Ted Mercer
San Diego,CA
Summary
Seeking an entry-level Heavy Equipment Operator position where I can apply formal training, safety awareness, and hands-on equipment operation skills to support construction and infrastructure projects.
Entry-level Heavy Equipment Operator trainee with formal construction training and strong knowledge of job site safety procedures. Experienced with equipment operation fundamentals, excavation basics, and work-zone safety practices. Known for reliability, situational awareness, and maintaining safe, efficient job site operations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Overnight Monitor / Facility Safety Support
Alpha Project for the Homeless
San Diego, CA
01.2022 - 10.2024
- Conducted routine patrols and monitored facility activity to maintain a safe environment.
- Controlled building access and monitored surveillance systems.
- Responded to safety concerns and emergencies while following established procedures.
- Documented incidents and operational updates through written reports.
- Communicated with staff to ensure coordination and situational awareness.
Owner / Operations Manager
One Up Logistics LLC
San Diego, CA
12.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed daily logistics operations including scheduling, vendor coordination, and compliance.
- Installed safety barriers, signage, and infrastructure components.
- Coordinated jobsite communication using radio systems.
- Maintained inventory organization and safety procedures.
- Oversaw project workflow and task completion.
Education
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Science
San Diego City College
High School Diploma - undefined
San Diego High School
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation Training
- Excavation & Earthmoving Fundamentals
- Construction Site Safety
- Hazard Recognition
- Preventive Equipment Inspection
- Materials Handling
- Work Zone Safety Practices
- Incident Documentation
- Two-Way Radio Communication
- Technical Problem Solving
- Microsoft Office
Certification
- Heavy Equipment Operator Certification — Baker Technical Institute
- Water Distribution System Operation and Maintenance Certification
- OSHA-10 Construction Safety
- Traffic Control / Flagger Certification
- HAZMAT First Responder Awareness
- Forklift Operation Certification
- CPR / First Aid / AED
- Stop the Bleed
- Multi-Craft Core Curriculum (MC3)
Timeline
Overnight Monitor / Facility Safety Support
Alpha Project for the Homeless
01.2022 - 10.2024
Owner / Operations Manager
One Up Logistics LLC
12.2020 - 01.2022
High School Diploma - undefined
San Diego High School
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Science
San Diego City College
CONSTRUCTION PROJECT READINESS
- Work Zone Safety Awareness
- PPE Compliance
- Hazard Identification
- Equipment Inspection Procedures
- Material Handling Practices
- Job site Communication
EQUIPMENT OPERATION
- Dozer
- Excavator
- Loader
- Backhoe
- Skid Steer
- Mini Excavator
- Industrial Forklift
HEAVY EQUIPMENT TRAINING
- Caltrans Heavy Highway Construction Trades Academy — San Diego, CA
- Heavy Equipment Operator Training Program (7-Week Intensive)
- Hands-on training in highway construction operations including:
- Equipment operation fundamentals
- Excavation and grading basics
- Equipment inspection and daily safety checks
- Job site hazard recognition and safety procedures
- Construction math and blueprint reading basics
- Traffic control and work-zone safety
- Cargo securement and materials handling