Caden Collier

 


Operator, Environmental Services

(330) 555-1846
caden.collier@example.com
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Canton, OH 44708

STRENGTHS

       
Safety Leadership

Stopped work after spotting unsafe conditions, then helped crews reset PPE and controls before continuing.

Equipment Operations

Handled vacuum and pressure equipment on difficult sites; coworkers often sought help during setup.

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Tracked hose, pump, and valve faults in the field, isolating problems before they affected service.

Crew Mentoring

Coached technicians through work orders and housekeeping, making daily execution calmer and clearer.

Reliable Field Service

Managed travel, weekends, weather, and long shifts with steady communication and dependable follow through.

SKILLS

       
  • Job site safety
  • PPE enforcement
  • Stop work authority
  • Work order interpretation
  • Equipment setup
  • CDL inspections
  • Equipment logs
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Technician training
  • Time management
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Vac Trucks
  • Hydro Jetters
  • Waste management

LANGUAGES

       
English
Native
40
Spanish
Beginner
10

MY CAREER

    
9.7Years
  • Lead Vacuum Truck Operator at Summit Environmental Field Services (3.2 Years)
  • Environmental Services Operator at Riverbend Waste Solutions (2.2 Years)
  • Industrial Cleaning Technician at Ironwood Industrial Cleaning (2.5 Years)
  • Field Technician at Buckeye Site Services (1.8 Years)

SUMMARY

Environmental services operator with eight years of field experience supporting industrial cleaning, waste management, and vacuum truck operations. Holds a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License with a clean driving record, plus OSHA 10 Hour General Industry and HAZWOPER 40 Hour Training. Completes daily vehicle inspections, equipment logs, pre job setups, work order interpretation, and safe transport across customer sites. Operates Vac Trucks, Hydro Jetters, Pressure Washers, Hydro Blasters, and Pickups in outdoor environments involving dust, noise, chemicals, variable weather, extended shifts, weekends, and overnight travel. Leads job site safety, enforces PPE, uses stop work authority, troubleshoots mechanical systems, mentors technicians, and communicates clearly with supervisors and client representatives. Practical field leadership supports safe, dependable service delivery.

EXPERIENCE

Lead Vacuum Truck Operator

Summit Environmental Field Services
 June 2023 - Present
 Canton, Ohio

Leads industrial cleaning assignments, regional dispatch, equipment operations, crew support, and customer site execution. Owns safety decisions, work order interpretation, equipment readiness, technician mentoring, and service communication.

  • Stopped unsafe work after pre job hazard checks, protecting crews during industrial cleaning assignments.
  • Operated Vac Trucks and Hydro Jetters across outdoor sites, completing demanding customer work safely.
  • Completed daily Class A CDL inspections and equipment logs before regional dispatch and travel.
  • Troubleshot hose, pump, valve, and pressure system faults, isolating unsafe equipment for repair.
  • Mentored technicians through equipment setups, PPE checks, housekeeping, work orders, and client communication.
  • Supported overnight travel and extended shifts while lifting, climbing, bending, and standing for long periods.

Environmental Services Operator

Riverbend Waste Solutions
 March 2021 - May 2023
 Massillon, Ohio

Supported environmental services and waste management projects across industrial customer locations. Managed vehicle readiness, pressure equipment, work order execution, field safety, mechanical troubleshooting, and technician guidance during changing schedules.

  • Stopped work when PPE or site conditions created hazards during outdoor industrial cleaning projects.
  • Operated Hydro Blasters, Pressure Washers, Vac Trucks, and Pickups through changing weather conditions.
  • Recorded CDL inspections and equipment logs, giving dispatch accurate readiness information each day.
  • Diagnosed pump, hose, valve, and pressure issues before equipment returned to active service.
  • Trained technicians on setup sequence, PPE use, housekeeping, work orders, and customer interaction.
  • Handled overnight travel, weekend schedules, extended shifts, lifting, climbing, bending, and prolonged standing.

