Heavy Equipment Operator

• Jason Gericke

• Journeyman Heavy Equipment Operator/Diesel Mechanic

• 1260 US 69 Liberty, MO, 64068

• Phone 816-***-****

• E-mail ********@******.***

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• Focused on supporting safety requirements and meeting deadlines by safely and efficiently operating

• heavy equipment. Highly experienced with equipment such as Dirt, Material Handling and Hoisting

• Equipment. Worked closely with ground crew and fellow equipment operators to complete on-time jobs

• with no safety incidents. Deadline-driven and familiar with OSHA and IMSHA safety regulations and

• construction practices as well operation of construction equipment. Expert in operations and

• maintenance of all types of heavy highway and building construction equipment. Seasoned

• Journeyman 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. Experienced and proficient

• in moving materials, digging trenches, burying conduits and lifting components. Offering 25 plus years of

• related experience. Enthusiastic and eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to

• detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of Site Specific Safety hazards and

• Motivated to learn, grow and excel in this Industry.

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• Skills

• Commercial construction

• Heavy Equipment Operation

• Effective communication skills

• Following directions

• Construction management

• Materials movement

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• Work History

• 2008-08 - Current Heavy Equipment Operator

• International Union Of Operating Engineers #101, Kansas City, MO

• Maximized equipment and personnel protection by identifying and avoiding

• hazards such as utility lines.

• Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent

• safety hazards and keep materials moving.

• Moved materials around construction sites to work locations.

• Placed tools and job site machinery in locked areas and secured location at end of each shift.

• Synchronized resources on job sites by effectively communicating with Site

• Coordinators via handheld mobile devices.

• Graded and shaped land for building and finishing purposes.

• Adhered to all heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in

• minimal complaints or incidents.

• Assisted construction personnel with specific job tasks.

• Communicated issues that needed to be immediately addressed with General

• Contractor/Super Intendant for quick resolution.

• Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle any

• team need.

• 1987-06 - 1999-12 Diesel Mechanic

• Paris Trucking, Grand Island, NE

• Discussed repairs with customers and advocated for vehicle safety.

• Documented findings and all actions taken.

• Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

• Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to

• work ready to start immediately.

• Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

• Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools to achieve operational

• readiness, safety and cleanliness.

• Repaired refer units on trailers and refrigeration systems.

• Supervised and instructed assistants.

• Tested and repaired condensers, compressors, and all other components in a

• mobile refrigeration unit.

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• Education

• 1990-08 - 1993-05 Associate in Diesel Technology: Diesel Mechanics Technology

• Southeast Community College Area - Milford, NE

• Continuing education in Refrigeration

• Received EPA Certification for use of Freon through International Mobile Air

• Conditioning and Refrigeration Association

• Coursework in Hydraulic Theory

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