Steve Smith
Pittsview,AL
Summary
Accomplished Heavy Equipment Operator with a proven track record at Sequoia Services LLC, excelling in safe machinery operation and effective communication. Skilled in excavation and grading, I consistently enhanced project efficiency while adhering to safety protocols, resulting in minimal incidents and timely project completions. Committed to teamwork and maintaining high standards of workmanship.
Deadline-driven Heavy Equipment Operator familiar with safety regulations, construction practices and optimal operation of construction equipment. Expert in maintenance and day-to-day upkeep of loaders, excavators, dump trucks, and more. Strong focus on communication and site coordination.
Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator skilled at moving materials, digging trenches, burying conduits, and lifting components. Offers 20 years of related experience.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Sequoia Services LLC
03.2025 - 08.2025
- 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.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- 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.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Enhanced worksite safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
Heavy Equipment Operator
City of Huntsville Public Works
05.2008 - 04.2024
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety by consistently wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and following all established protocols.
- Boosted overall project efficiency by effectively planning machine movements and coordinating with other operators onsite.
- Mitigated potential hazards by promptly reporting unsafe conditions or damaged equipment to supervisors.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex projects, utilizing strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
- Upheld company reputation for quality workmanship through precise execution of tasks according to blueprints and specifications.
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Collaborated closely with site engineers and project managers to ensure accurate implementation of construction plans.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between job sites by transporting heavy equipment using flatbed trucks or trailers when necessary.
- Operated variety of heavy machinery, contributing to timely project completions.
- Reduced material waste, utilizing bulldozers for precise grading and leveling.
- Improved safety records, leading by example in wearing protective gear and following all site safety guidelines.
- Optimized material movement on site, expertly maneuvering wheel loaders for efficient distribution.
- Boosted team efficiency with expert navigation of backhoe loaders on complex construction sites.
- Streamlined excavation processes to meet stringent deadlines, operating excavators with precision.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
- Adjusted soil levels and grade land for construction projects.
- Operated compactors to compact soil, asphalt and other materials.
- Employed bulldozers, loaders and backhoes for construction projects.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- 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.
- Increased productivity by operating heavy machinery such as backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators for various construction projects.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Sisk Construction
07.2000 - 04.2008
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Employed bulldozers, loaders and backhoes for construction projects.
- Operated compactors to compact soil, asphalt and other materials.
- Adjusted soil levels and grade land for construction projects.
- Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Streamlined excavation processes to meet stringent deadlines, operating excavators with precision.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Hope High School
New Hope, AL05.1998
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Safe equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Construction background
- Skid steer proficiency
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Clean driving record
- Bulldozer operation
- Front end loader operations
- Safety compliance
- Earthmoving operations
- Preventive Maintenance
- Off-road vehicle operation
- Heavy lifting
- Following directions
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Heavy haul trucking
- Machinery inspection
- Good judgement
- Construction equipment operation
- Repair and maintenance
- Backhoe operation
- Backhoe handling
- Bulldozer maneuvering
- Debris removal
- Effective communication skills
- Articulated dump truck skills
- Team leadership
- Front end loader handling
- [Equipment] operation
- Materials movement
- Equipment logs
- Excavator attachment usage
- Inclement working conditions
- Heavy lifting proficiency
- Decision-making
- Safety procedures
- Material handling equipment
- Excavation expertise
- Grading techniques
- Parts lubrication
- Team collaboration
- Wheel loader operation
- Road construction
- Soil compaction methods
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Site preparation techniques
- Loader controls
- Class A CDL
- Rock crushing techniques
- Communicating job status
- Compactor operation
- Site prep
- Underground utility installation
- Commercial construction experience
- Residential construction
- OSHA certification
- Roadway grading
- Land clearing techniques
- Hydraulic lifts
- Interpreting maps and instructions
- Erosion control practices
- Pipe laying expertise
- Slope stabilization methods
- Base stabilization
- Ground disturbance issues
- CDL license holder
- Boomtruck operation
- Asphalt paving
- Paving equipment operation
- Asphalt spreading techniques
- Scraper operation expertise
- Demolition procedures
- Construction and mining tractors
- Loading and unloading
- Safety policies and procedures
- Verbal and written communication
- Team coordination
- Backfilling techniques
- Equipment inspection
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Sequoia Services LLC
03.2025 - 08.2025
Heavy Equipment Operator
City of Huntsville Public Works
05.2008 - 04.2024
Heavy Equipment Operator
Sisk Construction
07.2000 - 04.2008
High School Diploma -
New Hope High School
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