TAYLOR FORREST
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Professional heavy equipment operator with strong expertise in operating and maintaining variety of machinery. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic work environments. Excels in safety protocols, precision operations, and problem-solving, ensuring efficiency and high-quality results. Reliable team player focused on achieving operational goals and contributing to team success.
Experienced with underground utility detection and mapping. Utilizes advanced locating equipment to ensure accurate and safe utility markings. Track record of effective collaboration with construction teams and adapting to dynamic project requirements.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator /Underground Utility Locator
FAMILY EXCAVATION / SELF EMPLOYED
Little Rock, AR
01.2019 - 12.2025
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Conducted precise underground utility locates using electromagnetic and ground-penetrating radar technologies.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards during utility locating operations.
- Promoted safe digging practices among construction crews through regular communication about the importance of proper utility location techniques.
- Photographed utility sites and marked lines with paint and flags for identification by excavating personnel.
- Reviewed maps and blueprints to identify locations for and sizes of underground utilities
- Worked outdoors in harsh conditions to complete utilities location requirements within expected timeframes.
- Improved underground utility location accuracy by consistently updating and maintaining records of buried utilities.
- Increased safety on job sites by promptly reporting any discrepancies in utility locations or markings to supervisors.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Red Stone Construction Group
Little Rock, AR
07.2024 - 10.2024
- 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.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- 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.
- Increased productivity by operating heavy machinery such as backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators for various construction projects.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
Heavy Equipment Operator
JAMES A ROGERS EXCAVATION
Little Rock, AR
01.2018 - 02.2019
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
Education
No Degree - ALL CLASSES
NORTH LITTLE ROCK HIGH SCHOOL
NORTH LITTLE ROCK ARKANSAS06.2016
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Valid Driver's License
- Safe Equipment Operation
- Loader Operation
- Construction background
- Skid Steer Proficiency
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Bulldozer Operation
- Front end loader operations
- Safety Compliance
- Earthmoving Operations
- Off-Road Vehicle Operation
- Heavy Lifting
- Following Directions
- Moving and Leveling Dirt
- Heavy Haul Trucking
- Machinery inspection
- Good Judgement
- Construction Equipment Operation
- Backhoe Operation
- Backhoe Handling
- Bulldozer Maneuvering
- Debris Removal
- Equipment Inspection Abilities
- Effective communication skills
- Articulated Dump Truck Skills
- Team Leadership
- Front End Loader Handling
- Materials Movement
- Equipment Logs
- Excavator Attachment Usage
- Inclement Working Conditions
- Safety program understanding
- Decision-Making
- Safety Procedures
- Excavation Expertise
- Grading Techniques
- Team Collaboration
- Road Construction
- Soil Compaction Methods
- Site Preparation Techniques
- Compactor Operation
- Site Prep
- Commercial construction experience
- Roadway Grading
- Team Coordination Abilities
- Erosion Control Practices
- Base Stabilization
- Scraper Operation Expertise
- GPS technology
- Public utility knowledge
- Ground penetrating radar
- New construction sites
- Advanced locating techniques
- Damage prevention strategies
- Utility mapping expertise
- Modern GPS use
- OSHA regulations
- Damage prevention
- Underground utility locating
- Multitasking ability
- Excellent communication
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Decision-making
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Red Stone Construction Group
07.2024 - 10.2024
Heavy Equipment Operator /Underground Utility Locator
FAMILY EXCAVATION / SELF EMPLOYED
01.2019 - 12.2025
Heavy Equipment Operator
JAMES A ROGERS EXCAVATION
01.2018 - 02.2019
No Degree - ALL CLASSES
NORTH LITTLE ROCK HIGH SCHOOL