Caleb Gray
Dublin
Summary
Professional heavy equipment operator with strong expertise in operating and maintaining variety of machinery. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability in dynamic work environments. Excels in safety protocols, precision operations, and problem-solving, ensuring efficiency and high-quality results. Reliable team player focused on achieving operational goals and contributing to team success.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Jones Landscaping & Construction
Milledgeville, GA
01.2015 - 01.2024
- Operated heavy machinery including excavators, bulldozers, and backhoes for diverse landscaping projects.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to ensure optimal performance and safety of equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to execute site preparation and grading tasks efficiently.
- Trained junior operators on best practices for equipment handling and safety protocols.
- Ensured timely production with final grade, foundation backfill/excavation, mulching, land clearing, as well as driveways.
Grade Foreman
LDT Services
Dublin, GA
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and quality standards.
- Coordinated workflow among team members to enhance productivity and efficiency.
- Trained new employees on equipment operation and safety measures.
- Conducted regular inspections to identify maintenance needs and address issues promptly.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Provided start to finish grade foreman, also while managing and transporting crew; hauled and maintained equipment site to site.
Excavator Operator
CX5
Macon, GA
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Operated excavators to perform site grading and excavation tasks efficiently.
- Conducted daily inspections of machinery to ensure proper functionality and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans and meet deadlines effectively.
- Assisted in maintaining worksite cleanliness and adherence to safety regulations.
- Adapted quickly to changing site conditions, ensuring minimal disruption to workflow.
- Assisted with commercial land clearing for subdivision developments, GA power sub stations, as well as University of Georgia developments.
- Operated equipment such as 220 Hyundai, 300 Hyundai, Cat 336, Cat 349, Cat 953, Cat D6, and Cat D8
Contractor
Self-employeed
Dublin, GA
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Managed project timelines to ensure timely completion of client deliverables.
- Collaborated with clients to define project scope and requirements effectively.
- Developed and implemented efficient workflows to enhance operational productivity.
- Utilized various software tools for project management and communication.
Heavy Equipment Operator/Lead-man
D&T Industrial
Dublin, GA
09.2025 - 02.2026
- Operated heavy machinery, including excavators, bulldozers, and skid steers ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance of equipment to optimize performance and reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans efficiently, enhancing workflow productivity.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials, reducing delays in project timelines.
- Followed site-specific safety guidelines, contributing to a safe working environment for all personnel.
Education
High School Diploma -
EBLA
Milledgeville, GA05.2021
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Safe equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Skid steer proficiency
- Safety compliance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Team leadership
- Excavator attachment usage
- Grading techniques
- Moving and leveling dirt
- Site preparation techniques
Certification
OSHA 30
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator/Lead-man
D&T Industrial
09.2025 - 02.2026
Contractor
Self-employeed
05.2025 - 09.2025
Excavator Operator
CX5
03.2025 - 05.2025
Grade Foreman
LDT Services
02.2024 - 02.2025
Heavy Equipment Operator
Jones Landscaping & Construction
01.2015 - 01.2024
High School Diploma -
EBLA