Thomas Washick
Brookfield,IL
Summary
With a proven track record at Illinois Tollway, I excel in heavy equipment operation and worksite safety, showcasing my ability to increase equipment efficiency and ensure a hazard-free environment. Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic. I currently hold a class A CDL license also.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator / Painter / Toll Collector
Illinois Tollway
07.1992 - 01.2023
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Used forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites and organized according to need.
- Participated in regular safety meetings to reinforce best practices within the team and ensure a hazard-free workplace.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, cranes and other and coordinated supplies to promote efficiency.
- Increased equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance and timely repairs.
- Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
- Reduced downtime by conducting pre-use inspections and addressing potential issues proactively.
- Operated specialized attachments to complete tasks efficiently, such as using a hydraulic breaker for rock excavation projects.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and repairing defects to ensure smooth results.
- Repaired wall holes and scrapes.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Joes High School / Proviso West
01.1992
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Worksite safety
- Skid steer operation
- Equipment Inspections
- Loader Operation
- Backhoe Operation
- Bulldozer Operation
- Asphalt Spreading
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
Timeline
Equipment Operator / Painter / Toll Collector
Illinois Tollway
07.1992 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
St Joes High School / Proviso West
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