Tatanka Strong
West Hollywood
Summary
Skilled heavy equipment operator proficient in operating excavators, water trucks , forklifts , any forklift . Dependable and hardworking team leader and collaborator with several years of construction industry experience. Works safely while supporting teams to meet deadlines.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
AMPCO Contracting Inc.
Irvine
03.2025 - 09.2025
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation and grading tasks on various job sites.
- Conducted daily safety inspections of equipment before operation to ensure compliance.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials using forklifts and other lifting equipment.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate workflow and project updates.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area to promote safety and efficiency standards.
- Followed blueprints and project plans to complete tasks accurately as instructed.
- Collaborated with crew members to troubleshoot equipment issues during operations.
- Adhered to all company safety protocols while operating heavy equipment on-site.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
Chipper Operator
Ltc forestry
San Diego
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Operated chipper machine for efficient wood processing.
- Maintained equipment to ensure safe and effective operation.
- Assisted in loading raw materials into the chipper.
- Cleared debris around work area for safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members on daily production goals.
- Maintained neat and clean tools, machinery and work areas.
- Loaded logs onto the feed table of the chipper machine in preparation for processing.
- Assisted with loading and unloading of materials from delivery trucks.
- Performed periodic tests on machinery components such as bearings, motors, belts, using appropriate testing instruments.
- Monitored the flow of material through the machine, making adjustments as necessary to maintain production rate.
- Cleared brush, pulled stumps and moved materials to maintain productivity levels.
- Monitored coworker equipment use and processes to minimize accidents.
Firefighter
Fire Away llc
Medford
03.2023 - 01.2025
- Responded rapidly to emergency calls for fire suppression and rescue operations.
- Operated firefighting equipment, including hoses, ladders, and pumps.
- Conducted fire safety inspections and identified potential hazards in buildings.
- Assisted in training new recruits on firefighting techniques and safety protocols.
- Maintained firefighting gear and equipment for optimal functionality and readiness.
- Participated in regular physical fitness training to ensure readiness for emergencies.
- Communicated effectively with crew members while performing tasks under stressful conditions.
- Participated in training drills and exercises to maintain proficiency in fire suppression tactics.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Maintained firefighting equipment, including hoses and ladders, on a daily basis.
- Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
- Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
- Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
- Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
- Responded quickly to hazardous materials incidents by containing spills or leaks with appropriate protective gear.
IHSS Provider
IHSS
Los Angeles
11.2014 - 11.2023
- Assisted clients with personal care and daily living activities.
- Managed schedules and coordinated appointments for clients' healthcare needs.
- Communicated effectively with clients to understand their specific requirements.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for clients.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure proper care delivery.
- Documented client progress and reported any changes in condition.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance clients' well-being.
- Educated clients on health management and self-care techniques.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to clients.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other errands.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Provided assistance with communication needs such as writing letters or using assistive devices.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed at all times in order to reduce risk of injury.
- Developed positive relationships with clients' families and other care providers involved in their care plan.
- Maintained records of services provided and reported any changes in the client's condition to supervisor.
- Assisted with daily living activities such as meal preparation, bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Kept accurate time sheets detailing hours worked each day for payroll purposes.
- Respected the individual rights of the client by maintaining confidentiality at all times.
Dispatcher
LA Checker Cab
Van Nuys
05.2011 - 11.2014
- Managed communication between drivers and clients for efficient route planning.
- Monitored vehicle locations using tracking systems for optimal scheduling.
- Resolved logistical issues by collaborating with team members and stakeholders.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client inquiries promptly.
- Managed a large volume of phone calls while ensuring accuracy in data entry.
- Resolved customer complaints related to service issues or delays.
- Utilized computer systems to locate addresses, calculate estimated arrival times, and provide directions when necessary.
- Tracked vehicles using GPS technology and provided real-time status updates as needed.
- Updated records of driver locations, delays, and cancellations.
- Scheduled loads according to priority and available equipment.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing paperwork, updating databases, and preparing documents for review by management staff.
- Monitored dispatch board and adjusted call priorities regularly based on caller needs.
- Worked closely with transportation supervisor to dispatch and assign loads.
- Utilized various software systems to facilitate movement, planning and scheduling.
- Reviewed routes, daily traffic and weather conditions to adjust plans, meeting daily requirements, and service needs.
- Received and dispatched calls for emergency services.
- Participated in team meetings discussing changes in procedures or processes.
- Trained employees on triaging and dispatching procedures to properly handle daily calls.
Education
Grant High School
Van Nuys, CaliforniaSkills
- Equipment operation
- Safety inspections
- Heavy machinery maintenance
- Excavation techniques
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Situational awareness
- Customer service
- Verbal and written communication
- Construction background
- Site preparation techniques
- Debris removal
- Equipment inspection
- Equipment handling
- First aid training
- Safety compliance
- Following directions
- Heavy equipment operator
Certification
- Hazwhoper
- OSHA 10/30
- Fire venders license
- CPR
- Asbestos certified
- BLS -basic life saving skills
Affiliations
- Bmx
- Free running
- Hiking
- Rock climbing
- Driving
- Cooking
- Mild coding
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
AMPCO Contracting Inc.
03.2025 - 09.2025
Chipper Operator
Ltc forestry
01.2025 - 03.2025
Firefighter
Fire Away llc
03.2023 - 01.2025
IHSS Provider
IHSS
11.2014 - 11.2023
Dispatcher
LA Checker Cab
05.2011 - 11.2014
Grant High School