Equipment Operator Heavy
Resume:
BRIAN
HALE
**********@*****.***
Puyallup, WA 98373
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Experienced heavy equipment operator with a diverse background in various construction roles, including operations,superintendent, general foreman, foreman, pipe laying, grade checking/engineering, carpentry, concrete pump operation, forming, and pit experience. Throughout my career, I have observed a decline in the dynamics, craftsmanship, and overall quality of work in the construction industry. As someone who has transitioned into construction management, my goal is to ensure proper, safe, and exceptional execution of work. I have collaborated closely with esteemed organizations such as the City of Issaquah, Bellevue, Renton, King County, WSDOT, Seattle Public Utilities, and other agencies, building strong relationships that have been instrumental in my success.
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
SKILLS
• Construction Management
• Welding
• Heavy Equipment Operation
• Blueprint Reading
• Carpentry
• Loader Operation
• Mechanic Experience
• Construction
• Equipment operator
• Backhoe Operation
• Concrete Pumping
• Concrete Forming
• Supervising Experience
• Communication skills
• Negotiation
• Contracts
• Public relations
• Strong safety culture
• Active participation
• Resourceful
Highline High School
Burien, WA • 06/2000
High school
EDUCATION
CERTIFICATIONS
• OSHA 30, Present
• CPR Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Confined Space Certification
The Walsh Group - Foreman/Supervisor
Mercer Island, WA, USA • 07/2022 - 08/2024
Cascade civil construction - Superintendent/ Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operator
Woodburn, OR, USA • 05/2020 - 06/2022
WORK HISTORY
• Forman for the N Mercer Island Conveyance Project
• Project planning, work plans
• Overseeing, supervising, inspecting
• Scheduling, assigning, prioritizing of crews and job duties Coordinating work assignments with other Forman to ensure efficient use of resources
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• Safety compliance, OSHA 30
• Time management
• Documentation, record keeping
• Trenching, excavations
• Adaptability
• Violation reporting
• Quality control
• Pipe, maintenance hole testing
• Waste water
• Plan reading
• Over looking city and county standards
• Problem solving
• Working with others, assembling relationships
Foreman, General Forman and Superintendent for City of Renton road construction and utility upgrade and Costco Headquarters in Issaquah
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• Scheduling, time management
• Strong communication
• Over looking two completely different job sites
• Monitoring and recording daily cost
• Documentation, record keeping
• Daily reports
• Safety compliance
• Trench Safety
CTI - Foreman/Operator
Seattle, WA, USA • 06/2018 - 03/2020
Continental dirt contractors - Heavy Equipment Operator Auburn, WA, USA • 06/2017 - 06/2018
Gary Merlino Construction - Heavy Equipment Operator Maple Valley, WA, USA • 01/2016 - 05/2017
Atkinson Construction - Heavy Equipment Operator
Renton, WA • 06/2014 - 01/2016
Ralph's Concrete Pumping - Concrete Pump Operator
Seattle, WA • 05/2002 - 06/2014
• Writing and enforcing work plans
• Attend daily meetings with owners, inspectors
• Problem solving
• Active participation with my employees
• Team player
I was a foreman, heavy equipment operator and grade checker/ grade engineer
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• Demo of piles and lag boards, cutting pile with a torch Demo of road panels, sidewalks and curbs and the excavating to a load baring sub grade, placing structural fill and doing final grade for pour backs
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• Heavy equipment operator and grade checker
• Operator of excavators, dozers, loader and haul truck
• Demo of a school and parking lot, cutting grade to sub grade
• Dug in pipe, footings, curb sidewalk and grading for a parking lot I was running a D6 dozer and a 944 loader at a material dump site for dirt trucks
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• Quality control
• Communication
• Safety
• Working directly with subs
Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
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• Adhered to instructions from supervisors and engineers onsite. Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
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• Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators. Operated equipment to pump concrete and produce concrete materials.
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Cleaned concrete pumps at end of each project to keep in good working condition and to avoid breakdowns.
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Reduced downtime by performing routine maintenance on concrete pump equipment, ensuring optimal performance.
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Enhanced teamwork by collaborating with other crew members to complete tasks in a timely manner.
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Provided exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns or questions promptly, resulting in repeat business opportunities.
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Optimized communication between team members using clear hand signals and radio communication during pumping operations for
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increased safety and efficiency.
Proactively addressed potential issues through thorough inspections of equipment before each use, preventing costly repairs or delays.
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Increased jobsite efficiency by coordinating with contractors and construction managers for proper concrete placement.
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Assisted in training new hires on concrete pump operation, contributing to a more skilled workforce.
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Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement by attending industry seminars, workshops, and trainings for staying current on best practices.
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Performed pre-trip and post-trip inspections of concrete pumps according to regulations and checked brakes and fluid levels.
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Coordinated with dispatchers, effectively managing daily schedules and logistics for concrete delivery trucks.
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Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in adjusting pumping methods based on unique job site conditions or challenges.
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Maintained safe work environment by adhering to OSHA regulations and company safety policies.
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Evaluated site conditions and worked with contractors to set up truck properly.
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Adapted daily tasks to match staff skill levels and weather conditions, consistently maintaining safety and efficiency standards.
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Authorized To Work: US
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