Jacob Trull
Plains
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong work ethic and proven expertise in road maintenance from Montana State MDT. Skilled in heavy equipment operation and effective communication, I excel in problem-solving and ensuring job site safety. Committed to enhancing worksite efficiency and promoting a safe environment through proactive measures and teamwork.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
General Laborer
R. Smith Excavating
Lakeside
04.2025 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Notified supervisors of defective equipment or material.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly stored at end of shift.
- Hauled and spread sand, gravel and clay to fill washouts and repair road shoulders.
Road Maintenance Tech
Montana State MDT
Hot Springs
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Assisted with traffic control during construction projects, promoting the safety of workers and motorists alike.
- Improved road conditions by filling potholes, repairing cracks, and sealing surfaces with appropriate materials.
- Ensured proper signage installation and maintenance, facilitating clear communication of traffic rules and directions to drivers.
- Conducted routine equipment checks and performed minor repairs on machinery, ensuring optimal functionality throughout operations.
- Maintained roadside vegetation by trimming trees, shrubs, and grasses to ensure clear visibility for motorists.
- Documented completed work accurately for recordkeeping purposes, enabling proper tracking of maintenance activities over time.
- Contributed to a cleaner environment by clearing debris, litter, and hazardous materials from roadsides and drainage systems.
- Increased motorist satisfaction by responding promptly to reported road issues and addressing them as needed.
- Removed debris and snow and kept roadways and parking lots clear.
- Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
- Repaired signs and fences quickly to avoid accidents and mishaps.
General Laborer
R. Smith Excavating
Lakeside
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
- Removed debris from construction sites and disposed of it properly.
- Cleaned tools, equipment, and work areas in order to maintain a safe and organized workspace.
- Mixed, poured, and spread concrete, asphalt gravel, and other materials.
- Performed regular servicing and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
- Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
Road Maintenance Tech
Montana State MDT
Thompson Falls
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Followed established safety procedures when operating heavy machinery.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks, including lubrication and cleaning of machines and equipment.
- Cleaned work areas to maintain a safe environment free from debris or hazardous materials.
- Maintained accurate records of all maintenance activities performed.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately
- Assisted with loading and unloading supplies required for job completion.
- Operated snow plow to clear roads and sidewalks of accumulated snow, ice, and debris.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on snow plows to ensure proper operation.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls regarding storm damage or hazardous conditions requiring immediate attention.
- Recorded daily activities including hours worked, areas cleared, and materials used in logbook.
- Provided assistance in the removal of fallen trees or other large objects blocking roads.
- Monitored weather conditions to determine appropriate course of action for clearing roads and sidewalks.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding road closures or hazardous conditions encountered during shift.
- Erected signs and cones to divert traffic in active work areas.
- Repaired roadway signs, fences and other structures.
Education
GED -
Thompson Falls High School
Thompson Falls, MT01-2002
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- General tool knowledge
- Safety Procedures
- Hand and power tools
- Debris and trash removal
- Tool and equipment maintenance
- Class A Driver's License
- Job site preparation
- Equipment management
- Welding
- Equipment Repair
- Heavy equipment operation
- Road maintenance techniques
- Traffic control measures
- Job Site Cleanup
- Physical Strength
- Job Site Safety
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Adaptability to conditions
Timeline
General Laborer
R. Smith Excavating
04.2025 - Current
Road Maintenance Tech
Montana State MDT
12.2024 - 04.2025
General Laborer
R. Smith Excavating
04.2024 - 12.2024
Road Maintenance Tech
Montana State MDT
11.2023 - 04.2024
GED -
Thompson Falls High School