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Tyler Tavares

Rochester

Summary

With over a decade of expertise in operating heavy equipment and a proven leadership background, I've significantly contributed to projects at G. Greene Construction and others, showcasing my adeptness in gas, water, sewer, and substation operations. My skills are enhanced by a valid 2A Hoisting License and a commitment to safety and efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Equipment Operator (Local 4)

G. Greene Construction
03.2021 - 12.2024

Operated Heavy Equipment with multiple operators such as Rubber Tire Excavators, Track Excavators, Loaders, Skid Steers, Rollers, Volumetric Mixers, Vacuum Trucks, and Grinders.


Performed Site Work to build Electric Substations for Customers such as Eversource and National Grid


Performed Utility work such as Electric Conduit, Manholes, Vaults, Transformer pads, manhole roofs,

Pole Installations, and Pipe Type Cable Repairs.







Heavy Equipment Operator (Local 4)

Ferreira Construction
10.2018 - 03.2021

Operated Various types of Equipment such as Excavators, Skid Steers, Loaders w/side boom, Backhoes, Dozers, Asphalt Rollers.


Assembled Steel Trench Boxes or Slide Rail Systems to mitigate any potential cave-ins for workers in trench.


Sets Up rotary laser and receiver for precision depths of excavations.


Performed Site Work and Utility Work, and Demolition.


Installed utilities such as Gas, Water, and Electric









Gas Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operator

Feeney Brothers Utility Services
03.2014 - 10.2018

Oversight of a (5) man gas crew which includes (2) truck drivers (2) Qualified Laborers and Myself as a Foreman/Operator.


Briefing the crew on the tasks for the day and how to do so safely to mitigate any potential hazards.


Work Orders Ranged from Gas Main Relays, Gas Service Relays, Abandonment's, and Regulator Pits.


Operation day to day involved a backhoe or track excavator side loading tri-axle dump trucks from trench in the roadway for placement of new gas line assembled by a Mcelroy Fusion machine or Welder if installing steel.


Pipe Mechanic/Pump Mechanic

New Bedford DPI
03.2012 - 03.2014

Performed Repairs on Underground Water Mains, Sewer mains, Lift Stations, Pumps, and Septic Receiving Stations


Inspected and tested equipment to locate worn and damaged parts.


Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.


Performed diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to find and identify root causes of mechanical issues.


On Call 24/7

Education

High School Diploma -

Greater New Bedford Voc Tech High School
New Bedford, MA
06-2012

Skills

    - Gas Experience (7) Years

    - Water & Sewer Experience (2) years

    - Electric & Substation Experience (3) years

    - Operating Heavy Equipment (11) years

    - Leadership Experience

    - In Process of CDL A License (awaiting test)

    - Valid 2A Hoisting License

    - Valid Drivers License

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Operator (Local 4)

G. Greene Construction
03.2021 - 12.2024

Heavy Equipment Operator (Local 4)

Ferreira Construction
10.2018 - 03.2021

Gas Foreman/Heavy Equipment Operator

Feeney Brothers Utility Services
03.2014 - 10.2018

Pipe Mechanic/Pump Mechanic

New Bedford DPI
03.2012 - 03.2014

High School Diploma -

Greater New Bedford Voc Tech High School
Tyler Tavares