Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Justin Tashoots

Telegraph Creek,BC

Summary

Full time operator gifted in equipment inspection, maintenance and operation. Responsible team player with strong patience, attention to detail and systematic approach to completing accurate work. Excellent materials management abilities and understanding of safety zones. Focused on supporting jobsite work and meeting requirements by safely and efficiently operating heavy equipment. Highly experienced with equipment. Worked closely with ground crew and equipment operators to complete on-time jobs with no safety incidents.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Foreman

Tahltan Nation Development Corporation
03.2019 - Current
  • Improved project efficiency by implementing streamlined scheduling and resource allocation processes.
  • Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
  • Scheduled job assignments for staff to monitor progress and performance.
  • Raised overall crew proficiency with ongoing skill development initiatives targeting areas identified for improvement.
  • Collaborated with project managers in planning stages, advising on schedule adjustments and potential obstacles.
  • Provided comprehensive training for new employees, ensuring their rapid integration into the team dynamic.
  • Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
  • Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
  • Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Tahltan Nation Development Corporation
05.2010 - 01.2019
  • Operated excavator, skid-steer and dozer on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle any team need.
  • Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and avoiding hazards such as utility lines.
  • Maintained fueled and fully operational equipment to jump on any project requirement and keep teams on tight schedules.
  • Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
  • Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
  • Synchronized resources on job sites by effectively communicating with Project Manager via handheld mobile devices.
  • Graded and shaped land for building and finishing purposes.
  • Operated heavy equipment safely.
  • Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed all equipment logs and reports.
  • Adhered to all heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.

Driller's Helper

Lincorp Drilling
06.2008 - 02.2010
  • Determined accurate angles and depths before drilling or giving instructions.
  • Organized materials to prepare for use.
  • Worked in remote locations and in adverse weather conditions.
  • Cleaned up work areas and removed debris after completion of extraction activities.
  • Maintained efficient and current logs and records to aid in effective operational oversight and planning.
  • Monitored drilling operations and machines.
  • Maintained compliance requirements, work instructions and program procedures to promote safety.
  • Constructed drilling pads, planned rig moves.
  • Worked as part of crew or without supervision to accomplish drilling tasks.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.

Education

High School Diploma -

Smithers Secondary
Smithers, BC
06.2008

Skills

  • Project estimation and completion
  • Safe equipment operation
  • Front end loader operations
  • Preventive and Reparative Maintenance
  • Equipment Operation
  • Heavy Equipment
  • Routine Cleaning
  • Land Clearing
  • Following Directions
  • Problem-Solving
  • Excavation and Backfilling
  • Self Motivation
  • Safety Monitoring
  • Backhoe Operation

Certification

Online Supervisor Ticket

Online Safety Supervisor Ticket

HEO Ticket

Timeline

Foreman

Tahltan Nation Development Corporation
03.2019 - Current

Heavy Equipment Operator

Tahltan Nation Development Corporation
05.2010 - 01.2019

Driller's Helper

Lincorp Drilling
06.2008 - 02.2010

High School Diploma -

Smithers Secondary
Justin Tashoots