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Grant Bissky

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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

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Equipment Operator

Michell's Excavating
Victoria
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Ran Excavator's full-time all sizes on various sites
  • Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Signaled operators to guide movement of tractor-drawn machines.
  • Drove and maneuvered equipment in successive passes over working areas to remove topsoil, vegetation, or rocks.
  • Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
  • Loaded both raw materials and finished components to support manufacturing and production processes.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Agressive Aggregate
Shawnigan Lake
04.2015 - 01.2016
  • Ran a D8 Cat - 450 Excavator - Rock Truck - Front End Loader- 5 yrd Loader
  • Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Signaled operators to guide movement of tractor-drawn machines.
  • Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Municipality of Saanich
Victoria
03.1975 - 11.2013
  • Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Signaled operators to guide movement of tractor-drawn machines.
  • Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Managed inventory of supplies and equipment necessary for daily operations.
  • Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs.
  • Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
  • Finished shop cleaning, servicing, and storing after each shift.
  • Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
  • Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
  • Completed routine inspections on vehicles.
  • Identified potentially hazardous or unacceptable materials at job site and coordinated proper disposal.
  • Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
  • Kept records of material or equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
  • Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
  • Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
  • Identified, tagged, and notified drivers of prohibited items to secure safe environment.
  • Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
  • Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Welding Cert

Camosun College
Victoria, None

Some College (No Degree) - Lof House Building

Camosun College
Victoria, None

Some College (No Degree) - Safe Driver's Seminar

Municipality of Saanich
Victoria, BC

Skills

  • Equipment Usage Expertise
  • Advanced Excavation Methods
  • Heavy machinery maintenance
  • Site safety protocols
  • Strategic Load Coordination
  • Material handling
  • Bulldozer operations
  • Backhoe handling
  • Water truck operation
  • Ditch digging
  • Skid steer proficiency
  • Front end loader operations
  • Load calculation

Accomplishments

  • Received certificate of 35 years of service with the Municipality of Saanich

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Operator

Michell's Excavating
01.2018 - 01.2019

Heavy Equipment Operator

Agressive Aggregate
04.2015 - 01.2016

Heavy Equipment Operator

Municipality of Saanich
03.1975 - 11.2013

Some College (No Degree) - Welding Cert

Camosun College

Some College (No Degree) - Lof House Building

Camosun College

Some College (No Degree) - Safe Driver's Seminar

Municipality of Saanich

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