Tyler Thornton
Journeyman Heavy Equipment Operator
Engineer
TT
Pasco, WA, 99301
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Key Skills
Professional Experience
Heavy Equipment
Operator
IOUE, Local 701
April 2020 - Present
Licensed Driller
MK Drilling
March 2017 - April 2020
Proficient in the operation and maintenance of a wide variety of heavy equipment Adept at safely operating and maneuvering large and complex pieces of equipment Trained in the operation of, excavators, front end loaders, backhoes, rollers and other earthmoving equipment Skilled in performing routine maintenance and minor repairs on heavy equipment Track record of working with teams to complete projects on time and within budget Exceptional Problem Solving Abilities
Self Directed
Safety Oriented
Strong Ability to Strategize and Therefore Optimize Multi-level Projects Attentive to Details
Fast Learner
Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
Proven Leader
Skilled in Independent and Team Work
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to identify process gaps and develop solutions, resulting in multiple site inspections with Zero faults
Identified process improvement opportunities to enhance operational effectiveness and improve team productivity, resulting in on-time and on-budject completion Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator with 20+ years of experience in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting a variety of heavy construction equipment Proficient in operating backhoes, rock trucks excavators, forklifts, frontend loaders, and skid steers Skilled in operating heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner Demonstrated ability to read and interpret blueprints and construction plans Adept in performing preventative maintenance on all heavy equipment to ensure optimal performance Completed OSHA safety certification course for heavy equipment operation 20+ years experience as a Licensed Driller
Experienced in operating drilling and directional drilling equipment and systems Skilled in interpreting geological and topographical maps Able to identify potential drilling hazards, and devise strategies to address them Demonstrated ability to work well in a highpressure environment Knowledgeable in the safe operation of drilling rigs and equipment Adept at analyzing drilling data and making adjustments to maximize efficiency Proven ability to work effectively with a multicultural team Proprietor
Mad Max Drilling
January 2015 - November 2017
Road Crew
City of The Dalles
March 2014 - January 2015
Lab Technician
Magnablend-North Dakota
March 2012 - March 2014
Licensed Driller
MK Drilling
January 1994 - March 2012
Licensed 57 Contractor
Expert in drilling engineering and operations, including advanced horizontal and extended reach techniques Skilled in operating and maintaining all types of drill rigs, including top drives and rotary tables Adept at developing and implementing drilling programs including well designs and casing programs Proficient in wellsite operations, including rig up and rig down, pipe handling, cementing, and well testing Knowledgeable in safety regulations and best practices, including ISNetworld, PEC Safety, and API standards Excellent problem solving and communication skills Developed and launched successful business venture that achieved profitability within the first year Established and managed operational procedures such as purchasing, budgeting, accounting, and personnel management
Proficient in the use of power tools and heavy equipment, including backhoes, fork lifts, excavators, rollers, loaders and several others
Performed daily laboratory operations such as setting up experiments, sample preparation, and data analysis Expert at efficient operating multiple drilling rigs including gas, water, oil and landfill gas Proven history of desiging, and creating 500+ successful water wells Skilled in the use of diamond core and rotary drill rigs, as well as specialized tools such as sonic, mud rotary, and reverse circulation drilling rigs
Experienced Licensed Driller with 20+ years of experience in drilling operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of downhole tools
Demonstrated success in safely operating equipment, adhering to safety regulations, and maintaining accurate records of drilling operations