Matthew Blackburn
Lancaster
Summary
Professional heavy machinery operator prepared for efficient equipment handling and site management. Known for precision in operating complex machinery and ensuring job site safety. Highly reliable with strong team collaboration skills and adaptability to changing project requirements.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Heavy Equipment Operator
Waste Management/Waste Collections
03.2021 - Current
- Doing daily inspection reports to make sure the machines I am running is safe to operate and has all fluids at operating levels.
- Making sure all trucks and customers that are coming to dump at the landfill are doing their tasks safely.
- Leading the team of operators and laborers to make sure that all tasks are done in a timely manner.
- Trained new operators on equipment handling and safety protocols, enhancing team performance.
- Operated heavy equipment for waste collection, ensuring compliance with safety standards and regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline waste collection processes and improve service delivery.
- Monitored equipment performance, identifying issues and implementing corrective actions promptly.
- Led efforts in maintaining cleanliness and organization of worksite to support operational effectiveness.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill. Including Dozer, Motor Grader, Compactor, Excavator, Rock truck, Scrapper.
- Fine grading on Motor Grader, Compactor and D6 Dozer using Trimble Gps System
- Played a key role in successful project completions by maintaining open lines of communication with supervisors and team members, ensuring timely adjustments to work strategies when needed.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Assisted in training new hires on proper operation techniques and safety procedures for various pieces of heavy equipment.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
- Boosted overall project efficiency by effectively planning machine movements and coordinating with other operators onsite.
Laborer/Heavy Equipment Operator
Waste Management/Waste Collections
02.2018 - 03.2021
- Compactor, Motor Grader, loader, water truck, back-hoe.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to maintain operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Loaded and unloaded waste materials, optimizing space within collection vehicles for maximum capacity.
- Assisted in training new laborers on safe handling procedures and proper use of equipment.
- Monitored waste disposal processes, ensuring adherence to environmental regulations and company policies.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Fine grading on Motor Grader on roads and decks.
Laborer Temp
Waste Management, People Ready
03.2016 - 02.2018
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Safe equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Skid steer proficiency
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Clean driving record
- Bulldozer operation
- Front end loader operations
- Safety compliance
- Earthmoving operations
- Preventive Maintenance
- Off-road vehicle operation
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Heavy haul trucking
- Good judgement
- Backhoe operation
- Backhoe handling
- First aid training
- Bulldozer maneuvering
- Debris removal
- Effective communication skills
- Articulated dump truck skills
- Team leadership
- [Equipment] operation
- Equipment logs
- Excavator attachment usage
- Excavation expertise
- Grading techniques
- Parts lubrication
- Team collaboration
- Compactor operation
- Interpreting maps and instructions
- Erosion control practices
- Slope stabilization methods
- Project management
- Pre and Post-trip inspections
- Backfilling techniques
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Lead Heavy Equipment Operator
Waste Management/Waste Collections
03.2021 - Current
Laborer/Heavy Equipment Operator
Waste Management/Waste Collections
02.2018 - 03.2021
Laborer Temp
Waste Management, People Ready
03.2016 - 02.2018