Thomas Sorg
Oakridge
Summary
Accomplished Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience at McFarlane Bark, skilled in safe equipment operation and preventive maintenance. Demonstrated strong teamwork and effective communication, enhancing productivity and safety compliance on-site. Proficient in operating bulldozers and excavators, consistently achieving project goals while minimizing incidents through adherence to safety protocols.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
McFarlane Bark
03.2025 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery in compliance with safety regulations and operational protocols.
- Assisted in routine maintenance checks to ensure equipment reliability and performance.
- Learned and applied proper techniques for loading and unloading materials effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to support project timelines and workflow efficiency.
- Followed instructions from supervisors to execute tasks safely and accurately.
- Adapted quickly to changing job site conditions, demonstrating flexibility in operations.
- Received training on various heavy equipment types, enhancing skill set for future operations.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
Tower Tech
Tool Tech Inc.
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Installed and maintained communication towers, ensuring optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Conducted regular inspections and troubleshooting on equipment, identifying and resolving issues promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to execute scheduled maintenance tasks efficiently.
- Operated specialized tools for tower assembly and repair, adhering to industry safety standards.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Franz Construction
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Conducted pre-operation inspections to identify potential issues with equipment functionality.
- 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.
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
Heavy Equipment Operator
McFarlane Bark
04.2015 - 08.2021
- 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.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Enhanced worksite safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
- Assisted in training new hires on proper operation techniques and safety procedures for various pieces of heavy equipment.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety by consistently wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and following all established protocols.
Education
No Degree - Heavy Equipment
Fort Simcoe
Yakima, WAHigh School Diploma -
Oregon City High
Oregon City, OR06.2014
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Safe equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Construction background
- Skid steer proficiency
- Bulldozer operation
- Front end loader operations
- Safety compliance
- Earthmoving operations
- Preventive Maintenance
- Off-road vehicle operation
- Heavy lifting
- Following directions
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Machinery inspection
- Good judgement
- Construction equipment operation
- Repair and maintenance
- Backhoe operation
- Backhoe handling
- Bulldozer maneuvering
- Debris removal
- Effective communication skills
- Team leadership
- Front end loader handling
- Equipment operation
- Excavator attachment usage
- Heavy lifting proficiency
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
McFarlane Bark
03.2025 - Current
Tower Tech
Tool Tech Inc.
05.2023 - 02.2024
Heavy Equipment Operator
Franz Construction
10.2021 - 08.2022
Heavy Equipment Operator
McFarlane Bark
04.2015 - 08.2021
No Degree - Heavy Equipment
Fort Simcoe
High School Diploma -
Oregon City High
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