Jonathan Hicks
Catalina,NL
Summary
Dynamic Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience at RJG Construction Ltd, excelling in safe machinery operation and site preparation. Proven track record in enhancing project efficiency through effective communication and teamwork. Skilled in excavation and maintenance, consistently ensuring compliance with safety protocols while minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
RJG Construction Ltd
St. John's, NL
11.2021 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery including excavators and bulldozers for site preparation and material handling.
- Conducted daily equipment inspections to ensure safety compliance and operational readiness.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans efficiently and meet deadlines.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment functions and safety protocols.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues to minimize downtime and enhance productivity.
- Implemented best practices for equipment maintenance, extending lifespan and reducing repair costs.
- 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.
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Optimized machine performance with regular cleaning, lubrication, and maintenance checks in accordance with manufacturer guidelines.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Played a key role in successful project completions by maintaining open lines of communication with supervisors and team members, ensuring timely adjustments to work strategies when needed.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
- Boosted overall project efficiency by effectively planning machine movements and coordinating with other operators onsite.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety by consistently wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and following all established protocols.
- Maintained accurate logs of equipment operation hours, maintenance activities, and project progress for streamlined record-keeping purposes.
- Mitigated potential hazards by promptly reporting unsafe conditions or damaged equipment to supervisors.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Upheld company reputation for quality workmanship through precise execution of tasks according to blueprints and specifications.
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Mitigated project delays, swiftly adapting to changing weather conditions and site challenges.
- Improved safety records, leading by example in wearing protective gear and following all site safety guidelines.
- Operated variety of heavy machinery, contributing to timely project completions.
- Contributed to enhanced team morale, sharing knowledge on equipment handling with newer operators.
- Enhanced site safety by rigorously following operational protocols and conducting regular equipment inspections.
- Facilitated smoother project workflows by coordinating with other operators and ground personnel.
- Reduced equipment downtime, performing routine maintenance and minor repairs.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
- Removed topsoil, vegetation, and rocks to grade earth to specifications.
- Adjusted soil levels and grade land for construction projects.
- Operated compactors to compact soil, asphalt and other materials.
- Read blueprints and understood technical drawings.
- Provided technical assistance to other workers on job site.
- Employed bulldozers, loaders and backhoes for construction projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
Discovery Collegiate
Bonavista, NL Skills
Heavy equipment operation
Valid Driver's license
Safe equipment operation
Loader operation
Construction background
Skid steer proficiency
Front end loader operations
Safety compliance
Earthmoving operations
Off-road vehicle operation
Following directions
Moving and leveling dirt
Good judgement
Construction equipment operation
Repair and maintenance
Backhoe operation
Backhoe handling
First aid training
Effective communication skills
Front end loader handling
Equipment operation
Materials movement
Equipment logs
Excavator attachment usage
Inclement working conditions
Decision-making
Safety procedures
Excavation expertise
Parts lubrication
Team collaboration
Wheel loader operation
Road construction
Teamwork and collaboration
Soil compaction methods
Site preparation techniques
Loader controls
Site prep
Commercial construction experience
Residential construction
Land clearing techniques
Hydraulic lifts
Asphalt paving
Paving equipment operation
Demolition procedures
Loading and unloading
Safety policies and procedures
Verbal and written communication
Pre and Post-trip inspections
Backfilling techniques
Environmental compliance awareness
Blueprint reading
Equipment inspection
Languages
English
Elementary
Accomplishments
Operating excavators digging mainline for water and sewer projects , sinking cribs to build wharfs , dredging both from land or on a barge to install new wharfs or just make areas in harbours deeper , installing breakwaters or wrapping shores with armour stone , installing culverts on highways, building parking lots and roads , working in rock quarries separating materials / loading and unloading trucks or crushers/screeners , operating skid steers or rubber tire backhoes at paving projects , operating front end loaders loading off loading materials with forks and loading trucks on job sites or in rock quarries separating materials, operating articulate rock trucks from time to time to get jobs done or no available operator and hauling trailers with materials with pick-up trucks when things are needed for jobs etc… also can be lead hand on sites to help lighten work for formans and supervisors and willing to lend a hand to any coworkers needing a lending hand .
Certification
Class 8 license
Power line hazard
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
RJG Construction Ltd
11.2021 - Current
High School Diploma -
Discovery Collegiate