JOHN CHELCHOWSKI
johnnychelchowski[at]hotmail.com


Objective
To obtain a full-time position utilizing my operating skills within your establishment.


Qualifications
Able to safely and effectively operate excavators (license class LE), loader backhoes, front-end loaders, rock trucks and skid steers within a variety of environments
Able to hold and cut final grade.
Experience in septic systems, sewer and water main, demolition, loading trucks, residential, working around gas/hydro lines.
Thorough knowledge of safety regulations associated with operating heavy equipment
Ability to follow, promote and implement safety standards
Able to perform equipment maintenance
Able to work effectively in stressful situations whilst maintaining composure
Exceptional time management skills: able to effectively prioritize and meet deadlines
Able to work productively within a team as well as independently
Able to effectively and respectfully delegate tasks in a positive manner


Education

Excavator (class Le) LicenceThe Operating School
Queensland, Australia

Heavy Equipment Operator CertificateSir Sanford Fleming College
July, 2006 Lindsay, Ontario
Courses Included: Earthmoving Technology, Environmental Issues for Industry, Equipment Maintenance, Heavy Equipment Operating Techniques and Personal, Work-site and Equipment Safety.

Ontario Secondary School DiplomaSouthwood Secondary School
February, 2004 Cambridge, Ontario




Relevant Experience

Operator Core Earthworks
June 2007 December 2009 Milton, Ontario
Duties Included: Operating a variety of Excavators and backhoes on various sites/environments (sewer and water, foundation, basements, septic systems, ponds, demolition, pools, rock walls), performing equipment maintenance, reading construction plans, following safety codes and industry standards, and supervising job sites.

Operator Demers Contracting Services
February 2007 June 2007 Fort McMurray, Alberta
Duties Included: Operating excavators and rock trucks within the Suncor Oil Sands establishment.

Operator/Safety RepresentativeD.L. Services
September 2006 - February 2007 Waterloo, Ontario
Duties Included: Operating excavators, skid steers and light equipment (including chainsaws, pumps, and packers), ensuring safety codes and industry standards were met, running safety meetings and providing training.

Head LabourerTri-Car Developments
May 2003 - April, 2006 Kitchener and Burlington, Ontario
Duties Included: Operating skid steer, assisting with setting pipe and catch basins, general maintenance of building and property, provided training and supervision to other members of the labour team.


Certificate

Excavator License LE (Australia)
Heavy Equipment Operator Certificate
Blue Card (white card)
Confined Space Entry
Transportation of Dangerous Goods
Chainsaw Operator
First Aid with CPR (Level C)
WHMIS
CSTS
OSSA


References Available Upon Request