Austin Elsey
Charleston
Summary
Adaptable Heavy Equipment Operator skilled in equipment operation and technical training. Extensive experience in grading, excavation, and site preparation, with a commitment to maintaining safety and quality throughout all construction phases.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Newman Construction
Gatlinburg
01.2026 - 06.2026
- Operated heavy machinery including excavators and bulldozers on construction sites.
- Performed grading, trenching, excavation, site preparation, and material movement while maintaining strict safety standards.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, site plans, and grade specifications to ensure accurate project execution.
- Worked closely with project managers, foremen, and ground crews to complete projects on schedule and within budget.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Conducted routine checks on equipment fluid levels and operational controls.
- Collaborated with site supervisors to coordinate daily tasks and project timelines.
- Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
Marine Construction Crew Leader
Blu Tide Marine Construction
Charleston
01.2022 - 12.2025
- Supervised daily crew activities on marine construction projects.
- Coordinated equipment and material logistics for job site efficiency.
- Trained new team members in safety protocols and construction techniques.
- Conducted regular site inspections to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with project managers to plan workflow and schedules.
- Coordinated with architects, engineers, surveyors regarding changes or modifications during construction process.
- Created detailed reports outlining the progress of each project for management review.
- Trained new employees in proper safety protocols, operating techniques, and company policies.
- Provided technical direction to workers regarding construction methods, materials, and safety procedures.
- Analyzed blueprints and other documents related to each project prior to commencement.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Performed pre-job inspections of tools and equipment prior to use.
- Responded quickly to customer inquiries or complaints regarding project progress or results.
Checker
ILA 1771
Charleston
01.2020 - 02.2022
- Inspected incoming shipments for accuracy and quality compliance.
- Verified documentation for freight and cargo handling procedures.
- Monitored product conditions during storage and transit to prevent damage.
- Communicated with drivers to facilitate smooth loading and unloading operations.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff to ensure proper inventory placement.
- Assisted in training new team members on checking protocols and safety standards.
- Built and maintained productive relationships with employees.
Education
GED -
James Island High School
Charleston SC06-2016
Skills
- Equipment operation
- Wheel loader operation
- Bucket truck operation
- Front end loader operations
- Crane operations
- Grader operation
- Laser-guided leveling systems
- Blueprint interpretation
- Safety compliance
- OSHA certification
- Demolition procedures
- Equipment maintenance
- Site preparation
- Inventory control
- Resource management
- Project scheduling
- Project estimation
- Quality assurance
- Technical training
- Team collaboration
- Hazardous materials handling
Certification
- OSHA Certification
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Newman Construction
01.2026 - 06.2026
Marine Construction Crew Leader
Blu Tide Marine Construction
01.2022 - 12.2025
Checker
ILA 1771
01.2020 - 02.2022
GED -
James Island High School