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Terra Van Winkle

Russell Springs,KY

Summary

Dynamic heavy equipment operator with extensive experience at REESE Construction, excelling in equipment operation and preventative maintenance. Proven ability to enhance safety compliance and streamline processes, ensuring efficient project execution. Skilled in troubleshooting machinery and maintaining accurate inventory records, demonstrating strong communication and self-motivation in high-pressure environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Horse Farm Maintenance Mechanic

Hope And Healing At Hillenglade
Goodlettsville, TN
04.2024 - 05.2024
  • Cleaned lawn mowers after each use according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Operated riding and push-type lawn mowers to cut grass on residential properties.
  • Repaired broken parts, such as belts, pulleys, spindles, and cables.
  • Maintained inventory of mower parts and supplies, such as filters, belts, blades, and spark plugs.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of barns, pastures and fields on a regular basis to ensure safety standards were met.
  • Ordered necessary supplies such as saddles, bridles, grooming products and blankets.
  • Developed relationships with suppliers to ensure access to quality hay, grain, veterinary care, equipment parts and other supplies.
  • Performed daily maintenance tasks such as mucking out stalls, filling water buckets, troughs and distributing hay, grain.

Heavy Equpment Operator

REESE Construction
Ashland City, TN
12.2023 - 03.2024
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
  • Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
  • Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Price logistics
Nashville, TN
04.2023 - 11.2023
  • Loaded trucks with an excavator.
  • Graded with a skid steer, a dozer, and an excavator.
  • Bush hogging with a skid steer.
  • Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
  • Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
  • Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
  • Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.

Clamp Truck Operator

Electrolux Warehouse
Springfield, TN
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Reported any damaged products or packages to supervisor immediately upon discovery during transport process.
  • Secured loads properly with straps, chains, shrink wrap. before transporting them.
  • Communicated effectively with team members about tasks completed using forklift and clamp truck devices.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, railcars, and other conveyances.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Shane Trucking And Excavating
Nashville, TN
11.2021 - 10.2022
  • Operate excavators D-8 Dozer as well as a 963 Front end loader

  • Monitored progress of projects and reported any issues to management.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvement within the organization.
  • Maintained accurate and up-to-date inventory records.
  • Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
  • Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
  • Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
  • Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
  • Loaded both raw materials and finished components to support manufacturing and production processes.
  • Inspected and replaced worn vehicle parts to maintain safety and longevity.
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
  • Finished shop cleaning, servicing, and storing after each shift.
  • Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

Clamp Truck Operator

Electrolux Springfield
Springfield, TN
08.2021 - 11.2021
  • Utilized RF scanner technology to scan barcodes on items being moved with the clamp truck.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed when operating the clamp truck.

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Impact Solutions LLC
Gallatin, TN
10.2020 - 07.2021
  • Conducted regular cycle counts to ensure accuracy of inventory levels.
  • Processed orders by picking products from shelves within the warehouse.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently and accurately.
  • Assisted with shipping and receiving activities as needed.
  • Received incoming shipments and checked contents against purchase orders.
  • Utilized radio frequency scanners for tracking material movement throughout the warehouse.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records and prepared reports for management.
  • Checked finished products for quality assurance before loading them onto trucks for shipment.

Forklift Operator/Material Handler/shipping Clark

ABC Technical Solutions
Gallatin, TN
07.2018 - 09.2020
  • Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
  • Kept record of daily activities such as number of items moved or handled throughout the day.
  • Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
  • Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
  • Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
  • Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
  • Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
  • Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
  • Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
  • Checked expiration dates on products prior to stocking shelves or shipping out orders.
  • Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.

Education

GED -

Allen High School
Scottsville, KY

Skills

  • Equipment operation
  • Heavy machinery maintenance
  • Load management
  • Safety compliance
  • Preventative maintenance
  • Troubleshooting machinery
  • Troubleshooting techniques
  • Reach truck operation
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Inventory management
  • Machine troubleshooting
  • Effective communication
  • Quality assurance
  • Process improvement
  • Truck mounting
  • Forklift certified
  • Record keeping
  • Self motivation
  • Customer service
  • Problem solving
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Horse Farm Maintenance Mechanic

Hope And Healing At Hillenglade
04.2024 - 05.2024

Heavy Equpment Operator

REESE Construction
12.2023 - 03.2024

Heavy Equipment Operator

Price logistics
04.2023 - 11.2023

Clamp Truck Operator

Electrolux Warehouse
11.2022 - 04.2023

Heavy Equipment Operator

Shane Trucking And Excavating
11.2021 - 10.2022

Clamp Truck Operator

Electrolux Springfield
08.2021 - 11.2021

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Impact Solutions LLC
10.2020 - 07.2021

Forklift Operator/Material Handler/shipping Clark

ABC Technical Solutions
07.2018 - 09.2020

GED -

Allen High School

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