Quinton German Sr.
Mount Pleasant
Summary
Dependable Heavy Equipment Operator experienced in operating backhoes, excavators, dump trucks, off-road trucks, and skip loaders. Achieved efficient equipment startup and operation through adherence to safety practices and standardized work in fast-paced environments. Focused on maintaining quality production and minimizing downtime by effectively communicating with team members to support continuous operations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equipment Operator III
Charleston County Public Works
Charleston
06.2022 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery for diverse construction and maintenance projects
- Repair broken roads and patch potholes to ward off accidents or inconveniences
- Cleared debris from roadways to ensure safe driving conditions
- Remove bushes and trees from roads by using specialized equipment and techniques
- Executed roadside mowing to improve safety and visual appeal
- Knowledge of street, sewers and public and private roads
Driver
Cowan Transport Services, LLC
Charleston
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Conducted thorough pre-inspection of truck to ensure safety and functionality before use.
- Picked up goods and materials, verified loads for accuracy, and delivered them.
- Handled loading and unloading of cargo at shipping docks.
- Performed basic vehicle maintenance and complied with all safe work practices, policies, and processes at all times.
- Completed and verified paperwork for accuracy to support efficient logistics operations
- Follow instructions; locate and read location and roadmaps
- Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
Owner Operator
BW Mitchum Trucking
Mount Pleasant
03.2018 - 07.2019
- Performing basic truck maintenance tasks, such as adding oil, fuel, or radiator fluid or performing minor repairs
- Checking conditions of the trailer after contents have been uploaded to ensure that there has been no damage
- Checking all load-related documentation to ensure that it is complete and accurate
- Loading and unloading trucks, or helping others with loading and unloading, operating any special loading-related equipment on trucks and using other equipment as necessary
- Checking the truck to ensure that mechanical, safety and emergency equipment is in good working order
- Maneuvering the truck into loading or unloading positions, following signals from loading crews
- Maintaining e-logs of working hours and following applicable state and federal regulations
- Examining shipment contents and comparing with records such as manifests, invoices, or orders to verify accuracy
Driver
Mid-State Packing
North Charleston
12.2017 - 02.2018
- Conducted pre-inspection of truck to ensure safety and compliance before operation.
- Collected goods and materials, checked loads for accuracy, and delivered them.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo efficiently at designated locations.
- Maintained basic vehicle functionality and complied with all safe work practices, policies, and processes.
- Completed and verified paperwork for accuracy to maintain compliance and facilitate smooth operations
- Follow instructions; locate and read location and roadmaps
- Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
Driver
BW Mitchum Trucking
Mount Pleasant
09.2015 - 12.2017
- Conducted thorough pre-inspection of truck to ensure safety and compliance before operation.
- Executed loading and unloading of cargo following safety protocols to ensure efficient transport.
- Picked up goods and materials, verified loads for accuracy, and delivered them.
- Conducted basic vehicle maintenance and complied with all safe work practices, policies, and processes at all times.
- Completed and verified paperwork for accuracy to support efficient logistics operations
- Follow instructions; locate and read location and roadmaps
- Update job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities
Education
Wando High
Mount Pleasant, SCCertificate - CDL
Neilson Electronics Institute
Charleston, SC 08.1993 - 11.1993
Skills
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Knowledge of Production Procedures
- Analytical Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Multi-tasker
- Teamwork
- Work Independently
Certification
- Tanker Endorsement
- CDL- Class A
- Certificate from an accredited CDL School
- SC811 Academy Certification
- Team of the 1st Quarter 2023
- Pipe Installation Practices Education
- Chipper Handler
- Flagger Permit
Timeline
Equipment Operator III
Charleston County Public Works
06.2022 - Current
Driver
Cowan Transport Services, LLC
08.2019 - 06.2022
Owner Operator
BW Mitchum Trucking
03.2018 - 07.2019
Driver
Mid-State Packing
12.2017 - 02.2018
Driver
BW Mitchum Trucking
09.2015 - 12.2017
Certificate - CDL
Neilson Electronics Institute
08.1993 - 11.1993
Wando High