Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Taylor Wieser

Highland,IL

Summary

Dynamic Equipment Operator and Class A Driver with extensive experience at Gelly Excavating and Construction. Proven expertise in heavy equipment operation and worksite safety, ensuring optimal productivity and minimal downtime. Skilled in snow removal and equipment inspections, demonstrating strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence in all tasks.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Equipment Operator/ Class A Driver/ Farm Hand

Gelly Excavating and Construction/ Gelly Farms
10.2016 - Current
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
  • Snow removal
  • Conducted daily maintenance checks on equipment, preventing downtime and maintaining productivity.
  • Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
  • CLASS A CDL truck operations
  • Operation of farm machinery and grain bin experience

Water and Sewer Maintenance

City Of Highland
04.2025 - 07.2025

- Water meter replacement

- Water and sewer line locating detecting

- Water sampling

- Water main and Sewer main tapping

- Grass cutting and painting around hydrants

- Operation of backhoes, mini exc, and dumptrucks

- Water main repair

Auto Body Technician

Greenville Auto Body
02.2016 - 10.2016
  • Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
  • Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
  • Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
  • Improved paint job durability with meticulous surface preparation and sealing techniques.

Panel Prep, Painter, Detailer

Chevron Commercial INC
01.2014 - 02.2016
  • Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
  • Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
  • Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
  • Forklift operation
  • Sandblasting
  • Truck Detail

Landscaper and Lawn Mowing

Personal Preference Landscaping
08.2010 - 01.2014
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Performed mowing and trimming for customers
  • Lawn aeration and overseeding
  • Lawn fertlization
  • Snow Removal

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Auto Body Painting Certificate

Southwestern Illinois College
Belleville, IL
05-2015

High School Diploma -

Highland Highschool
Highland, IL
05-2011

Skills

  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Worksite safety
  • Equipment inspections
  • Truck driving maneuvering/ trailer backing
  • Snow removal
  • Farm implement operations
  • Hauling of rock, grain, dirt, lime, concrete, oversized loads

Timeline

Water and Sewer Maintenance

City Of Highland
04.2025 - 07.2025

Equipment Operator/ Class A Driver/ Farm Hand

Gelly Excavating and Construction/ Gelly Farms
10.2016 - Current

Auto Body Technician

Greenville Auto Body
02.2016 - 10.2016

Panel Prep, Painter, Detailer

Chevron Commercial INC
01.2014 - 02.2016

Landscaper and Lawn Mowing

Personal Preference Landscaping
08.2010 - 01.2014

Associate of Applied Science - Auto Body Painting Certificate

Southwestern Illinois College

High School Diploma -

Highland Highschool
Taylor Wieser