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Craig Simpson

Sydney Mines,NS

Summary

Professional heavy equipment operator with strong expertise in operating and maintaining variety of equipment. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic work environments. Excels in safety protocols, precision operations, and problem-solving, ensuring efficiency and high-quality results. Reliable team player focused on achieving operational goals and contributing to team success.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Heavy Equipment Operator

Ncl Ltd.
01.2025 - 07.2025
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
  • Collaborated closely with site engineers and project managers to ensure accurate implementation of construction plans.
  • Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
  • Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
  • 988/950 Loader , 470/543 excavator to load trucks and feed the crusher and screener.

Heavy Equipment Operator

CGC Inc
12.2023 - 01.2025
  • Operated 1250 excavators to strip over burden and load 100 ton haul trucks.
  • Operated 988 loaders to load trucks and move materials for road building and land clearing tasks.
  • Operated 345 excavator for land clearing , water line projects, and move waste debris.
  • Operated 100 ton hauls trucks to move material in a safe and effective mannor.
  • Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
  • Assisted in training new hires on proper operation techniques and safety procedures for various pieces of heavy equipment.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Midwest Pipelines
02.2017 - 12.2023
  • Demonstrated precision in trench digging for utility installations, minimizing disruption to surrounding areas.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
  • Mitigated potential hazards by promptly reporting unsafe conditions or damaged equipment to supervisors.
  • Assisted team in setting up and dismantling equipment and tools to use for construction.
  • 345 / 470 Excavator operator
  • Backfill pipe once in ground
  • load trucks to move waste debris.

Mobile Support Equipment Operator

Canadian Forces
01.2014 - 02.2017
  • Increased team productivity through thorough training and hands-on assistance for new equipment operators.
  • Provided technical guidance to junior operators, fostering professional growth within the team.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by consistently enforcing standardized operating procedures and conducting regular safety audits.
  • Safely navigated challenging terrain and weather conditions to ensure timely completion of assigned tasks, maintaining a strong focus on safety at all times.
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.

Education

Class 3 Truck

Meti
Sydney, NS
02-2023

Heavy Equipment Operator

Mckenzie College
Sydney, NS
06-2012

High School Diploma -

Memorial High School
Sydney Mines, NS
06-2008

Skills

  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Loader operation
  • Earthmoving operations
  • Safety compliance
  • Heavy haul trucking
  • Moving and leveling dirt
  • Excavation expertise
  • Road construction
  • Rock crushing techniques
  • Commercial construction experience
  • Residential construction
  • Pipe laying expertise
  • Safe equipment operation

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • Air breaks
  • class 3 truck
  • Ground disturbance
  • WHMIS
  • TDG
  • Standard first aid
  • OSSA
  • PCST

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Operator

Ncl Ltd.
01.2025 - 07.2025

Heavy Equipment Operator

CGC Inc
12.2023 - 01.2025

Heavy Equipment Operator

Midwest Pipelines
02.2017 - 12.2023

Mobile Support Equipment Operator

Canadian Forces
01.2014 - 02.2017

Class 3 Truck

Meti

Heavy Equipment Operator

Mckenzie College

High School Diploma -

Memorial High School

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