Zachary Morris
Haines City,FL
Summary
Seasoned heavy machine operator experienced in equipment inspection, maintenance, and operation. Responsible team player with strong work ethic. Excellent materials management abilities and knowledge of safety zones. Worked closely with ground crew and equipment operators to complete on time jobs with no safety incidents.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Red Bus Tour Guide/ Jammer (CDL Position)
Xanterra Parks & Resorts (Seasonal)
Columbia Falls, MT
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Responsible for the integrity/safety of 16 passengers and operation of a government issued 1930s style redbus worth 1.3 million
- Operated bus on treacherous roads in various weather conditions throughout Glacier National Park
- Trained in CPR and First Aid prior to starting.
- Answered questions, pointed out important features, and offered further details about special exhibits in surrounding areas to educate visitors.
- Followed DOT regulations and performed pretrip inspections daily.
- Researched/studied topics that pertained to Glacier NP so that such information could be added to scripts.
- Informed guests of potential hazards in the surrounding area to ensure safety and awareness.
- Collected and deposited payments to concierge from guests and shuttle drivers.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Built personal relationships with guests, and fellow jammers to promote a more positive experience.
- Guided groups of up to 16 people on tours of glacier national park, both on and off road.
- Maintained head count and insured everyone one got to destination safely.
- Entertained guests with updated relevant information of the park and wildlife/jammer jokes.
- Insured guest where comfortable and well informed on the rules and regulations of the tour prior to tour starting.
Buildings and Grounds/Heavy Equipment Operator
YMCA Of The Rockies Estes Park Center ( Seasonal)
Estes Park, CO
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Operated heavy/light equipment such as Backhoe, Atvs, Bobcat Skidsteer and Garbage truck
- Worked in the hospitality department such as housekeeping, I ensured the guests where taken care of and accounted for and rooms cleaned
- Helped guide and direct adults/children to areas of interest and answer any unanswered questions
- Performed dumpster/trash routes with the YMCA garbage truck
- Prepped grounds and reinforced cabins for winter and closing
- Trained staff members on conducting events and following safety procedures to complete task at hand
- Supported children by actively listening and offering encouragement
- Participated in meetings to coordinate with other staff on campers' progress, building and grounds issues and goal achievement
- Repaired washed out roads with skidsteer, and paved new roads
- Used a variety of power tools such as a chainsaw when cutting down tree
Maintenance Technician/Heavy Equipment Operator
GTLC/ Vail Resorts (Seasonal)
Moran, WY
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Plowed and maintained roads for main lodge and Colter Bay Village with ground crew
- Operated Snowcat/Backhoe/Snowplow, and Skid steer safely and efficiently with team of operators/Maintained,fueled, and inspected all equipment
- Communicated and completed tasks with ground team members to prevent safety hazards and meet deadlines
- Maintained and cared for RV park in Colter Bay Village, prepped cabins at Colter Bay for winter season/stored away equipment
Ranch Hand/ Farmer/Equipment Operator
David Morris
Haines City, FL
11.2022 - Current
- Hauled heavy equipment with a 45 foot gooseneck trailer to various work sites .
- Cared for 100-200 livestock by feeding, watering, vaccinating and inspecting them for illness or injuries.
- Operated various types of farm equipment to perform crop care duties.
- Worked with hazardous chemicals and used proper PPE protocol.
- Inspected and repaired equipment for livestock and crop management as well as animal living spaces.
- Assisted in birthing and nurturing of new calves.
- Repaired/replaced damaged irrigation PVC pipes for crops.
- Reinforced cattle pins and barn with lumber materials after hurricanes/storm.
Heavy Equipment Operator/ Dredge Operator/Scale House Operator
ER Jahna Industries
Haines City, FL
05.2018 - 09.2019
- Loaded on average 215 Dump trucks per day Pumped Sand to main plant communicated with plant operator for adjustments in production
- Used computer systems and worked with dispatch to get truckers to their destinations
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle any team need
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving
- Communicated issues that needed to be immediately addressed with manager for quick resolution
Education
CDL License - Truck Driving
Fleet Force Trucking
Winter Haven, FL06.2021
Welding Trade School - Welding Technology
Ridge Technical College
Winter Haven, FL04.2020
High School Diploma -
Haines City Senior High School
Haines City, FL06.2016
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operator
- Effective communication skills
- Obtained Class A CDL license
- Ranch Hand/Farming
- Certified Welder(AWS Structural D11)
- Construction/ Mining background
- Safety and compliance
- Plumbing/Carpentry
Timeline
Ranch Hand/ Farmer/Equipment Operator
David Morris
11.2022 - Current
Red Bus Tour Guide/ Jammer (CDL Position)
Xanterra Parks & Resorts (Seasonal)
06.2022 - 09.2022
Buildings and Grounds/Heavy Equipment Operator
YMCA Of The Rockies Estes Park Center ( Seasonal)
08.2021 - 11.2021
Maintenance Technician/Heavy Equipment Operator
GTLC/ Vail Resorts (Seasonal)
09.2020 - 02.2021
Heavy Equipment Operator/ Dredge Operator/Scale House Operator
ER Jahna Industries
05.2018 - 09.2019
CDL License - Truck Driving
Fleet Force Trucking
Welding Trade School - Welding Technology
Ridge Technical College
High School Diploma -
Haines City Senior High School