Heavy Equipment Operator & Utilities Supervisor

Adam Kowalski

Orland Park, IL ***** 708-***-**** **************@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Motivated veteran leader with extensive experience in utilities, heavy equipment operation, construction, and security management. Proven ability to lead teams, operate under pressure, and execute complex projects safely and efficiently. Strong background in infrastructure maintenance, demolition, and equipment operation, supported by military leadership and technical certifications.

Highlights of Advance Skills

Heavy Equipment Operation • Utilities & Infrastructure Maintenance • Construction & Demolition • Crew Leadership & Training • Safety & Risk Management • Conflict Deescalation • Ordnance & Explosives Handling (Military) • HVAC Systems • Problem Solving Under Pressure

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

Class A CDL (Air Brakes)

Class B Dump Truck Certified

Certified Heavy Equipment Operator

HVAC Certification – Harper College

Green Belt – Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP) HAZMAT – Vactor Truck

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Manager of Security – Area 142 Bar and Grill, Cocoa Beach, FL

(June 2023 – July 2025)

• Responsible for overall security and safety of all guests and team members

• Develop and lead the onsite security team in executing daily security plans

• Responsible for identifying, de-escalating, and resolving potentially dangerous conflicts / disturbances

• Serve as the internal liaison and coordinator for external emergency and safety units Heavy Machinery Operator – Accurate Site Development LLC, Newport Beach, VA

(Dec2022 – June 2023)

• Experienced excavator and bulldozer operator

• Experienced end load operator

Utilities Technician – Water Department, Orland Park, IL

(June 2015 – Oct 2021 & Sept 2025 – Dec 2025)

• Led a 5-person crew

• Overseen all repairs for: water mains, water service, sanitation lines, storm sewers and buffalo boxes

• Water Meter Replacement Program- Led and served as a key team member in upgrading outdated

meters with smart meters & ball valves

• Certified to operate all class B dump trucks

Personal Trainer – Lifetime Fitness, Orland Park, IL

(Oct 2012 – Mar 2014)

• Created & Educated members on personal training programs that addressed specific injuries or health problems

• Measured client’s overall fitness by completing comprehensive evaluations & physician clearances

• Educated clients on effective ways to exercise while on business travel, home and vacation

• Promoted a safe and interactive environment for club clients and members

• Instructed gym members about correct use of weight resistance and cardiovascular equipment

Combat Engineer / Squad Leader – United States Marine Corps

(2001 – 2005)

• Squad Leader: leading, teaching, and forming Marines

• Construction Shop NCO: framing, bricklaying, concrete slabs

• Bridging: laying girder bridges, checking stability, blowing bridges with use of explosives

• Demolition (explosives): breaching doors, clearing mine fields and battlefields

• Landmines (laying and retrieving): sweeping, collecting and disarming

• Green Belt; Marine Corps Martial Arts Program (MCMAP EDUCATION & TRAINING

CDL School – Star Truck Driving (2015)

HVAC Certification – Harper College (2009)

Combat Engineering School – Camp Lejeune, NC

ENDORSEMENTS

Telehandler

Airbrakes- Skid steer

Combinations- Backhoe

Doubles & Triples- Dump Truck (single & double axel) HAZMAT- Vactor Truck

Passenger- Standard Forklift

Class B Dump Truck

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