Ethyn Hutchings
Grande Prairie,BC
Summary
Skilled and dependable Heavy Equipment Operator with several years of experience in construction, mining, oilfield, and land clearing environments. Proficient in operating haul trucks, loaders, excavators, dozers, skidders, skid steers, and support equipment. Strong work ethic with a focus on safety, efficiency, teamwork, and clear communication. Consistently supports safety initiatives and maintains equipment to high operational standards.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Operator
Westcore Contracting
Grande Prairie, AB
01.2026 - Current
- Operated heavy equipment safely and efficiently in oilfield environments while maintaining productivity and adherence to site safety standards.
- Completed equipment inspections, maintained accurate log documentation, and performed routine preventative maintenance and servicing.
- Maintained a flexible schedule with availability for both day and night shift operations to meet project and operational demands.
Equipment Operator
Mur-Cal Oilfield Clearing
Grande Prairie, AB
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Operated equipment safely across multiple job sites including lease construction, road building, pit excavation, and land clearing.
- Maintained daily equipment logs and reported mechanical or safety concerns to supervisors.
- Inspected, serviced, and repaired equipment to maintain durability and optimal performance.
- Performed preventative maintenance including greasing, oiling, engine servicing, and filter changes.
- Attended and participated in toolbox talks and daily safety meetings to identify hazards.
Equipment Operator
Conuma Coal
Tumbler Ridge, BC
03.2025 - 10.2025
- Operated heavy-duty equipment including 777 tow haul trucks, 793 haul trucks, and Water Buffalos.
- Transported coal from loading pits to designated dump and processing locations.
- Completed pit services such as hauling D10 dozers and small excavators for scheduled preventative maintenance.
- Performed dewatering tasks to ensure operations buildings and washrooms remained functional.
- Completed additional assigned tasks in a timely and efficient manner.
Pipefitter Helper
Harley Edmunds
Grande Prairie, AB
- Worked alongside Harley Edmunds with subcontracted companies including Inked Energy and Zeppelin Excavation.
- Maintained trucks and equipment including cleaning, inspections, and completion of logbooks.
- Loaded trailers ensuring weight was properly distributed and within legal restrictions.
- Installed TDG placards when required and ensured proper tie-down and securement methods were followed.
- Assisted with manual labour including setup and takedown for welders.
- Assisted in hydrotesting pipe to ensure safety and weld stability.
Education
First Aid & CPR/AED Level C -
Tritech Safety Training
H2S Alive -
Tritech Safety Training
Ground Disturbance Level 201 -
Tritech Safety Training
PCST -
BuildForce Canada
CSO -
Energy Safety Canada
Skills
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Excavation & Construction
- Site Preparation
- Land Clearing
- Skidder Operation
- Equipment Inspections
- Preventative Maintenance
- Load Securement & TDG
- Materials Transport
- Safety Compliance
- Daily Reporting
- Team Player
Key Note
- Pickup available with slip tank for fuel hauling.
- 5 million liability insurance available for job use.
References
- Dwain Cessil, Former Murcal Foreman, 780-882-5768
- Wayne Svederus, Former Murcal Foreman, 780-835-1607
- Jason Hanlon, Former Murcal Health and Safety, 780-897-2581
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Westcore Contracting
01.2026 - Current
Equipment Operator
Mur-Cal Oilfield Clearing
10.2025 - 01.2026
Equipment Operator
Conuma Coal
03.2025 - 10.2025
Pipefitter Helper
Harley Edmunds
First Aid & CPR/AED Level C -
Tritech Safety Training
H2S Alive -
Tritech Safety Training
Ground Disturbance Level 201 -
Tritech Safety Training
PCST -
BuildForce Canada
CSO -
Energy Safety Canada