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Elijah Taylor

Fonthill,Ontario

Summary

I am a recent graduate from McMaster University, looking for work operating heavy equipment. I have over four years of experience running front-end loaders, operating between 10-14 hours a shift. I have some experience operating small bulldozers and excavators. I am hard-working and able to adapt to new tasks quickly and proficiently. I am consistent and work well as part of a team, I am positive I can perform the duties of this job to your standards and liking.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Equipment Operator

Plant's Choice
04.2021 - 11.2024
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill and accuracy.
  • Operated and loaded screening plants and tub grinders with front end loaders with materials safely and efficiently.
  • Operated front end loaders and bulldozers, to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
  • Loaded tri-axle, and slinger trucks with aggregate, and landscaping materials consistently, and precisely
  • Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
  • Adhered to pre and post operation heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Optimized material movement on site, expertly maneuvering wheel loaders for efficient distribution.

Lumber Yard Worker

Rona
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Lifted, moved and handled various building materials throughout yard using pallet jacks.
  • Assisted customers with loading lumber and other various building materials.
  • Built loads and loaded trucks for outbound delivery.
  • Maintained appearance of yard and racks by disposing of trash and debris and keeping stock organized.
  • Demonstrated highest level of ethical conduct when dealing with customers, team members and management.
  • Assisted customers in selecting appropriate materials for their projects, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
  • Enhanced lumber yard efficiency by organizing and maintaining inventory.

Dishwasher

Lookout Point Country Club
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Increased overall cleanliness of restaurant by regularly sweeping and mopping floors around dishwashing station.
  • Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
  • Facilitated quick meal preparation by pre-washing fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients as needed.

Education

Honours Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

Mcmaster University
Hamilton, ON
06-2025

Skills

  • Proficiency with daily machine maintenance and inspection fluids before and after operation
  • Handle various materials while adhering to worksite safety protocols and keeping the worksite clean
  • Efficiently load tri-axle and slinger trucks by front end loaders with soil and aggregate material
  • Safely operated a DOOSAN DL300 loader 10-14 hours a day to load trucks with landscaping materials
  • Operate a John Deere 624k wheel loader to feed a McCloskey screening plant with soil and a Rotochopper B66 grinder with raw materials safely
  • Operate a Case 550H dozer for grading land, and keeping the site clean and level

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Operator

Plant's Choice
04.2021 - 11.2024

Lumber Yard Worker

Rona
10.2020 - 03.2021

Dishwasher

Lookout Point Country Club
09.2018 - 09.2019

Honours Bachelor of Arts - Philosophy

Mcmaster University
Elijah Taylor