Andrew Watanabe
Tamuning,GU
Summary
Dynamic Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience at Smithbridge Guam, excelling in equipment operation and machine maintenance. Proven ability to enhance safety compliance and resolve issues effectively. Skilled in earthmoving operations and material handling, consistently delivering high-quality results while collaborating with diverse teams to achieve project goals.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Smithbridge Guam
Yigo, GU
03.2023 - Current
- Transported raw materials from mines to processing plants using large dump trucks or conveyor belts.
- Repaired and lubricated machines, adjusting as necessary.
- Communicated effectively with other members of the team to coordinate activities onsite.
- Loaded mined materials into trucks for delivery to processing facilities.
- Operated heavy equipment such as haul trucks, excavators, loaders, and dozers in a safe and efficient manner.
- Transported materials in quarry, organizing in piles or trucks.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Government of Palau
Koror, PW
05.2019 - 12.2023
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
- Removed tools and machinery from job site to secure at end of shift.
- Performed grading of site land and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Performed routine cleaning tasks on assigned equipment before returning it back into service.
- Conducted regular inspections of work area for hazardous conditions that could impact safe operation of equipment.
- Operated earthmoving machines to move soil and other material on heavy construction sites in preparation for further building.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
- Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
Education
Mindszenty High School
Koror,Palau05-2016
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Machine maintenance
- Material handling
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Multi-machine operation
- Earthmoving operations
- Roadway grading
- Earthmoving
- Site bulldozing
- Valid Driver's license
- Time management
Certification
- Heavy Equipment Apprenticeship and Training through United States Navy Seabees
- Osha and Msha Certified
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Smithbridge Guam
03.2023 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Government of Palau
05.2019 - 12.2023
Mindszenty High School