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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
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Terry Sturman

Terry Sturman

Galivants Ferry,SC

Summary

Dynamic Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience at King Construction Company, skilled in operating offroad dump trucks, excavators and bulldozers. Proven ability to enhance productivity through effective team leadership and adherence to safety protocols. Recognized for optimizing machine performance and adapting to project changes, ensuring successful project completions while maintaining strong communication with team members.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Heavy Equipment Operator

King Construction Company
04.2024 - 08.2024
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
  • Increased productivity by operating heavy machinery such as backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators for various construction projects.
  • Played a key role in successful project completions by maintaining open lines of communication with supervisors and team members, ensuring timely adjustments to work strategies when needed.

Owner

SC Tree & Lawn
05.2019 - 09.2022
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Improved team productivity by introducing innovative project management tools and techniques.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.

Barback/security

Spanish Galleon
05.2017 - 01.2019
  • Assisted bartenders with drink preparation tasks, resulting in faster service for patrons.
  • Maintained cleanliness of all bar areas according to health department standards through diligent sanitation practices.
  • Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.
  • Assisted with inventory management, ensuring proper stock levels of liquor, beer, wine, garnishes, and other bar supplies.
  • Proactively communicated with bartenders and other staff members about low inventory or equipment issues, leading to timely resolution of potential problems.
  • Assisted with training new barbacks, sharing knowledge of bar operations and best practices, resulting in a more efficient team.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Enhanced customer experience by engaging with patrons in a friendly and personable manner while assisting bartenders.
  • Checked ID cards and verified bar guests were of legal age.
  • Operated POS system to collect payments from customers.
  • Supported event planning efforts for private parties held at the establishment, including setup and breakdown of events.

Education

Associates - Business Management

WyoTech
Blairsville, PA
02.2013

Skills

  • Heavy equipment operation
  • OSHA 10 certification
  • Safe equipment operation
  • Loader operation
  • Construction background
  • Skid steer proficiency
  • Daily vehicle inspections
  • Bulldozer operation
  • Earthmoving operations
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Off-road vehicle operation
  • Front end loader operations
  • Heavy lifting
  • Following directions
  • Heavy haul trucking
  • Machinery inspection
  • Good judgement
  • Articulated dump truck skills
  • Team leadership
  • Inclement working conditions
  • Site prep
  • Land clearing techniques

Certification

OSHA 10

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Operator

King Construction Company
04.2024 - 08.2024

Owner

SC Tree & Lawn
05.2019 - 09.2022

Barback/security

Spanish Galleon
05.2017 - 01.2019

Associates - Business Management

WyoTech