LANCE WIEBE
Prince George,BC
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in adhering to safety protocols and conducting thorough inspections of equipment and vehicles. Consistently meets and exceeds productivity standards while adapting swiftly to changing work environments. Recognized for meticulous adherence to operating procedures and performing routine maintenance. Strong work ethic complemented by excellent teamwork skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
RG McLeod Developments
Prince George, British Columbia
07.2023 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery for site preparation and material handling tasks.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks on construction sites.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute project plans efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment for safety and maintenance needs.
- Loaded and unloaded materials using various heavy equipment types.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment operation and safety practices.
- Maintained accurate records of equipment usage and maintenance logs.
- Implemented best practices to improve workflow and operational efficiency.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
- Finished shop cleaning, servicing, and storing after each shift.
- Assisted drivers, equipment operators, and other employees in grouping and sorting materials.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
- Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
- Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
- Turned valves to control air or water output of compressors or pumps.
- Evaluated atmosphere for sufficient oxygen levels and explosive hazards in confined spaces.
Heavy Equipment Operator
KK Ice & Snow
Surrey, British Columbia
06.2020 - 07.2023
- Operated heavy machinery for site preparation and material handling tasks.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment for safety and maintenance needs.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute project plans efficiently.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks on construction sites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials using various heavy equipment types.
- Maintained accurate records of equipment usage and maintenance logs.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
Heavy Equipment Operator
GRP Equipment Rentals
Langley, British Columbia
03.2015 - 06.2020
- Operated heavy machinery for site preparation and material handling tasks.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment for safety and maintenance needs.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks on construction sites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials using various heavy equipment types.
- Maintained accurate records of equipment usage and maintenance logs.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Identified, tagged, and notified drivers of prohibited items to secure safe environment.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
Heavy Equipment Operator - Snow Removal
Mission Contractors - Snow Removal for BC Hydro
Mission, British Columbia
11.2010 - 03.2015
- Operated snow removal equipment for safe clearing of BC Hydro facilities.
- Conducted routine maintenance on heavy machinery to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate snow removal efforts effectively.
- Monitored weather conditions to anticipate and respond to snow accumulation.
- Inspected job sites for hazards before commencing snow removal operations.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during equipment operation.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety procedures.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
CBC Academy
Abbotsford, BC06-1992
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Heavy machinery maintenance
- Site preparation
- Material loading/unloading
- Vehicle inspection
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Multi-machine operation
- Excavation
- Rock removal
- Backhoe handling
- Land surveying basics
- Safety inspections
- Grading techniques
- Valid Driver's license
- Materials movement
- Off-road vehicle operation
- Ground disturbance issues
- Hydro excavation
- Site bulldozing
- Compaction control knowledge
- Road construction
- Soil stabilization methods
- Site preparation techniques
- Earthmoving operations
- Erosion control practices
- Trench work
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
RG McLeod Developments
07.2023 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
KK Ice & Snow
06.2020 - 07.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator
GRP Equipment Rentals
03.2015 - 06.2020
Heavy Equipment Operator - Snow Removal
Mission Contractors - Snow Removal for BC Hydro
11.2010 - 03.2015
High School Diploma -
CBC Academy
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