Kofi Appiah
Saskatoon,SK
Summary
Reliable Farm Supervisor with solid analytical and problem-solving skills. Performs manual labor for extended periods of time. Builds and maintains effective working relationships with other employees.
Hardworking professional well-versed in handling materials, operating machinery and supporting overall team and project needs. In-depth knowledge of compliance mandates governing site and worker safety. Focused on helping complete skilled work under deadlines.
Qualified warehouse forklift operator with several years moving goods between loading docks and storage areas. Expert at receiving shipments, preparing goods for shipping and organizing warehouses. Dedicated to quickly and carefully handling loads to complete tasks safely and on time. Clean safety record and excellent attendance.
Safety-oriented Skidder Operator dedicated to applying communication and problem-solving abilities to support team needs and production operations. Strong attention to detail, remarkable work ethic and methodical nature.
Dedicated Tractor Operator skilled with mechanical operations, repairs and inspections. Follows directions well, works with no supervision and meets schedules. Familiar with range of equipment and tools.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Skid Steer Operator
SeeMoreGreen Landscaping
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
04.2026 - Current
- Operated skid steer to perform site preparation and landscaping tasks.
- Managed equipment maintenance to ensure optimal performance and safety standards.
- Collaborated with crew to execute job plans and maintain workflow efficiency.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize hazards on the worksite consistently.
- Communicated with supervisors to report equipment issues or project updates.
- Loaded dirt, gravel, and rock into dump truck beds for disposal or transport purposes.
- Safely maneuvered skid steers around tight spaces without damaging property.
- Manually loaded and unloaded material from skid steers when necessary.
- Inspected machines before use to ensure safe operation and compliance with safety regulations.
- Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
Skid Steer Operator
JonesE Property Maintenance
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
10.2025 - 04.2026
- Loaded and unloaded materials using skid steer attachments effectively.
- Loaded snow into dump truck beds for disposal or transport purposes.
- Checked hydraulic hoses for leaks or damage prior to starting operations.
- Cautiously operated skid steer to clear snow on walkways without getting in contact with poles or anything
- Monitored machine functions to ensure accuracy during operation.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors regarding job progress updates.
Worker/Warehouse Forklift Operator
Vecima Networks
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
02.2025 - 09.2025
- Operated machinery for assembly and production tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow and productivity.
- Inspected products for quality compliance before packaging.
- Assisted in training new employees on standard operating procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in work areas consistently.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy machinery to load and unload materials.
- Inspected outgoing shipments for accuracy before dispatching from warehouse.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse efficiently.
- Ensured all safety protocols were followed while operating the forklift.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
Tractor Operator/Skid Steer Operator/Supervisor
Under the Sun Groweries
Bradwell, Saskatchewan
05.2024 - 12.2024
- Supervised daily operations of crop production and field management.
- Trained new staff on best practices for planting and harvesting techniques.
- Led team meetings to discuss workflow and address challenges.
- Supervised the maintenance and operation of farm equipment, including tractors, combines, and other heavy machinery.
- Performed basic maintenance, including oil changes and tire checks on tractors.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety practices.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during tractor operation activities.
- Plowed fields to prepare them for planting crops.
- Operated tractor and trailer to haul equipment, supplies, and materials.
- Operated tractors for field preparation and planting at a large agricultural facility.
- Followed safety protocols while operating heavy machinery.
- Dug ditches, leveled grading and spread gravel.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of cargo from vehicles to ensure safe transport of goods.
- Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
- Operated skid steer machinery for soil preparation and land clearing tasks.
- Assisted production works.
Education
Liberal Arts
Opoku Ware School
Kumasi 11.2018 - 10/2021
Skills
- Crop management
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Team training
- Heavy machinery operation
- Problem solving
- Leadership skills
- Fence building
- Greenhouse operations
- Agricultural practices
- Construction
- Physical stamina
- Forklift operation
- Warehouse safety
- Safe lifting techniques
- Shipment receiving
- Truck loading and unloading
- Safe forklift operation
- Shipping and receiving
- Team collaboration
- Quality inspection
- Employee training
- Time management
- Snow removal
Timeline
Skid Steer Operator
SeeMoreGreen Landscaping
04.2026 - Current
Skid Steer Operator
JonesE Property Maintenance
10.2025 - 04.2026
Worker/Warehouse Forklift Operator
Vecima Networks
02.2025 - 09.2025
Tractor Operator/Skid Steer Operator/Supervisor
Under the Sun Groweries
05.2024 - 12.2024
Liberal Arts
Opoku Ware School
11.2018 - 10/2021