Kenneth Plane
Payson
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with extensive experience at the Arizona Department of Transportation. Proven expertise in equipment maintenance and troubleshooting, complemented by strong teamwork and communication skills. Committed to safety and quality control, consistently achieving operational efficiency and minimizing downtime through proactive problem-solving and effective workflow management.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Hwy Ops Tech 3
Arizona Department of Transportation
05.2017 - Current
- Assisted with equipment maintenance and troubleshooting to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance productivity.
- Followed safety protocols while performing repairs and installations on various systems.
- Supported inventory management by tracking supplies and maintaining accurate records.
- Participated in training sessions to develop skills in technical processes and tools.
- Documented service reports and maintained logs of completed work for reference.
- Engaged in continuous learning to adapt to new technologies and techniques in the field.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Actively participated in continuous learning initiatives to stay updated on industry trends and advancements in technology.
- Worked with diverse types of weather and ground conditions.
- Operated snow removal equipment.
- Operated asphalt equipment like rollers, milling equipment, laydown machines, crackseal and Mastic equipment.
- Traffic Control and Flagging operations and Emergency Response.
- Heavy equipment front loader, Road Grader,backhoe,skidsteer, and forklift.
- Heavy haul for job specific equipment.
Equipment Operator
Rio Grande County Road and Brige
11.2006 - 05.2017
- Assisted in the preparation and application of gravel and asphalt for road surfacing tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency during construction operations.
- Operated heavy machinery including graders, backhoes, and dump trucks for road maintenance projects.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure optimal functionality and safety compliance.
- Maintained accurate records of machinery usage and maintenance schedules for accountability.
- Responded promptly to equipment malfunctions, troubleshooting issues to minimize downtime.
- 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.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as bulldozers, and loaders.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Operated commercial vehicle to transport equipment and job-specific machinery to and from job sites.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Continuously updated skills through participation in industry-related training programs and seminars.
- Supported site supervisors by providing timely feedback on machine performance, identifying areas for improvement or repair needs.
- Achieved smooth workflow transitions by coordinating effectively with other operators during shift changes.
Education
High School Diploma -
Del Norte High School
Del Norte, CO05.1994
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Multitasking and organization
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Written/Verbal communication
- Troubleshooting
- Installation and repair
- Maintenance and repairs
- Quality control
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Preventive Maintenance
- Documentation and reporting
- Equipment maintenance
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Customer interaction
- System troubleshooting
- Heavy lifting
- Workload management
- Routine Inspections
- Deadline oriented
- OSHA compliance
- Team Training
- Relationship building
- Safety Equipment
- Product Inspections
- Issue resolution
- Mechanical aptitude
- Operations monitoring
- Information tracking
- Operation Monitoring
- Component replacement
- Project management
- Mechanical tools
- Job site cleanup
- Loading and unloading
- File and record maintenance
- Equipment operation
- Health and safety regulations
- Regulatory compliance
Timeline
Hwy Ops Tech 3
Arizona Department of Transportation
05.2017 - Current
Equipment Operator
Rio Grande County Road and Brige
11.2006 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Del Norte High School
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