Steven Fernandes
Lakeport,USA
Summary
Seasoned professional as an equipment operator and foreman with expertise in wood management, tree removal, and construction. I have optimized productivity, trained crews, and maintained compliance with safety regulations, resulting in successful project completions and client satisfaction.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator TEF
Mountain F Enterprises
Oroville, CA
07.2025 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery to complete daily construction tasks efficiently.
- Conducted routine equipment inspections to ensure safety and compliance standards.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot equipment issues and minimize downtime.
Self-employed
Self-employed
Lakeport, CA
12.2025 - 07.2026
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Heavy Equipment Operator/Foreman
Anvil Power - Vegetation Management
Emeryville, CA
06.2023 - 12.2025
- Operated equipment safely, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Adhered to PG&E Safety Standards.
- Creating JSA's and briefing crew members on a daily basis.
- Managed inventory of supplies and equipment necessary for daily operations.
- Identified hazards on job sites and took action to mitigate to enhance safety.
- Preformed site inspections.
- Operated various logging equipment to remove plants or trees, and clear the property of debris.
- Performed limbing, bucking and tree felling.
- Winching and rigging to retrieve logs.
- Kept records of material or equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections.
- Establishes and maintains professional rapport with clients, coworkers, and management.
- Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish project goals.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members to optimize group productivity.
- Adhered and enforced safety regulations and ensured compliance with company policies.
- Collaborated with senior management on strategic initiatives that would improve productivity.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Supervised project contributions to meet organizational deadlines and expectations.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Adhered to Forrest Practice Rules.
Heavy Equipment Operator/Crew Lead
Atlas Tree Service - Vegetation Management
Santa Rosa, CA
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Job duties same as Heavy Equipment Operator/Crew Lead for Anvil Power.
Account Manager
7up Bottling Company
Ukiah, CA
12.1997 - 04.2022
- Oversaw, merchandisers and drivers.
- Coordinate and communicate with Managers and owners on inventory products.
- Presentation of new products.
- Managed a portfolio of 125 key accounts, consistently exceeding sales targets by an average of 10%.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in a very good client retention rate.
- Identified upsell and cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts, leading to an increase in revenue.
- Provided regular updates on account performance and market trends to senior management.
- Drove new business growth through prospecting. Served as the main point of contact for all client inquiries.
- Negotiated contract renewals and pricing agreements with clients.
- Drove new business growth through prospecting. Served as the main point of contact for all client inquiries.
- Mentored junior account managers on best practices for relationship building and account management strategies.
Education
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US Air Force Munition special school
world wide09.1990
High School Diploma - undefined
Sonora High School
Sonora, CA01.1986
Skills
- Operating on rocky and steep terrains
- Debris removal and land clearing
- Operating Excavators, Backhoes Skid-steers, Wheel Loaders, Track Chippers and Timber Pros
- Class A CDL
- Grapple truck, Bottom Dump and Transfer Truck Experience
- Equipment, maintenance, and inspection
- Safety inspections
- Residential Underground Utilities work and foundations
- Excavating and installing septic system and land clearing techniques
- Environmental compliance awareness
- Familiar with ANSI Standards & safety regulations
- Team leadership & Delegation
Timeline
Self-employed
Self-employed
12.2025 - 07.2026
Equipment Operator TEF
Mountain F Enterprises
07.2025 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator/Foreman
Anvil Power - Vegetation Management
06.2023 - 12.2025
Heavy Equipment Operator/Crew Lead
Atlas Tree Service - Vegetation Management
04.2022 - 06.2023
Account Manager
7up Bottling Company
12.1997 - 04.2022
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US Air Force Munition special school
High School Diploma - undefined
Sonora High School