Heavy Equipment Operator II, Landfill Operations Resume Ming Flores Heavy Equipment Operator II, Landfill Operations (256) 555-7316 ming.flores@example.com linkedin.com/example/mingflores Huntsville, AL 35801 STRENGTHS Landfill Equipment Control Controlled dozers and compactors across active disposal areas, adapting passes to traffic, weather, and changing ground conditions. Safe Material Movement Moved soil, aggregate, debris, and equipment with clear haul routes and careful positioning near crews and vehicles. Equipment Readiness Caught hose, tire, fluid, and component concerns during inspections, helping mechanics address issues before field failure. Field Coordination Used direct communication with spotters and supervisors around congested work fronts, keeping travel paths controlled and visible. Flexible Site Support Shifted from primary machines into drainage, cleanup, staging, and manual work when schedules or equipment demand changed. SKILLS Heavy equipment operation Landfill operations Dozer operation Motor grader operation Dump truck operation Trash compactor operation Excavator operation Backhoe operation Loader operation Material handling Equipment servicing Preventive maintenance Grading and compaction Site safety Manual site support LANGUAGES English Native 40 Spanish Intermediate 20 MY CAREER 4.8 Years Heavy Equipment Operator II, Landfill Operations at Summit Waste Operations (2.4 Years) Heavy Equipment Operator, Civil Construction at Redstone Civil Contractors (1.2 Years) Equipment Operator I, Site Maintenance at Tennessee Valley Siteworks (1.2 Years) SUMMARY Heavy equipment operator with five years supporting landfill operations, site development, roadwork, and public infrastructure maintenance. Operates dozers, motor graders, dump trucks, trash compactors, earth mover scrapers , excavators, backhoes, front end loaders, and lowboy tractor trailers with careful control around personnel, vehicles, changing ground conditions, and active work fronts. Holds an Alabama Class A Commercial Driver's License , exceeding the required Class B credential, plus ADEM Certified Landfill Operator Certification . Completes grading, compaction, excavation, hauling, material placement, equipment transport, pre operation inspections, fluid checks, lubrication, defect reporting, and basic preventive maintenance. Coordinates with spotters, mechanics, and supervisors during busy field operations. Reliable for weekend, holiday, and overtime schedules, with practical judgment that supports safe production, dependable equipment availability, and orderly landfill site operations. EXPERIENCE Heavy Equipment Operator II, Landfill Operations Summit Waste Operations May 2024 - Present Decatur, AL Lead daily landfill equipment operations across active disposal areas, drainage assignments, cover handling, material movement, equipment transport, and site cleanup. Coordinate with spotters and supervisors in congested zones, complete inspections and basic servicing, report defects, and support manual work during changing schedules. Built stable landfill working surfaces with dozers and compactors, adapting passes for traffic, weather, and site conditions. Maintained drainage and cover areas with excavators , backhoes , and loaders, selecting attachments for controlled material placement. Moved materials with dump trucks and repositioned equipment using lowboy tractor trailers under loading and securement procedures. Completed walk around inspections, fluid checks , lubrication, and defect reports before equipment returned to service. Coordinated spotters and supervisors through congested work zones, protecting personnel near trucks and active landfill fronts. Supported drainage, cleanup, and work area preparation through manual tasks during maintenance windows and equipment shortages. Heavy Equipment Operator, Civil Construction Redstone Civil Contractors January 2023 - April 2024 Athens, AL Operated grading, excavation, loading, and hauling equipment on roadway and utility projects. Shifted between primary machines and manual site work, supported field milestones, performed pre shift checks , and helped maintain safe production during extended schedules and changing project needs. Shaped roadway subgrades with graders and dozers, using field direction to prepare consistent construction surfaces. Excavated utility trenches with excavators, maintaining controlled positioning near marked work areas and ground crews. Managed aggregate stockpiles with front end loaders , supporting orderly material flow and safe equipment separation. Identified hose wear, tire concerns , fluid issues , and damaged components during pre shift equipment checks. Shifted between equipment operation and manual site duties during weather delays, rotations, and short assignments. Supported weekend milestone work through safe startup , shutdown, parking, and extended shift practices. Equipment Operator I, Site Maintenance Tennessee Valley Siteworks October 2021 - December 2022 Florence, AL Built foundational experience on utility, earthwork, and site maintenance assignments under field supervision. Operated dump trucks, backhoes, loaders, and compactors, moved soil and debris, completed routine care, communicated with spotters, and progressed into more complex equipment assignments. Operated dump trucks , backhoes, loaders, and compactors on supervised utility and earthwork assignments. Moved soil, aggregate, and debris along designated haul routes near crews and temporary work zones. Positioned backhoes around marked work areas, communicating clearly with spotters during excavation and backfill operations. Completed inspections, cleaning, greasing, and fluid checks, reporting mechanical concerns to maintenance personnel. Performed debris removal, drainage cleanup , material staging , and work area preparation during lower equipment demand. Advanced into multi equipment assignments after demonstrating dependable control, safe habits, and consistent attendance. PROJECTS Landfill Work Surface Control 2025 Good landfill work starts with controlled passes. Applied dozer and trash compactor operation to build stable disposal surfaces, respond to changing conditions, and support orderly material placement. Equipment Readiness Routine 2024 Reliable production begins before ignition. Applied walk around inspections, fluid checks, lubrication, and defect reporting to keep heavy equipment prepared for demanding field schedules. LEADERSHIP & AWARDS Earned ADEM Certified Landfill Operator Certification in 2025 through practical landfill operations experience. Advanced from Equipment Operator I to Heavy Equipment Operator II through dependable control and safe field performance. Trusted with complex equipment movement, landfill work fronts, and coordinated operations near personnel and vehicles. EDUCATION High School Diploma Florence High School GPA: 3.0 2021 Florence, AL Coursework: Construction safety, environmental science, automotive technology, applied mathematics CERTIFICATIONS ADEM Certified Landfill Operator Certification 2025 Alabama Class A Commercial Driver's License 2022 TECHNICAL SKILLS Heavy Equipment: Dozers, motor graders, trash compactors Excavation Equipment: Excavators, backhoes, earth mover scrapers Loading Equipment: Front end loaders, dump trucks, lowboy tractor trailers Landfill Operations: Disposal areas, cover handling, work surface control Construction Operations: Roadwork, utility work, site development Material Movement: Aggregate hauling, soil placement, debris removal Equipment Care: Fluid checks, lubrication, wear checks Safety Procedures: Pre operation inspections, securement procedures, controlled travel paths Commercial Driving: Alabama Class A CDL, heavy weight trucks, equipment transport Site Maintenance: Drainage cleanup, work area preparation, manual labor SKILLS Heavy equipment operation Landfill operations Dozer operation Motor grader operation Dump truck operation Trash compactor operation Excavator operation Backhoe operation Loader operation Material handling Equipment servicing Preventive maintenance Grading and compaction Site safety Manual site support PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS Collaborated with spotters and site supervisors during congested landfill equipment movements. Worked alongside mechanics, ground crews, and operators on maintenance, material handling, and site preparation. LANGUAGES English (Native) Spanish (Intermediate) ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Status : Authorized to work in United States. No sponsorship required. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Work Status : Authorized to work in United States. No sponsorship required. REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST
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