David Sievers
Glendive
Summary
Experienced Heavy Equipment Operator proficient in conducting safety inspections, problem-solving, and team collaboration. Committed to maintaining operational efficiency and compliance in earthmoving operations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
Teraflex Group LLC
Williston
08.2025 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment to ensure safe operation and functionality.
- Operated heavy machinery to complete excavation and grading tasks efficiently.
- Maintained clean work areas by removing debris and organizing tools effectively.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety practices.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding project progress and equipment needs regularly.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Fishers Sand and Gravel
Glendive
05.2018 - 07.2025
- Operated heavy machinery to complete excavation and grading tasks efficiently.
- Conducted routine inspections on equipment to ensure safe operation and functionality.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate work schedules and site activities.
- Loaded and unloaded materials using forklifts and other heavy equipment safely.
- Maintained clean work areas by removing debris and organizing tools effectively.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment handling and safety practices.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Communicated with supervisors regarding project progress and equipment needs regularly.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
- Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
- Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
- Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
Education
Dawson County High School
GlendiveSkills
- Equipment maintenance and troubleshooting
- Heavy machinery operation
- Team collaboration
- Materials transport
- Problem solving
- Heavy haul trucking
- Preventive Maintenance
- First aid training
- Off-road vehicle operation
- Earthmoving operations
- Daily vehicle assessments
- Skid steer proficiency
- Parts lubrication
- Multi-machine operation
- Front end loader operations
- Scraper operation expertise
- Bulldozer maneuvering
- Heavy equipment operation
- Safety inspections and compliance
- Excavation and site coordination
Certification
Msha Certified
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Teraflex Group LLC
08.2025 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Fishers Sand and Gravel
05.2018 - 07.2025
Dawson County High School