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Work History
Education
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LaKeavius Kirkland

Irmo,WI

Summary

Dynamic and skilled Heavy Equipment Operator with extensive experience in machinery and construction. Proven expertise in machine operation and team collaboration, consistently adapting to project changes. Recognized for enhancing production efficiency and maintaining safety compliance, contributing to successful project completions while fostering a culture of teamwork and quality assurance.

Skilled Production Worker offering 10+ years of experience in warehouse and manufacturing environments. Focused on being productive and safety-minded at all times.


Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Rescue Operator

AAA Roadside Service
07.2023 - 01.2024
  • Rescue, mount and tow disabled vehicles using a variety of service and towing vehicles, including wreckers and flatbeds.
  • Provide light services such as lockout assistance, battery diagnostics and tire changes.
  • Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.

Heavy Equipment Operator

JC Wilkie Construction
01.2020 - 07.2023
  • 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.

CNC Machine Operator

Akebono Brake
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Checks machined parts by CMM and hard gauges
  • Complete length and radius off-sets and checks
  • Change cutting tools and verify part quality
  • Monitor Production rates and reports
  • Documenting damaged tools and scrap reporting
  • Performing routing checks
  • Set up and calibrated machinery to meet specific production requirements and meet desired tolerances
  • Documented counts and sorted finished work to promote easy access for shipping or additional processing
  • Trained team on all aspects of operating procedures and company services
  • Facilitated training for associates daily coaching and regular performance appraisals
  • Implemented new working processes which delivered continued improvements

Education

Bachelor of Science -

Universal Technical Institute
Houston, TX

High School Diploma -

Newberry High School
Newberry, SC
01.2006

Skills

  • Data entry
  • Attention to detail
  • Analytical thinking
  • Issue resolution
  • Materials handling
  • Manufacturing procedures
  • CNC machine operation
  • Inspections and reviews
  • OSHA regulations adherence
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Troubleshooting
  • Machine operation
  • Problem-solving
  • Equipment operation
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Effective communication
  • Safety compliance
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Forklift operation
  • Tool operation
  • Hand and power tools
  • Production work
  • Machine setup
  • Production procedures
  • Quality assurance
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Plant safety
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Deadline adherence
  • Loading and unloading
  • Warehouse operations
  • Quality control processing

Timeline

Rescue Operator

AAA Roadside Service
07.2023 - 01.2024

Heavy Equipment Operator

JC Wilkie Construction
01.2020 - 07.2023

CNC Machine Operator

Akebono Brake
01.2018 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Science -

Universal Technical Institute

High School Diploma -

Newberry High School
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