Experienced heavy equipment operator with strong site safety, utility locating, and trench inspection skills. Skilled in excavation support, preventive maintenance, and safe operation of excavators, loaders, skid steers, and compactors.
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
2 Years 6 Months
Walberg Construction | Corning, California | 06.2022 - 12.2024
Supported excavation work using excavators, skid steer loader, water truck, dump truck, and roller compaction roller on site.
Checked heavy equipment before shifts for safety and operating readiness.
Moved soil, gravel, and debris across active construction zones.
Followed site plans and hand signals during equipment tasks.
Reported mechanical problems and equipment hazards to supervisors.
Watched machine controls and adjusted speed for safe travel.
Kept equipment cabs and work areas clean after shifts.
Worked with crews to support trenching, grading, and material placement.
Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment safely and efficiently to dig land for construction projects.
Used front end loader to move dirt and base materials.
Installed underground utility lines using excavation, trenching, and hand-digging methods.
Located buried utilities with detection equipment and marked work areas clearly.
Read site plans, utility maps, and permits before starting excavation work.
Inspected trenches for safety, stability, and proper utility placement.
Operated backhoes, compactors, and other excavation tools at active job sites.
Coordinated with crews to protect gas, water, sewer, and communication lines.
Assisted with repairs, line connections, and service restoration during utility projects.
Followed safety procedures, traffic control rules, and job site cleanup standards.
Repaired breaks in underground conduits by cutting away damaged portions and replacing them with new pipes or couplings.
Installed and repaired underground piping systems using appropriate tools and materials.