Dave Cornell
Omaha
Summary
Skilled heavy equipment operator proficient in operating backhoes, excavators, dump trucks, off-road trucks and skip loaders. Dependable and hardworking team leader and collaborator with several years of construction industry experience. Works safely while supporting teams to meet deadlines.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
2019
2019
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Chris Christensen
Omaha
04.2018 - Current
- Operated bulldozers, excavators, and other heavy machinery for various construction projects.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to execute site plans and adhere to project timelines.
- Monitored job site conditions and adjusted operations based on weather or terrain changes.
- Followed safety regulations to maintain a secure work environment for all personnel.
- Inspected machinery regularly to identify maintenance needs and prevent breakdowns.
- Coordinated with supervisors to report progress and address any operational issues promptly.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Inspected faulty equipment to identify and address root causes.
- Finished shop cleaning, servicing, and storing after each shift.
- Assisted drivers, equipment operators, and other employees in grouping and sorting materials.
- Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
- Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Identified, tagged, and notified drivers of prohibited items to secure safe environment.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Coordinated machine operations with other site personnel to keep materials moving smoothly and prevent accidents.
- Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
- Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Checked fuel supplies at sites to verify adequate availability.
- Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.
- Turned valves to control air or water output of compressors or pumps.
- Tested atmosphere for adequate oxygen or explosive conditions while working in confined spaces.
Anderson Excavting
Virgil Anderson (deceased)
03.1988 - 03.2018
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Education
Sewer Layers License - Vocational-Technical Education
City of Omaha Planning
Omaha, NE 07.1986 - 08.2023
Omaha South High School
Omaha, NebraskaSkills
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Preventative maintenance
- Site coordination
- Construction methods
- Material handling
- Training and mentoring
- Site preparation techniques
- Pipeline installation techniques
- Team coordination
- OSHA 10 certification
- Paving equipment operation
- Wheel loader operation
- Crane operation mastery
- Materials movement
- Construction background
- Roadway grading
- Repair and maintenance
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Loading and unloading
- Utility location
- Road construction
- Rock removal
- Excavator attachment usage
- Telescopic handler operation
- Track clearing
- Base stabilization
- Hazardous materials handling
- Parts lubrication
- Vibratory roller operation
- Asphalt spreading techniques
- Front end loader handling
- Ditch digging
- Lever controls
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Scraper operation expertise
- Front end loader operations
- Multi-machine operation
- Rigging and hoisting safety
- Excavation expertise
- Soil compaction methods
- Equipment handling
- Bulldozer maneuvering
- Safety procedures
- Demolition procedures
- Forklift operation certification
- [Equipment] operation
- Residential construction
- Rock crushing techniques
- Bulldozer operation
- Dozer blade usage
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Chris Christensen
04.2018 - Current
Anderson Excavting
Virgil Anderson (deceased)
03.1988 - 03.2018
Sewer Layers License - Vocational-Technical Education
City of Omaha Planning
07.1986 - 08.2023
Omaha South High School
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