TRAVIS MICHAEL WILLIAM PREPCHUK
Coaldale,Canada
Summary
Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator with 20 years of experience in oil sands, mining, and civil construction. Operated ultra-class haul trucks in high-production environments, prioritizing safety and equipment reliability. Supported operator training and mentoring, enhancing team performance and operational efficiency. Committed to contributing as a Heavy Equipment Operator at Suncor Fort Hills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator / Industrial Operations
FLINT
07.2024 - Current
- Perform heavy industrial operations while maintaining a strong focus on safety, production, and quality.
- Work within site procedures, safety standards, and operational requirements.
- Complete equipment inspections and communicate equipment concerns.
- Support efficient daily operations through teamwork and effective communication.
Heavy Equipment Operator | Truck Trainer | Autonomous Guide | Fuel Bay Attendant | Utility/Cable Crew
TECK RESOURCES
10.2021 - 04.2024
- Operated large-scale haul trucks in a mining production environment.
- Safely operated CAT and Komatsu ultra-class mobile equipment.
- Supported autonomous haulage operations and equipment activities.
- Trained and mentored new operators through coaching, assessments, and field support.
- Participated in operator evaluations and provided feedback to improve safe operating practices.
- Maintained strong awareness of mine safety procedures, communication protocols, and production requirements.
Industrial Construction Worker
6P STRUCTURES
01.2012 - 01.2019
- Supported large-scale projects in industrial construction environments, contributing to successful project outcomes.
- Performed physically demanding field work while following strict safety requirements.
- Worked effectively with crews to complete tasks safely and efficiently.
- Gained strong mechanical understanding and honed problem-solving skills to address on-site challenges.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanics
Lethbridge College
Lethbridge, ABSkills
- Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO)
- Oil sands mining
- Open pit mining environment
- Mobile equipment operations
- Pre-trip inspections
- Defect reporting
- Production operations
- Safe operation practices
- Field hazard assessments
- Hazard control
- Equipment troubleshooting awareness
- Mentoring new operators
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Adaptable technician
- Team-oriented approach
- Safety-first mindset
Workplace Strengths
- Safety-first mindset
- Strong attendance and reliability
- Experienced working extended shifts and demanding environments
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Team-oriented approach
- Quick learner with ability to adapt to changing site requirements
Heavy Equipment Experience
- CAT 797B / CAT 797F Ultra-Class Haul Trucks
- CAT 793D / CAT 793F Haul Trucks
- Komatsu 980E-4 / 980E-5 Haul Trucks
- Komatsu 930E-4 / 930E-5 Haul Trucks
- Komatsu 830E Haul Trucks
Key Qualifications
- Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO)
- Oil sands mining operations
- Open pit mining environment
- Mobile equipment operations
- Pre-trip inspections and equipment walk-arounds
- Defect identification and reporting
- Safe equipment operation practices
- Field level risk assessments (FLRA)
- Hazard identification and control
- Production-focused operations
- Working with dispatch and mine teams
- Equipment troubleshooting awareness
- Mentoring and supporting new operators
- Working safely around active mining equipment
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator / Industrial Operations
FLINT
07.2024 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator | Truck Trainer | Autonomous Guide | Fuel Bay Attendant | Utility/Cable Crew
TECK RESOURCES
10.2021 - 04.2024
Industrial Construction Worker
6P STRUCTURES
01.2012 - 01.2019
Some College (No Degree) - Mechanics
Lethbridge College