Colon Turner
Bluffton,SC
Summary
Experienced Heavy Equipment and Crane Operator with a strong background in safely operating forklifts, bulldozers, cranes (including remote-control models), and various construction and warehouse machinery. Skilled in site preparation, material handling, and load management with a consistent focus on safety, efficiency, and equipment care. Proven ability to conduct thorough equipment inspections, follow operational procedures, and support both construction and logistics operations. Reliable, team-oriented, and committed to maintaining high productivity in fast-paced environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Workbox Staffing
07.2025 - Current
- Operate heavy-duty forklifts and material-handling equipment to safely move, load, and transport large or oversized materials.
- Used remote-control overhead cranes to lift, position, and secure heavy loads with precision in industrial and warehouse environments.
- Conduct thorough daily inspections on forklifts, cranes, and related equipment to ensure safe operation and compliance with safety standards.
- Identify and report mechanical or electrical issues, performing basic maintenance to prevent downtime.
- Coordinated load movements with ground crews, spotters, and supervisors to maintain safe, efficient workflows.
- Transport materials to designated storage, processing, or shipping areas, while maintaining accurate counts and documentation.
- Assist with staging shipments, loading/unloading trailers, and organizing yard or warehouse layouts for optimized workflow.
- Maintained clean, organized work areas, and adhered to weight limits, load-balancing procedures, and equipment safety rules.
Bulldozer Operator
Cleland Site Prep
06.2021 - 01.2025
- Operate bulldozers to clear debris, level ground, and prepare construction sites for building activities.
- Remove soil, gravel, vegetation, and demolition materials to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
- Grade and shape terrain according to project specifications, ensuring proper drainage and site stability.
- Performe routine equipment inspections and basic maintenance to keep machinery in safe working condition.
- Coordinate with site supervisors and construction crews to complete cleanup tasks efficiently and meet project deadlines.
- Follow OSHA and site-specific safety guidelines to minimize hazards during heavy equipment operation.
- Assisted in transporting materials and repositioning equipment to support overall construction progress.
Sorter Operator
Battle Lumber Company
08.2017 - 04.2021
- Inspected, graded, and sorted lumber according to size, quality, and production specifications.
- Operated conveyor systems and automated sorting equipment to maintain consistent workflow.
- Identified defects such as warping, knots, and cracks to ensure quality standards were met.
- Stacked, bundled, and labeled lumber for shipment while maintaining safe and organized work areas.
- Collaborated with machine operators and production teams to support daily output goals.
- Followed strict safety protocols and used PPE to prevent injury in a high-volume environment.
- Transported pallets, lumber, and inventory to designated storage and production areas.
- Conducted daily forklift inspections and reported mechanical issues to prevent downtime.
- Maintained accurate production counts and completed required documentation
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Truck loading and unloading
- Warehouse organization
- Problem-solving
- Heavy lifting
- Warehouse safety
- Safety protocols
Timeline
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Workbox Staffing
07.2025 - Current
Bulldozer Operator
Cleland Site Prep
06.2021 - 01.2025
Sorter Operator
Battle Lumber Company
08.2017 - 04.2021