Chad VanHerk
Fort Macleod,AB
Summary
Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator and Farm Ranch Hand with a proven track record at Colton VanHerk and Durango Livestock. Demonstrated expertise in machinery operation and maintenance, coupled with exceptional problem-solving abilities and team-building skills. Achieved operational efficiency and reduced equipment downtime, showcasing reliability and a commitment to safety.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level firefighter position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Colton VanHerk
01.2023 - Current
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as excavators, and loaders.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize work processes, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, and other and coordinated supplies to promote efficiency.
- Increased equipment efficiency by performing regular maintenance and timely repairs.
- Made necessary adjustments to machinery for optimum performance.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.
- Transported materials and equipment to and from construction sites.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Checked equipment performance and made necessary repairs.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Conducted daily maintenance checks on equipment, preventing downtime and maintaining productivity.
- Assisted in project planning to ensure equipment availability, aligning with project timelines.
- Reduced equipment breakdowns with proactive identification and resolution of potential issues.
- Maintained detailed logs of equipment usage and maintenance, ensuring accountability and operational readiness.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately survey and grade terrain for worksite preparation.
- Reduced downtime by conducting pre-use inspections and addressing potential issues proactively.
Farm Ranch Hand
Durango Livestock
03.2019 - Current
- Administered feed supplements to cows and other livestock.
- Operated heavy machinery safely while following all applicable guidelines for proper use and maintenance.
- Assisted in the safe transportation of livestock from one location to another, minimizing stress on the animals.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects such as fence construction or barn renovations for improved functionality.
- Increased overall farm efficiency by maintaining and repairing farm equipment, ensuring prompt completion of tasks.
- Aided in farm record-keeping tasks such as tracking animal births, vaccinations, and feed consumption for optimal resource management.
- Contributed to a clean and organized work environment by keeping barns, pens, and other areas free from debris and hazards.
- Safeguarded farm assets during inclement weather by securing structures and moving vulnerable materials to safe locations.
- Supported sustainable farming practices by composting organic waste materials for future use as natural fertilizer.
- Enhanced livestock health through regular feeding, cleaning, and monitoring of animals for signs of illness or injury.
- Ensured timely planting and harvesting of crops by operating various types of agricultural machinery.
- Improved crop yield with precise irrigation management and soil fertility maintenance techniques.
- Prolonged the lifespan of essential tools through routine care such as sharpening blades or oiling hinges on equipment.
- Examined animals for signs of sickness and overall herd health.
- Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
- Patrolled grazing grounds using ATVs and horses to monitor animals and determine movement, care or health-related needs.
- Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
- Observed animals and notified supervisor of signs of illness.
- Maintained condition of stock horses used to herd cattle.
- Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
- Placed orders for animal food with vendors and confirmed delivery dates and times.
- Flagged or marked implant products for identification to optimize processing time.
- Maintained growth, feeding, production, and cost records for cattle livestock.
- Used Fendt tractor to improve harvesting of various crops.
Education
No Degree -
Calvin Christian School
Coalhurst, ABSkills
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Front end loader operations
- Machinery inspection
- Effective communication skills
- tractor, wheel loader, excavator, skidsteer, operation
- Loader controls
- Boomtruck operation
- Pre-operational equipment inspections
- Daily vehicle assessments
- Maintenance procedures
- Excavation
- Air compressor use
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Hazard Identification
- Operational Efficiency
- Team building
- Equipment Operation
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Hydraulic systems
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Volunteering
- Horseback Riding
- Outdoor Recreation
- Gym Workouts
- photography
- Volunteer Work
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Colton VanHerk
01.2023 - Current
Farm Ranch Hand
Durango Livestock
03.2019 - Current
No Degree -
Calvin Christian School
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