Jeremy Lahonen
Summary
Highly organized and experienced in crew management. I am a natural problem solver and can easily adapt to and contribute to my environment. Safety Driven above all else.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Graham Construction & Engineering
09.2024 - Current
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Performed deep excavations around various live utilities maintaining safe slopes, access/egress.
- 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.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Ledcor
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Boosted overall project efficiency by effectively planning machine movements and coordinating with other operators onsite.
- Coordinated with team management as well as rock blasting contractor to ensure everyone's safety and proper access to blast locations.
Foreman
Ledcor
05.2022 - 06.2023
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Collaborated with project managers in planning stages, advising on schedule adjustments and potential obstacles.
- Working with crews to grade and level pads for concrete pours.
- Working with Cranes to effectively install U ditch concrete panels for site drainage.
Heavy Equipment Operator/Lead Hand
Ledcor
03.2019 - 05.2022
- Site preparations leveling ground, building access roads and stripping vegetation and trees using dozer and excavator.
- Creek diversion by excavating and landscaping new waterway to divert creek outside plant limits.
- Lead crew on daily excavation plans for safe and effective hauling and excavating.
- Streamlined excavation processes to meet stringent deadlines, operating excavators with precision.
- Contributed to enhanced team morale, sharing knowledge on equipment handling with newer operators.
General Foreman
Flatiron
03.2018 - 12.2018
- Oversee night shift operations supervising twenty to thirty end dumps hauling imported fill to various locations through out job.
- Oversee multiple fill and excavation sites using various types of heavy equipment.
- Organize nightly crew line ups with foreman's.
- Participate in morning meeting with day time supervisor and cross shift.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing diverse teams to achieve common goals while fostering a positive work environment.
- Kept teams properly supplied with materials, tools, plans and supplementary assistance to meet project deadlines.
- Conducted thorough risk assessments before commencing projects, identifying potential challenges and developing contingency plans accordingly.
General Foreman
Flatiron
02.2016 - 12.2017
- Supervised multiple crews for punchlists warranty items
- Set up and organize on site pre dig meetings with utility owners based on project needs.
- Daily inspect various job locations to ensure crew and public safety.
- Attend office meetings for weekly look ahead and job scheduling.
- Showcased exceptional adaptability when faced with unexpected project challenges, rapidly adjusting strategies and reallocating resources to maintain progress and minimize delays.
- Delivered project updates to superintendent and detailed issues that could halt work progress.
- Reviewed blueprints, specifications and drawings to fully understand project scope ahead of time.
Foreman
Flatiron
06.2015 - 02.2016
- Instruct crew for grading concrete slope protection gravel pads.
- Coach and mentor operators and gradesmen.
- Conduct pre job meeting with crew.
- Submit daily time and equipment hours to coordinators.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Flatiron
01.2010 - 06.2015
- Operate various equipment such as excavator, skidsteer, loader, dozer, grader on NW Anthony Henday and tunnel project for the LRT.
- Underground excavation through SEM method as my crews only underground operator.
- Experienced in utility hot line and tie in excavation.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
Carpenter Helper
First Choice Developments
04.2005 - 11.2009
- Worked with master carpenters to install decks for both residential and commercial customers.
- Interpret home blueprints and project that into daily duties.
- Assisted in the installation of fixtures such as doors, windows, cabinets, trim work, molding details for aesthetically pleasing results.
- Improved worksite efficiency by assisting carpenters with tasks such as measuring, cutting, and assembling materials.
- Commercial and residential framing.
Education
High School Diploma -
Frank Maddock High School
Drayton Valley01-2005
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Safe equipment operation
- Construction background
- Safety compliance
- Earthmoving operations
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Team leadership
- Excavation expertise
- Grading techniques
Languages
English
Certification
- Leadership For Safety And Excellence
- WHIMIS 2015
- CSTS-2020
- Ground Disturbance Level 2
- Bear Aware
- Class 5 Drivers Lisence
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Graham Construction & Engineering
09.2024 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Ledcor
10.2023 - 09.2024
Foreman
Ledcor
05.2022 - 06.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator/Lead Hand
Ledcor
03.2019 - 05.2022
General Foreman
Flatiron
03.2018 - 12.2018
General Foreman
Flatiron
02.2016 - 12.2017
Foreman
Flatiron
06.2015 - 02.2016
Heavy Equipment Operator
Flatiron
01.2010 - 06.2015
Carpenter Helper
First Choice Developments
04.2005 - 11.2009
High School Diploma -
Frank Maddock High School
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