Garner Bruneski
Stony Plain,Canada
Summary
Heavy Equipment Operator and Class 1 Driver with over 20 years of experience in trucking, excavation, and demolition. Demonstrated expertise in operating various heavy machinery, securing oversize loads, and ensuring project completion within safety and efficiency standards. Recognized for maintaining zero-incident results while leading teams in high-pressure environments. Committed to professionalism and punctuality, consistently meeting project deadlines.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Finish Heavy Equipment Operator
Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc
AB
04.2025 - Current
- All aspects of finishing work, including detail removals prior to excavating.
- Worked beside live traffic and overhead/underground utilities.
- Operated excavators, rubber tired loaders, skid steers, and other equipment.
Finish Heavy Equipment Operator
Curbinator
AB
06.2024 - 02.2025
- Finish operator for commercial construction projects.
- Assisted with Class 1 hauling when needed.
- Delivered precise excavation duties across diverse site requirements.
Heavy Haul Truck Driver
MCL Trucking
Acheson, AB
11.2022 - 04.2024
- Safely operated heavy haul trucks with zero accidents.
- Planned efficient routes using GPS/navigation tools to meet deadlines.
- Verified loads against Bills of Lading and ensured secure transport.
- Maintained accurate DOT logbooks and compliance documentation.
Heavy Haul Truck Driver
Kitchton Trucking
Acheson, AB
04.2020 - 11.2022
- Transported oversize loads requiring permits and specialized handling.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections and reported maintenance issues.
- Coordinated trailer drops/hooks and equipment configurations.
- Achieved consistent on-time deliveries with no safety incidents.
Operator / Class 1 Driver
Tractor Ranch / Envoy Rentals
Edmonton, AB
11.2019 - 04.2020
- Delivered and operated heavy equipment via lowbed transport.
- Trained new hires on safe equipment operation and site procedures.
Truck Driver
Western Delivery Express
Edmonton, AB
01.2019 - 11.2019
- Delivered furniture/appliances for The Brick with Class 1 vehicles.
- Maintained safety compliance and achieved zero accidents.
Equipment Operator
All West Demolition
Edmonton, AB
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Performed interior/exterior demolition using excavators, loaders, and power tools.
- Coordinated with crews to ensure safe and efficient site operations.
Excavator Operator
Mid-City Excavating
Edmonton, AB
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Operated hoe for mainline excavation and grading.
- Loaded/unloaded heavy materials and coordinated with ground crews.
Equipment Operator
Kodiak Excavating
Edmonton, AB
08.2017 - 05.2018
- Specialized in detailed excavator finishing, demolition, and concrete removal.
- Operated multiple machines including dozer, track loader, and rock truck.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Ledcor
Fort McKay - Albian Mine, Alberta
11.2011 - 05.2012
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated Excavator 450-1250.
- Bulldozer D6-D10
- JD 850 wheel loader
- 70 T haul truck
Skills
Equipment operation
- 10,000 hours operating excavators ranging from mini units to a PC 1250
- 3,000 hours on bull dozers of all sizes, performing grading, finishing, and site preparation
- 2,000 hours on wiggle wagons with consistent safety and load management
- 1500 hours on 70-ton mining trucks, ensuring reliable performance in demanding environments
- Extensive experience with skid steers and loaders, delivering precision in material handling and site finishing
Driving
- Heavy haul and oversize load handling
- Class 1 commercial driving
- Load securing and transportation safety
- Adherence to DOT regulations
- Safety inspection’s & compliance
Certification
- Class 1 Driver Training, Cameron Driver Education, 1999
- TDG Excellence Course, 2009
- Ground Disturbance Level II
- Elevated Work Platform / Boom Lift
- CSTS 2020 & WHMIS 2015
- H2S
- OSSA
Hobbies and Interests
- Quading
- Mountain Biking
- Camping
- Snowboarding
- Fishing
Timeline
Finish Heavy Equipment Operator
Wilco Contractors Northwest Inc
04.2025 - Current
Finish Heavy Equipment Operator
Curbinator
06.2024 - 02.2025
Heavy Haul Truck Driver
MCL Trucking
11.2022 - 04.2024
Heavy Haul Truck Driver
Kitchton Trucking
04.2020 - 11.2022
Operator / Class 1 Driver
Tractor Ranch / Envoy Rentals
11.2019 - 04.2020
Truck Driver
Western Delivery Express
01.2019 - 11.2019
Equipment Operator
All West Demolition
10.2018 - 01.2019
Excavator Operator
Mid-City Excavating
05.2018 - 10.2018
Equipment Operator
Kodiak Excavating
08.2017 - 05.2018
Heavy Equipment Operator
Ledcor
11.2011 - 05.2012