Ira Thomas
**** ***** ****** ******, *** Ramon, CA 94582; Cell 504-***-****, ***********@*****.***
JOB OBJECTIVE
A Construction Equipment Operator looking for a challenging and responsible position in heavy
equipment operation that will effectively utilize my training and experience, and offer opportunity
for career growth.
QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS
• More than 2 years of experience in construction.
• In-depth knowledge of the operation and preventative maintenance of motorized equipment,
such as trucks, backhoes, front-end loaders, and forklifts
• Remarkable ability to detect unsafe or hazardous conditions of equipment and work
environment
• Never had any accidents or OSHA safety violations
• Able to deal with clients and co-workers in a positive, courteous and respectful manner
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Private Security Officer, New Orleans Private Patrol, New Orleans, La
10/12 to 7/13
• Patrol industrial and commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and
ensure security of doors, windows, and gates.
• Answer alarms and investigate disturbances.
• Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage,
theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences.
Sheriff’s Deputy, Orleans Parish Sheriff Department, New Orleans, La
2/09 to 10/12
• Transport or escort prisoners and defendants en route to courtrooms, prisons or jails,
attorneys' offices, or medical facilities.
• Monitor conduct of prisoners, according to established policies, regulations, and
procedures, in order to prevent escape or violence.
• Search prisoners, cells, and vehicles for weapons, valuables, or drugs.
• Promoted to Maximum Security Deputy in under one year.
Operator/Driver, Johnson Environmental, New Orleans, La
10/05 to 2/09
• Operates straight or articulated rubber-tired tractor-type vehicle equipped with front-
mounted hydraulically powered bucket or scoop to lift and transport bulk materials to and
from storage or processing areas, to feed conveyors, hoppers, or chutes, and to load
trucks or railcars: Starts engine, shifts gears, presses pedals, and turns steering wheel to
operate loader.
• Safely operated dump trucks and trailers.
• Performs routine maintenance on loader, such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning
• Promoted to Service Lead based on my performance.
Educational Background
Associated Training Services
PO BOX 588, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
• Clock Hours 160
• Program Objective: To provide the fundamental skills and knowledge necessary to safely
and effectively operate Heavy Equipment through NCCER certifications and Class-A
Commercial Drivers License.
• Credential: NCCER modular certifications
• Heavy EQ Safety 22102-05
• Loaders 22205-06
• Backhoes 22303-06
• Rollers 22203-06
• Dump Trucks 22202-06
• Grades 22106-06
• Forklifts 22206-06
• Intro to Earth Moving 22201-06
• Class A CDL
• Models and model numbers available upon request
• Scored the highest in the class on 17 out of 25 tests.
Mc. Donogh 35 Sr. High
1331 Kelerec St New Orleans, La 70116
High School Diploma
Military Experience
U.S. Air Force/National Guard 2000-2002
• Rank: Senior Airman E-4
• Air Force Aircraft Security
• Security Forces Personnel
• Military Police Training
• Member of the 159th Fighter Wing in Belle Chase, LA