Bruce Jennings
Salinas
Summary
Dynamic Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience. Skilled in precision excavation and underground utility installation. Proven ability to adapt to project changes while ensuring OSHA compliance and maintaining safety standards. Proficient in GPS grade control systems and effective in coordinating jobsite activities for optimal workflow.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator/Grade-setter
Granite Construction
Watsonville, CA
08.2023 - Current
- Set and maintained construction grades for underground utilities, trenches, and site development
- Executed measurements with laser levels and grade rods to ensure compliance with project specifications for elevations and slopes.
- Worked closely with foremen and survey crews to interpret blueprints, grade stakes, and site plans
- Performed precision excavation and trenching while protecting existing underground utilities
- Maintained proper slope, depth, and alignment of trenches for pipe installation
- Assisted with pipe bedding, backfilling, and compaction according to project specification
- Coordinated with laborers and truck drivers to maintain efficient workflow and material movement
- Adjusted grades and elevations to meet engineering specifications and project tolerance.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
Laborer/Construction Specialist Leadman
Granite Construction
Watsonville, CA
07.2018 - 03.2023
- Collaborated with team members to maintain safe worksite conditions and compliance.
- Performed traffic control operations, including Truck Boss duties, ensuring safe vehicle flow through active construction zones.
- Conducted potholing and excavation to locate and expose underground utilities safely.
- Assisted with underground pipe installation and site preparation for utility infrastructure.
- Operated concrete saws for sawcutting pavement and surfaces to support trenching and excavation work.
- Utilized tripod and gas sniffer equipment for confined space entry and atmospheric monitoring.
- Maintained strict safety compliance while performing physically demanding manual labor on active construction sites. Served as a Competent Person, identifying hazards and ensuring OSHA safety standards were followed.
- Participated in the company safety committee, contributing to workplace safety discussions and improvements.
- Performed a wide range of general construction labor tasks, including digging, material handling, and jobsite cleanup.
- Delivered consistent results under challenging weather conditions or other external factors affecting productivity.
Education
High School Diploma - General Studies
Lincoln High School
Denver, Colorado05-2017
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation: Excavator, Skid Steer, Backhoe, Front-End Loader, Dozer, Motor Grader, Compactor / Roller, Water Truck, Forklift
- GPS Grade Control Systems
- Laser Leveling & Grade Control
- Excavation & Trenching
- Underground Utility Installation
- Grade Setting & Elevation Control
- Traffic Control / Truck Boss
- Utility Locating & Potholing
- Concrete & Asphalt Saw Cutting
- OSHA Safety Compliance
- Jobsite Coordination
- Material Handling & Site Preparation
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator/Grade-setter
Granite Construction
08.2023 - Current
Laborer/Construction Specialist Leadman
Granite Construction
07.2018 - 03.2023
High School Diploma - General Studies
Lincoln High School