Uriah VanOstrand
Greenwood,Indiana
Summary
Dynamic Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience at Indiana Department of Transportation. Proven expertise in heavy haul trucking and safe equipment operation, complemented by strong teamwork skills. Recognized for enhancing project efficiency and maintaining a clean driving record while adhering to safety compliance standards. Committed to delivering high-quality results in construction environments.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
City Wide Paving
Laborer
Tschiggfrie Excavating
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
Laborer/Truck Driver
City Of Greenwood Indiana
Greenwood, IN
09.2022 - Current
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
- Safeguarded cargo integrity by regularly checking load securement during transport and promptly addressing any issues that arose.
Lowboy Driver
DWD Company
Indianapolis, IN
02.2021 - 09.2022
- Provided valuable input during team meetings to improve overall efficiency in transport processes.
- Maximized payload capacity by accurately calculating weight distribution for each load.
- Secured loads properly, minimizing the risk of accidents and damage during transit.
- Employed defensive driving techniques to maintain accident-free status throughout tenure as Lowboy Driver.
- Enhanced safety by conducting thorough pre-trip inspections and maintaining accurate records of vehicle maintenance.
- Managed permits, ensuring legal compliance for oversized or overweight loads before transportation.
- Maintained a clean driving record, contributing to a positive company reputation.
- Assisted in loading/unloading operations when necessary, displaying teamwork and versatility in the role.
- Continuously updated knowledge of industry best practices to ensure top-quality performance within the role.
- Navigated challenging road conditions safely, protecting cargo integrity and preventing accidents or delays.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Indiana Department of Transportation
Greenfield, IN
03.2019 - 03.2021
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
Heavy Equipment Operator/Truck Driver
McClain Excavating
Peosta, IA
03.2015 - 12.2017
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Upheld company reputation for quality workmanship through precise execution of tasks according to blueprints and specifications.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between job sites by transporting heavy equipment using flatbed trucks or trailers when necessary.
- Operated variety of heavy machinery, contributing to timely project completions.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Dubuque Senior High School
Dubuque, IA05.2012
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Safe equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Construction background
- Skid steer proficiency
- Clean driving record
- Bulldozer operation
- Front end loader operations
- Earthmoving operations
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Preventive Maintenance
- Off-road vehicle operation
- Safety compliance
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Heavy haul trucking
- Good judgement
- Construction equipment operation
- Backhoe operation
- Backhoe handling
- Bulldozer maneuvering
- Excavator attachment usage
- Equipment operation
- Front end loader handling
- Excavation expertise
- Road construction
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Class A CDL
- OSHA 10 certification
- Roadway grading
- Land clearing techniques
- Erosion control practices
- Pipe laying expertise
- Base stabilization
- CDL license holder
- Asphalt paving
- Paving equipment operation
- Backfilling techniques
Timeline
Laborer/Truck Driver
City Of Greenwood Indiana
09.2022 - Current
Lowboy Driver
DWD Company
02.2021 - 09.2022
Heavy Equipment Operator
Indiana Department of Transportation
03.2019 - 03.2021
Heavy Equipment Operator/Truck Driver
McClain Excavating
03.2015 - 12.2017
Heavy Equipment Operator
City Wide Paving
Laborer
Tschiggfrie Excavating
High School Diploma - General Studies
Dubuque Senior High School