily.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Assisted drivers, equipment operators, and other employees in grouping and sorting materials.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
Education
GED -
Berkshire High School
Burton, OH04-2004
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Heavy machinery operation
- Excavation techniques
- Safety protocol compliance
- Routine inspections
- Demolition of houses and large commercial buildings
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Woodford Excaviting
09.2010 - Current
GED -
Berkshire High School