Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Francois Lacroix

Russell,ON

Summary

Skilled heavy equipment operator proficient in operating backhoes, excavators, dump trucks, off-road trucks and skip loaders. Dependable and hardworking team leader and collaborator with several years of construction industry experience. Works safely while supporting teams to meet deadlines.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1972
1972
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Heavy Equipment Operator

Local 793 operating engineers union
08.2008 - Current
  • Operated heavy machinery for construction and site preparation tasks.
  • Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety practices.
  • Adjusted machinery settings based on project requirements and site conditions.
  • Communicated with supervisors to report progress and address operational issues.
  • Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
  • Assisted drivers, equipment operators, and other employees in grouping and sorting materials.
  • Finished shop cleaning, servicing, and storing after each shift.
  • Conducted routine inspections and maintenance of equipment to ensure safety.
  • Collaborated with team members to coordinate project workflows effectively.
  • Followed safety protocols and regulations to maintain a secure work environment.
  • Maintained accurate logs of equipment usage and maintenance activities.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
  • Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
  • Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
  • Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
  • Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
  • Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
  • Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
  • Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
  • Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
  • Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
  • Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
  • Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
  • Identified, tagged, and notified drivers of prohibited items to secure safe environment.
  • Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
  • Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
  • Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
  • Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Banister Pipelines
Sarnia, Ontario
06.2023 - 11.2024

Roads maintenance

  • Land stripping,ditching,grading,backfilling..

Education

Casselman High School
Casselman, ON

Some College (No Degree) - Occupational Health And Safety

Casselman High School
Casselman, ON

Skills

  • Fine grader Dozers/Grader
  • Attention to details
  • Willing to travel
  • Experience moving equipment class ACZ
  • Equipment operation

Certification

  • Ground disturbance June/24
  • WHMIS. June/24
  • Pipeline safety training May/23
  • Level A cpr May/05
  • Health and welfare June/24

Working at hight aug/ 25

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Operator

Banister Pipelines
06.2023 - 11.2024

Heavy Equipment Operator

Local 793 operating engineers union
08.2008 - Current

Casselman High School

Some College (No Degree) - Occupational Health And Safety

Casselman High School
Francois Lacroix