Shakeem Oliver
Shiprock
Summary
Safety-focused Heavy Equipment Operator and Commercial Driver with hands-on experience in excavation, underground utilities, construction projects, and commercial driving operations. Trained through San Juan College School of Energy and NCCER programs in operating multiple types of heavy equipment including excavators, loaders, graders, and off-road dump trucks. Experienced in utility investigations, fiber optic construction, grading, and site preparation. Currently pursuing an Associate degree in Commercial Construction Safety while completing plumbing and construction training through Navajo Technical University. Seeking opportunities with Navajo Nation government agencies, construction companies, and transportation employers where skills in equipment operation, CDL driving, and infrastructure work can contribute to safe and efficient project completion.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Hydro Vac Operator
RECCON Utilities
Farmington, NM
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Preformed hydro excavation operations to safely expose underground utilities during municipal lead and infrastructure investigations.
- Operated hydro vac equipment to remove soil while preventing damage to underground water, gas and electrical lines.
- Conducted inspections on residential and commercial service lines to identify lead, corrasions, leaks, and infrastructure damage.
- Documented jobsite findings using Fulcrum mobile system including site photos and digital inspection reports.
- Communicated daily with City of Farmington personnel regarding site conditions, excavation findings, and safety procedures.
- Followed OSHA and excavation safety standards to ensure safe trenching and exposure to utilities.
Heavy Equipment Operator
T&T Excavation
Gallup, NM
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Operated heavy equipment including front-end loaders, excavtors, and drum rollers for site preparation and earthmoving operations.
- Loaded debris and construction materials into semi haul trucks for removal from job sites.
- Preformed grading and soil compaction to prepare foundations for construction projects.
- Used laser levels, measuring equipment, and grade stakes to maintain proper site elevations.
- Assisted with trench excavations for underground utilities and drainage systems.
- Installed safety barriers, caution tape, and signage to maintain a safe construction environment.
Solar Panel Installer
New Generation Energy
Farmington, NM
01.2024 - 01.2024
- Assisted with the installation of solar panel systems on commerical Target building.
- Transported materials and prepared mounting systems for solar panel installations.
- Operated power tools to secure mounting rails and support structures.
- Assisted lead installers with positioning and securing solar oanels according to design specifications.
- Maintained safe work conditions by organizing tools and materials and removing debris from job sites.
- Followed OSHA and construction safety protocols during installations projects.
Fiber Optic Installer
QualTek
San Antonio, TX
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Installed underground and aerial fiber optic cable systems for telecommunications infrastructure.
- Performed trenching, conduit installation, and cable pulling for new fiber installations.
- Installed underground access points including hand holes, vaults, and manholes.
- Secured fiber optic cables to aerial strand lines and utility poles.
- Operated bucket trucks, cable pullers, jackhammers, and underground conduit inspection cameras.
- Read and interpreted engineering drawings and construction blueprints for fiber installations.
- Coordinated with construction crews and supervisors to ensure safe installation practices.
- Maintained compliance with safety procedures when working near traffic and public infrastructure.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration
San Juan College
Farmington, NM05.2027
Associate of Science - Commercial Construction Safety
San Juan College
Farmington, NM09.2026
Certificate - Plumbing
Navajo Technical University
Crownpoint, NM05.2026
Certificate - Class A Commercial Driver’s License
San Juan College – School of Energy
Farmington, NM03.2026
Certificate - Heavy Equipment Operator Program Certificate
San Juan College – School of Energy
Farmington, NM10.2025
Certification
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health Certification
Issued: October 13, 2024 - OSHA 10-Hour Construction Safety and Health Certification
Issued: April 17, 2024 - NCCER Credited
- Fire Extinguisher Training Certification
- Defensive Driving Certification
- NSC Professional Truck Driver Certification
National Safety Council
Completed: February 3, 2026 - Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) Training Program
San Juan College – School of Energy - Air Brake Inspection & Adjustment Certification (FMCSR 396.25)
- Logbook & DOT Compliance Training
- Heavy Equipment Operator Program Certificate
San Juan College – School of Energy
Completed: October 2025 - Forklift Operator Certification (Yale Class VII)
- Chain-Up Training
Timeline
Lead Hydro Vac Operator
RECCON Utilities
04.2024 - 09.2024
Heavy Equipment Operator
T&T Excavation
01.2024 - 03.2024
Solar Panel Installer
New Generation Energy
01.2024 - 01.2024
Fiber Optic Installer
QualTek
03.2023 - 12.2023
Associate of Science - Business Administration
San Juan College
Associate of Science - Commercial Construction Safety
San Juan College
Certificate - Plumbing
Navajo Technical University
Certificate - Class A Commercial Driver’s License
San Juan College – School of Energy
Certificate - Heavy Equipment Operator Program Certificate
San Juan College – School of Energy