Heavy Equipment Operator & Construction Supervisor
Resume:
JONATHAN HICKOX
Sevierville, TN *****
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Professional Summary
Highly experienced Construction and Heavy Equipment Operator with over 25 years in industrial construction, excavation, roadwork, and site development. Proven leader with extensive supervisory experience managing crews of up to 35 employees. Skilled in operating a wide range of heavy equipment and maintaining strict safety standards, including work in nuclear power plant environments. Strong background in jobsite coordination, equipment maintenance, and team leadership.
Core Skills
Heavy Equipment Operation
Excavation & Grading
Road Construction
Structural & Reinforcing Iron Placement
Crew Supervision (Up to 35 Employees)
Crane Signaling & Rigging Coordination
Equipment Inspection & Maintenance
Site Safety & OSHA Compliance
Blueprint & Grade Reading
Hydrologic & Boom Crane Operation
Customer Service & Business Management
Adaptability & Problem Solving
Professional Experience
Heavy Equipment Operator
Jones Brothers Construction – Nashville, TN
05/2024 – 02/2025
Operated excavator for road construction and embankment projects.
Cleared boulders, dirt, and debris for roadside grading.
Loaded dump trucks with precise amounts of rock and soil.
Conducted daily equipment inspections including fluid checks, fueling, and performance monitoring.
Maintained high productivity and safety standards on active job sites.
Left position due to temporary injury (broken ankle).
Union Iron Worker / Superintendent of Welders & Operators
Local 709 – Savannah, GA
04/1998 – 12/2023
Served as Superintendent overseeing welders and equipment operators at Plant Vogtle nuclear power facility in Waynesboro, GA.
Supervised approximately 35 employees, maintaining productivity, safety, and scheduling.
Coordinated closely with structural and ornamental ironworkers, riggers, and machinery movers to ensure safe cross-functional operations.
Signaled crane operators for accurate lifting and placement of reinforcing steel.
Managed rebar placement, verified counts, and ensured precise installation.
Maintained strict adherence to safety regulations and site protocols in a high-security nuclear environment.
Excavator Operator
Georgia Bridge and Dock – USA
01/2006 – 09/2012
Supervised crews while serving as primary operator for multiple pieces of heavy equipment.
Excavated lakes and ponds; performed grading and development work for golf courses.
Installed seawalls and abutment walls; drove pilings using excavator.
Operated bulldozers and skid steers to achieve proper grade levels.
Ran hydrologic cranes, boom trucks, telescoping forklifts, and other heavy machinery.
Demonstrated ability to quickly adapt and operate various types of equipment efficiently.
Owner / Operator
Premier Lawn Care Co. – Sevierville, TN
05/2012 – Present
Managed daily operations of landscaping and lawn care business.
Scheduled and performed landscaping services to maintain residential and commercial properties.
Installed irrigation systems, rock gardens, ponds, and landscape beds.
Maintained equipment to ensure reliability and prevent service delays.
Delivered strong customer service and built long-term client relationships.
Equipment Experience
Excavators
Bulldozers
Skid Steers / Bobcats
Hydrologic Cranes
Boom Trucks
Telescoping Forklifts
Dump Trucks
Reinforcing Iron & Rigging Equipment
Leadership Highlights
25+ years in construction and heavy equipment operation
Supervised up to 35 personnel in high-demand industrial environments
Experience working in nuclear power plant operations
Business ownership and client management experience
References
Available upon request.
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