Samuel Devlin
Valley,NS
Summary
Dedicated Heavy Equipment Operator with strong expertise in safety compliance and equipment operation. Proven ability to coordinate operations while maintaining a secure work environment. Committed to enhancing team collaboration and preventive maintenance.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Thompson Construction Ltd.
Fort McMurray, Alberta
05.2018 - Current
- 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. Including multiple sizes of excavators, mining shovels, dozers and graders.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment for all personnel.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed job.
- Collaborating effectively with all team members and guiding new hires.
- Trained and mentored new operators to support skill development and performance.
- Maintained high performance standards while operating in extreme weather conditions.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Quality Aggregates
Folly Lake, Nova Scotia
05.2017 - 2018
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate project timelines and workflow.
- Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment for all personnel.
- Monitored job site conditions and communicated issues to supervisors promptly.
- Ensured safe and productive operation of plants and processing equipment.
Assistant Manager: Park Crew
Ski Wentworth
Wentworth, Nova Scotia
12.2011 - 03.2016
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth guest experiences at the ski resort.
- Coordinated scheduling to optimize staff coverage during peak seasons and events.
- Trained and supervised staff on customer service standards and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with departments to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency.
- Conducted training sessions to enhance staff skills in hospitality and teamwork principles.
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Colchester Academy
Brookfield, NS01-2014
Skills
- Open pit mining operations
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Routine maintenance
- Excavation techniques
- Load management
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Effective communication skills
- Time management
- Staff mentorship
- Preventive Maintenance
- Site monitoring
- Team coordination
Certification
OSSA Basic Safety Operations Training (BSO)
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Thompson Construction Ltd.
05.2018 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Quality Aggregates
05.2017 - 2018
Assistant Manager: Park Crew
Ski Wentworth
12.2011 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
South Colchester Academy