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Nathan Knight

Barrhead

Summary

Seasoned Equipment Operator and Heavy Haul Truck Driver with a proven track record at Wild Horizon Ventures Ltd, showcasing expertise in heavy equipment operation and worksite safety. Excelled in load securement and equipment repair, enhancing operational efficiency. Known for exceptional leadership in training teams and improving safety protocols, demonstrating both hard and soft skills.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Equipment Operator

Centurion
11.2023 - Current
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
  • Completed minor repairs and replacements of equipment parts to restore functionality.
  • Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials on site.

Heavy Haul Truck Driver

Wild Horizon Ventures Ltd
05.2022 - 10.2023
  • Managed transport paperwork accurately, including bills of lading, fuel receipts, inspection reports, and permits for oversize/overweight loads.
  • Achieved on-time delivery records by effectively navigating various terrains in diverse weather conditions.
  • Provided specialized support in transporting large equipment like construction machinery or wind turbine components without incident.
  • Expedited delivery times by utilizing GPS navigation systems and real-time traffic updates.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Operated 6 to 12 axle groups
  • wide loads from 12ft to 28ft

Assistant Farm Manager

Sunny Acre Farms
02.2020 - 05.2022
  • Trained and supervised seasonal workers engaged in cultivation and harvest.
  • Worked closely with employees to improve practices, techniques and safety choices, optimizing performance, and minimizing waste.
  • Completed structural inspections to determine maintenance requirements and organize repairs.
  • Maximized operational profits by closely inspecting crops, assessing quality, and identifying problems such as disease or insects.
  • Fixed broken equipment in timely matter
  • Coordinated seasonal labor force, ensuring timely planting and harvesting activities.
  • Planned schedule for crop rotation, plantings, and harvest.

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Hunter Hauling Ltd
07.2014 - 02.2020
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained compliance with weight limits, safety regulations, and transportation laws through diligent record-keeping and inspections.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
  • Completed preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on vehicles.

Farm Hand

Allco Enterprise
07.2008 - 01.2014
  • Managed farm staff efficiently, providing training and guidance for optimal performance.
  • Increased farm productivity by introducing modern farming practices and equipment upgrades.
  • Oversaw the maintenance of farm machinery, resulting in reduced downtime due to repairs or malfunctions.
  • Improved animal health through regular monitoring, vaccinations, and timely veterinary consultations.
  • Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
  • Reduced crop loss by carefully monitoring for signs of pests or disease and applying appropriate treatments when necessary.
  • Managed composting operations to recycle farm waste into valuable fertilizer, enriching soil quality.

Skills

  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Worksite safety
  • Equipment inspections
  • Equipment operations
  • Loader operation
  • Bulldozer operation
  • Load securement
  • Equipment Repair
  • Land clearing
  • General labor
  • Following instructions

Timeline

Equipment Operator

Centurion
11.2023 - Current

Heavy Haul Truck Driver

Wild Horizon Ventures Ltd
05.2022 - 10.2023

Assistant Farm Manager

Sunny Acre Farms
02.2020 - 05.2022

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Hunter Hauling Ltd
07.2014 - 02.2020

Farm Hand

Allco Enterprise
07.2008 - 01.2014

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