Darrin Kitchens
Gordon
Summary
Dynamic Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience at Vulcan Materials, skilled in machinery operation and safety procedures. Proven track record of adapting to project changes and enhancing team collaboration. Committed to excellence in heavy lifting and equipment maintenance, ensuring operational efficiency and client satisfaction.
Professional heavy machinery operator prepared for efficient equipment handling and site management. Known for precision in operating complex machinery and ensuring job site safety. Highly reliable with strong team collaboration skills and adaptability to changing project requirements.
Diligent operator with comprehensive knowledge of operating various heavy machinery in diverse construction environments. Demonstrated aptitude in efficiently completing projects while adhering to safety protocols. Proven ability to master equipment controls and collaborate with team members to meet project deadlines.
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.
Reliable Heavy Equipment Operator successful at completing jobs quickly and correctly. Ready to bring construction experience and operator skills to new role.
Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator with 10+ years of construction experience. Knowledgeable in wide range of trenchers, backhoes and diggers.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Vulcan Materials
10.2023 - Current
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
C & H Transport
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing concerns promptly, resolving issues professionally, and fostering positive rapport with clients.
- Managed financial aspects of business operations including budgeting, expense tracking, invoice processing, and tax filing.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Established strong working relationships with dispatchers, resulting in improved coordination and scheduling.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Streamlined delivery process by planning optimal routes, considering fuel costs and traffic conditions.
- Continuously updated industry knowledge through participation in professional development opportunities such as training seminars or workshops.
- Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company policies and federal regulations governing commercial vehicle operations.
Heavy Wrecker Operator
Underwood Towing
01.2020 - 10.2022
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to commercial vehicle operation and transportation guidelines.
- Reduced downtime for damaged vehicles by providing timely and accurate diagnostics of mechanical issues.
- Safeguarded company assets by performing regular maintenance on heavy wrecker equipment, extending service life and reducing repair costs.
- Contributed to a positive company image by maintaining a clean and organized work environment both on the job site and at the office.
- Developed trust with clients by consistently delivering prompt, professional, and reliable heavy wrecker services.
- Performed thorough pre-and post-trip inspections to identify and address any potential issues before they became critical.
- Implemented best practices for proper load securement, preventing damage during transport of recovered vehicles or cargo loads.
- Increased customer satisfaction by ensuring clear communication during the entire towing process.
- Streamlined incident response times through effective route planning and coordination with dispatch teams.
- Established relationships with local law enforcement agencies, fostering cooperation during incident responses and recoveries.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jones County High School
Gray, GA05-2014
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Valid Driver's license
- Safe equipment operation
- Loader operation
- Construction background
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Heavy lifting
- Following directions
- Heavy haul trucking
- Machinery inspection
- Good judgement
- Construction equipment operation
- Repair and maintenance
- Team leadership
- [Equipment] operation
- Materials movement
- Equipment logs
- Heavy lifting proficiency
- Inclement working conditions
- Safety procedures
- Decision-making
- Material handling equipment
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Loader controls
- Rock crushing techniques
- Crane operations
- Loading and unloading
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Vulcan Materials
10.2023 - Current
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
C & H Transport
01.2021 - 12.2023
Heavy Wrecker Operator
Underwood Towing
01.2020 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Jones County High School
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