Nick Bell
Kemptville,ON
Summary
Reliable, experienced Excavator Operator dedicated to maintaining equipment, working in a team environment, and performing excavator duties to the best of my ability. Detail-oriented individual with over 15 years of working on job sites to handle trench work and proper pipe and utility installation, grading, road building and other excavator duties. Hardworking employee with great attitude, and one who has always enjoyed teaching and guiding others in the trade.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Excavator Operator
Tomlinson
Ottawa, ON
06.2019 - Current
- Worked a number of different excavator roles including: sewer and water, road building, grading, and utility installations.
- Assisted in site preparation tasks, including clearing debris and vegetation, ensuring a safe work environment for all team members.
- Dug ditches and trenches using large excavators for small and large scale excavation projects.
- Collaborated with other heavy equipment operators to coordinate movements and optimize work zone safety.
- Demonstrated precision in trench digging for utility installations, minimizing disruption to surrounding areas.
- Ensured accurate digging depths by utilizing GPS technology and laser-guided systems.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Loiselle Excavation
04.2017 - 03.2019
- Operated Main Line shovel to install water/sewer pipe in tight quarters community (Vanier)
- Operated secondary services shovel
- Backfill and rough grade with excavator.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Akman Construction
05.2016 - 12.2016
- Operated many different pieces of equipment including excavator 20-40 ton, mini ex, skid steer and rubber tire loader
- Excavated for pipe installation, foundations, water and gas services
- Tasked with backfilling buildings and trenches
- Tasked with performing rough grade.
Foreman/Operator
AWD Contractors
Ottawa, ON
10.2014 - 05.2016
- In charge of a crew of labourers and operators tasked with performing jobs such as; installing site services and preparing sites for future buildings and parking lots
- Tasked with providing leadership and enthusiasm to a team
- Operated a John Deere excavator while keeping track of grades and proper instalment of; pipe, manholes, and other structures
- Calculating geodetic elevations using plans and laser levels
- Continued use of skid steers and mini excavators to complete small tasks.
Education
Pre media communications -
Algonquin College
Completed grade 12 -
Holy Trinity Catholic High School
Driver safety and trade skill development – 3 week certification backhoe program -
Transport Training Centres of Canada Inc.
09.2010
Skills
- 15 years of excavator operation
- Self motivated and extremely reliable
- Not afraid to take on leadership roles
- Strong communication skills
- Hardworking and thorough in completing projects
- Familiar with pre-operational equipment checks
- Familiar with deep trench excavation
- Worked with excavator GPS (CAT GRADE or Earthworks)
Languages
English
Certification
- Working at heights, completed 2024
- WHMIS, completed 2024
- First aid/CPR certified 2023
Timeline
Excavator Operator
Tomlinson
06.2019 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Loiselle Excavation
04.2017 - 03.2019
Heavy Equipment Operator
Akman Construction
05.2016 - 12.2016
Foreman/Operator
AWD Contractors
10.2014 - 05.2016
Pre media communications -
Algonquin College
Completed grade 12 -
Holy Trinity Catholic High School
Driver safety and trade skill development – 3 week certification backhoe program -
Transport Training Centres of Canada Inc.