Kelsey Braun
St. Albert,Canada
Summary
Seasoned Heavy Equipment Operator known for maintaining high productivity and efficiently completing tasks. Possess specialized skills in operating various types of heavy machinery, adhering to safety protocols, and performing routine maintenance checks. Excel at teamwork, communication, and problem-solving, ensuring projects are completed on schedule and within safety guidelines.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Lake Excavating Ltd
Williams Lake, BC
04.2023 - Current
- Operated and maintained grader, excavator, packer, dozer, scraper, skidsteer, and haul truck equipment.
- Performed foreman and supervisor duties to ensure project efficiency.
- Executed underground water and sewer repairs and installations to meet regulatory standards.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
Yard Foreman
The Crypto Can Man Ltd
Sturgeon County, AB
11.2020 - 04.2023
- Oversaw daily yard operations, including vehicle logs, equipment maintenance, and snow clearing tasks.
- Operated skid steer, forklift, and zoom boom for efficient yard grading and material handling.
- Conducted daily safety meetings to promote workplace safety and communication.
- Managed a team of 3 to 8 employees, delegating tasks and mentoring junior staff.
- Facilitated construction and setup of Crypto facilities in Texas, reporting progress to management in Alberta.
- Utilized Excel and Microsoft Teams for effective project tracking and communication.
Equipment Operator/Labourer
E Construction
Sherwood Park, AB
05.2010 - 11.2015
- Initiated construction career with E, executing various roles from laborer to flagger.
- Progressed to operating heavy equipment, gaining expertise in skid steer, backhoe, grader, and packer.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grimshaw Junior/Senior High School
Alberta06.2009
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Construction management
- Equipment repair and maintenance
- Forklift and loader operation
- Backhoe and grader operation
- Mechanical expertise
- Lawn and landscape care
- Snow removal services
- Time management
- Clean driving record
- Hydraulic systems
Certification
- Driving License Class 5
- WHMIS Certification
- CSTS 2020
- Respirator fit test
References
Raymond Kolybaba- Superintendent E- Construction 780-805-0567
Chris Revega- Superintendent Lake Excavating 780-307-1140
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Lake Excavating Ltd
04.2023 - Current
Yard Foreman
The Crypto Can Man Ltd
11.2020 - 04.2023
Equipment Operator/Labourer
E Construction
05.2010 - 11.2015
High School Diploma -
Grimshaw Junior/Senior High School