Kevin Armstrong
West Kelowna,BC
Summary
Responsible equipment operator with several years of hands-on experience operating heavy equipment in various sectors. Expert at smoothly handling tools to complete work. Sound knowledge of safety regulations and practices. Skilled in operating a wide range of construction equipment, with hands-on experience in both urban and rural construction projects. Possess strong technical understanding of machinery maintenance and repair, ensuring minimal downtime and consistent operational efficiency. Known for problem-solving skills and ability to adapt to new technologies quickly, contributing to project completion ahead of schedule and under budget on multiple occasions. Efficient communication and teamwork foster collaboration across departments to meet project milestones.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equipment Operator/ Foreman
Golden Base Oilfield
Charlie Lake, British Columbia
01.2022 - 05.2025
- Operated heavy machinery to complete oilfield tasks efficiently.
- Followed safety regulations and company policies during operations consistently.
- Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
- Performed grading of site land and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately locate boundaries for excavation sites.
- Supervised daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
- Trained and mentored new team members in operational procedures and equipment use.
- Operated dozers, excavators and graders
- Complied with OHS regulations while completing projects
Equipment Operator
V.E. Brandl
Fort St. John, British Columbia
05.2019 - 01.2022
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of materials from trucks and trailers.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately locate boundaries for excavation sites.
- Monitored operation of equipment to ensure proper functioning in accordance with safety regulations.
- Operated dozers, excavators and graders
Equipment Operator
Wolverine Construction
Charlie Lake, British Columbia
06.2015 - 01.2022
- Operated heavy machinery(dozer, excavator, grader)
- Supervised the completion of projects on time and on budget
- Completed daily maintenance inspections, FLHA, timesheets and invoices
- Installed culverts, drainage ditches, levelled pads, roads, slopes, ponds and erosion control
- Used topcon GPS to complete projects to final grade
Education
High School Diploma -
North Peace Secondary School
Fort St. John, BC06-2012
Skills
- Heavy machinery operation
- Safety compliance
- Site grading
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
Certification
- First Aid Level 1
- H2S Alive
- CSO
Timeline
Equipment Operator/ Foreman
Golden Base Oilfield
01.2022 - 05.2025
Equipment Operator
V.E. Brandl
05.2019 - 01.2022
Equipment Operator
Wolverine Construction
06.2015 - 01.2022
High School Diploma -
North Peace Secondary School
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