Nathan Playfair
Fort St. James
Summary
Knowledgeable Grader Operator with hands-on experience in operating heavy machinery to ensure smooth and efficient construction processes. Skilled in executing precise grading tasks and maintaining equipment in top condition. Demonstrated ability in leveraging problem-solving skills and attention to detail to achieve project goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Grader Operator
Shasyaz Contracting LTD
06.2024 - Current
- Supported other heavy equipment operators as needed, fostering teamwork and collaboration among colleagues at the job site.
- Provided accurate measurements using survey instruments, ensuring proper alignment of roads according to design specifications.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities related to grader operation skills and industry trends, staying current with best practices in the field.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability through effective erosion control measures during grading activities.
- Maintained a clean workspace around the grader machine area, promoting a safe working environment for all crew members onsite.
- Communicated effectively with team members, ensuring efficient coordination of tasks and timely project completion.
- Operated grader machinery safely, adhering to all safety regulations and guidelines to minimize accidents on the job site.
Grader Operator
Dalchako Timber LTD
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Ensured smooth road surfaces with precise grading techniques, resulting in improved travel conditions.
- Increased work efficiency by maintaining and operating grader equipment for various construction projects.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to different terrains and weather conditions while operating grading equipment, maintaining productivity levels.
- Prepared detailed daily reports on project progress, highlighting any challenges encountered or areas for improvement needed moving forward.
- Identified potential issues during grading operations early on, addressing problems swiftly before escalating into costly delays or repairs.
- Established a strong safety culture within the team by consistently adhering to company policies and procedures related to workplace health and safety.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite.
- Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.
- Contributed to environmental sustainability through effective erosion control measures during grading activities.
- Maintained a clean workspace around the grader machine area, promoting a safe working environment for all crew members onsite.
- Communicated effectively with team members, ensuring efficient coordination of tasks and timely project completion.
- Operated grader machinery safely, adhering to all safety regulations and guidelines to minimize accidents on the job site.
Grader Operator
Tanizul Timber LTD
09.2021 - 04.2024
- Continuously sought opportunities for process improvement, identifying inefficiencies in grading operations and recommending solutions to increase overall productivity.
- Managed time efficiently by prioritizing tasks based on project schedules and resource availability, keeping projects on track for completion deadlines.
- Collaborated with site supervisors to understand project requirements and deliver quality work within deadlines.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on heavy equipment, prolonging machinery lifespan and reducing repair costs.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
- Assisted team in setting up and dismantling equipment and tools to use for construction.
- Performed preventive maintenance to prolong life of equipment.
- Ensured smooth road surfaces with precise grading techniques, resulting in improved travel conditions.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to different terrains and weather conditions while operating grading equipment, maintaining productivity levels.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Operated grader machinery safely, adhering to all safety regulations and guidelines to minimize accidents on the job site.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fort St. James Secondary School
Fort St. James, BCSkills
- Work zone safety
- Machine maintenance
- GPS technology
- Site preparation
- Environmental awareness
- Road construction
- Grading precision
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Following directions
- Repair and maintenance
- Team leadership
- Valid Driver's license
Certification
OFA Level 3
Defensive Driving
Transportations Of Dangerous Goods By Ground
S-100 Fire Suppression And Safety
S-185 Fire Suppression And Safety
Timeline
Grader Operator
Shasyaz Contracting LTD
06.2024 - Current
Grader Operator
Dalchako Timber LTD
08.2023 - 04.2024
Grader Operator
Tanizul Timber LTD
09.2021 - 04.2024
High School Diploma -
Fort St. James Secondary School
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