Matthew Smith
Ponoka
Summary
Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator with a strong background in safely operating machinery and ensuring compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Conducted regular inspections of work areas to identify hazardous conditions, while performing routine maintenance on equipment to maintain operational efficiency. Skilled in the installation of septic systems and underground utilities, utilizing excavation techniques and GPS systems for accurate site plotting. Demonstrated ability to follow project plans and safety protocols, contributing to successful completion of construction projects.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equipment Operator and Vac Truck Operator
Kja septic services
Eckville
12.2023 - 06.2025
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws regarding health, safety, environment protection standards and regulations.
- Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
- Conducted regular inspections of work area for hazardous conditions that could impact safe operation of equipment.
- Installed drainage systems, septic tanks, water lines, and sewer lines using Bobcat excavators.
- Performed routine maintenance on septic tanks for both residential and commercial clients to keep systems durable and operating at peak levels.
- Assisted with the installation of septic tanks when needed.
- Followed safety protocols while working in hazardous environments such as septic tanks or gas lines.
- Conducted annual inspection of septic tanks to identify any potential problems.
- Installed septic tanks according to local codes and regulations.
- Troubleshot septic systems to identify operational or physical issues and correct problems.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Serious
Calgary
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
- Performed minor service on equipment and referred complicated mechanical issues to appropriate personnel.
- Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
- Hotline excavation
Heavy Equipment Operator
Surerus Murphy joint venture
Calgary
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Backfilling ditch
- Hotline digging
- Bore support
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed minor service on equipment and referred complicated mechanical issues to appropriate personnel.
Heavy Equipment Operator- Formen
Jedco energy services
Red Deer
06.2016 - 01.2021
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Integrity digs
- Hotline, digging, and backfilling
- Equipment, inspections, and maintenance
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Developed operational plans to meet project objectives while minimizing costs.
- Assisted in the development of new procedures for improved efficiency on future projects.
- Managed subcontractors performing specialized tasks such as welding or coating applications.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and policies on the pipeline construction sites.
- Provided feedback on job performance reviews for all direct-report employees.
- Developed strategies to maximize efficiency while maintaining high quality standards.
- Supervised a team of 25+ workers in the installation, inspection, repair, maintenance and testing of pipelines.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bathurst High School
Bathurst, NB06-2000
Some College (No Degree) - Pipe Fitter
Red Deer College
Red Deer, ABSkills
- Equipment operation
- Heavy machinery operation
- Septic system installation
- Excavation techniques
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Hazard identification
- Problem solving
- Client communication
- Time management
- Soil compaction
- Backhoe operation
- Following instructions
- Equipment operations
- Equipment inspections
- Skid steer operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Demolition procedures
- Site bulldozing
- Following project plans
- Site preparation
- Project management
- Daily reporting
- Worksite safety
- Construction management
- Blueprint reading
- OSHA compliance
- Operator signaling
- Self motivation
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Risk assessment
- Problem-solving
- Time management abilities
- Interpersonal skills
- Rigging procedures
Certification
- Tickets available upon request
- first aid
- H2S
Timeline
Equipment Operator and Vac Truck Operator
Kja septic services
12.2023 - 06.2025
Heavy Equipment Operator
Serious
07.2023 - 12.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator
Surerus Murphy joint venture
07.2021 - 05.2022
Heavy Equipment Operator- Formen
Jedco energy services
06.2016 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Bathurst High School
Some College (No Degree) - Pipe Fitter
Red Deer College