Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
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Vincent Kloss

Granville,NY

Summary

Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator proficient in operating backhoes, excavators, dump trucks, off-road trucks and skip loaders. Dependable and hardworking team leader and collaborator with 16 years of construction industry experience. Works safely while supporting teams to meet deadlines. Hardworking operator known for observing all safety protocols and procedures during shift. Committed to daily inspections of equipment and vehicles. Meets and exceeds productivity standards and quickly adapts to changes in work environment.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Laborer

Kiewit
Fort Edward, NY
03.2023 - Current
  • Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
  • Operated a variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks such as sawing, drilling, hammering, and excavating.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety regulations and guidelines.
  • Provided leadership by motivating crew members while maintaining a safe working environment.

Heavy Equipment Operator /Diesel Mechanic

United States Army
04.2016 - 04.2023
  • Performed preventative maintenance on diesel engines and equipment.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems and made necessary repairs.
  • Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
  • Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Peterson Geotech
Saratoga Springs, NY
03.2010 - 04.2016
  • Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
  • Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
  • Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.

Education

Graduation Certificate - Diesel Mechanics

United States Army Infantry School, Fort Benning
Fort Benning, GA
07-2016

Commercial Drivers License - Class B

CDL School
Menands, NY
02-2008

High School Diploma -

Hadley-Luzerne Junior-Senior High School
Lake Luzerne, NY
06-2007

Skills

  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Safety Compliance
  • Decision-Making
  • Repair and Maintenance
  • Safe Equipment Operation
  • Interpreting maps and instructions
  • Construction Equipment Operation
  • Pre-operational equipment inspections
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • OSHA 10 Certification
  • Road Construction
  • Inclement Working Conditions

Certification

  • OSHA 10
  • Flagger certified
  • CDL
  • First Aid - CPR

Accomplishments

  • Awarded Honor Graduate with a 99% average in Diesel Mechanic school

Timeline

Laborer

Kiewit
03.2023 - Current

Heavy Equipment Operator /Diesel Mechanic

United States Army
04.2016 - 04.2023

Heavy Equipment Operator

Peterson Geotech
03.2010 - 04.2016

Graduation Certificate - Diesel Mechanics

United States Army Infantry School, Fort Benning

Commercial Drivers License - Class B

CDL School

High School Diploma -

Hadley-Luzerne Junior-Senior High School
Vincent Kloss