Industrial Cleaning Technician

Ironwood Industrial Cleaning
 August 2018 - February 2021
 Alliance, Ohio

Delivered hands on industrial cleaning and environmental services support at customer facilities. Operated field equipment, completed inspections, followed work orders, identified mechanical concerns, and supported safe crew performance.

  • Used pre job checks and PPE controls to reduce exposure during industrial cleaning assignments.
  • Operated Vac Trucks, Hydro Jetters, Hydro Blasters, Pressure Washers, and Pickups at customer sites.
  • Performed daily CDL inspections and maintained accurate vehicle and equipment logs for field records.
  • Investigated hose, pump, valve, and pressure system problems before continuing assigned work.
  • Guided newer technicians through equipment setup, housekeeping, PPE expectations, and work order details.
  • Completed strenuous outdoor assignments involving travel, lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, and standing.

Field Technician

Buckeye Site Services
 October 2016 - July 2018
 North Canton, Ohio

Performed supervised and independent field work supporting industrial cleaning, waste services, equipment preparation, and customer site operations. Built early expertise in safe driving, inspections, mechanical troubleshooting, and crew support.

  • Followed PPE requirements and pre job safety checks before beginning industrial cleaning work.
  • Operated Pickups, Pressure Washers, Hydro Jetters, Hydro Blasters, and Vac Trucks safely onsite.
  • Completed daily Class A CDL inspections and logged vehicle condition before regional assignments.
  • Reported pump, hose, valve, and pressure issues to supervisors for timely repair decisions.
  • Helped technicians prepare equipment, maintain housekeeping, follow work orders, and communicate with customers.
  • Worked variable shifts and outdoor conditions while lifting, bending, climbing, and standing for long periods.

PROJECTS

Regional Vacuum Service Readiness
 2025

Safe field service starts before arrival. Coordinated inspection records, equipment logs, setup checks, and dispatch readiness for demanding regional vacuum assignments.

Industrial Pressure Equipment Support
 2024

Small equipment signals can prevent large interruptions. Applied mechanical troubleshooting across pumps, hoses, valves, and pressure systems during cleaning work.

LEADERSHIP & AWARDS

  • Recognized by field supervisors for dependable safety leadership and consistent stop work decisions.
  • Selected to mentor technicians on equipment setup, PPE, housekeeping, and customer communication.
  • Trusted with extended shifts, overnight travel, and demanding outdoor industrial assignments.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma
McKinley Senior High School   GPA: 3.0
 2016
 Canton, Ohio
Coursework: Workplace Safety, Applied Mathematics, Technical Education, Communications

CERTIFICATIONS

  • Class A Commercial Driver's License, Ohio 2016
  • OSHA 10 Hour General Industry 2024
  • HAZWOPER 40 Hour Training 2023

TECHNICAL SKILLS

  • Vacuum Equipment: Vac Trucks, Vacuum Systems, Vacuum Operations
  • Hydro Jetting: Hydro Jetters, Hydro Blasters, High Pressure Water
  • Pressure Washing: Pressure Washers, Pressure Systems, Spray Equipment
  • Commercial Vehicles: Pickups, Class A CDL, Commercial Driving
  • Safety Programs: PPE, OSHA 10 Hour, Stop Work Authority
  • Hazardous Materials: HAZWOPER, Chemical Exposure, Waste Management
  • Inspections And Logs: CDL Inspections, Equipment Logs, Vehicle Inspections
  • Mechanical Systems: Pumps, Hoses, Valves
  • Field Operations: Pre Job Setup, Work Orders, Job Site Safety
  • Service Coordination: Regional Dispatch, Client Communication, Supervisor Communication

SKILLS

       
  • Job site safety
  • PPE enforcement
  • Stop work authority
  • Work order interpretation
  • Equipment setup
  • CDL inspections
  • Equipment logs
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Technician training
  • Time management
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Vac Trucks
  • Hydro Jetters
  • Waste management

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS

  • Industrial environmental services and waste management field operations.
  • Commercial vehicle safety and Ohio CDL operating practices.

LANGUAGES

       
  • English (Native)
  • Spanish (Beginner)

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

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