Daniel Aforki
Regina
Summary
Knowledgeable heavy equipment operator with class 5 and 1 A license specializing in hydro-vac systems. Adept at carefully exposing utilities, clearing sewer pipes and digging trenches. Proven skills in bonding, collecting debris, and maintaining safety gear.
Skilled at safely managing hydrovac equipment setup and operation. Dependable and hardworking with detail-oriented approach and good physical fitness. Excellent problem-solver with good grasp of construction operations and rigging processes.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2000
2000
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hydrovac Operator
Ck underground welding ltd
White City
05.2025 - Current
- Operated hydrovac equipment for safe excavation and utility exposure.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure equipment readiness and safety compliance.
- Maintained hydrovac truck cleanliness and functionality through regular servicing.
- Uncovered utilities, slotted trenches and cleaned sewer lines.
- Performed pre- and post-trip vehicle and equipment inspections to check for maintenance and repair needs.
- Operated high-pressure water and vacuum systems to liquify and remove dirt from target areas.
- Communicated with customers regarding project timelines, expectations, issues. throughout the duration of each job.
- Followed all company policies related to operating procedures for hydrovac units.
- Traveled between multiple job sites within designated geographic region as needed.
Heavy Equipment operator training
Southeast college Estvan
Estevan
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Assisted in training new operators on safety protocols and equipment usage.
- Maintained a clean and organized worksite to promote safety standards.
- Followed operational guidelines for heavy equipment operation on various terrains.
- Adhered to all safety regulations while performing heavy equipment operations.
- 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.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- 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.
Hydrovac Operator
Polus telecommunications
White City
03.2018 - 11.2023
- Operated hydrovac equipment for safe excavation and utility exposure.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure equipment readiness and safety compliance.
- Maintained hydrovac truck cleanliness and functionality through regular servicing.
- Uncovered utilities, slotted trenches and cleaned sewer lines.
- Performed pre- and post-trip vehicle and equipment inspections to check for maintenance and repair needs.
- Followed all company policies related to operating procedures for hydrovac units.
Cementing Operator
Trican Well Services
Estevan
01.2016 - 02.2018
- Operated equipment for various oil and gas service operations.
- Monitored well site activities for safety and compliance.
- Reduced health and safety risks with strict adherence to safety protocols and PPE requirements.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
Cementing Operator Services
Sanjel Corporation Ltd
Estevan
02.2014 - 01.2016
- Oiled and greased the trucks weekly
- Documented daily operational activities and reported findings to supervisors.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
- Learned and followed safety and emergency procedures.
- Delivery Cement from the plant to sight
Carpenter
SRI Homes Ltd
Estevan
10.2011 - 02.2014
- Constructed frameworks for residential and commercial buildings using various materials.
- Operated tools such as saws, drills, and nail guns for precise cuts and assembly.
- Interpreted blueprints and drawings to ensure accurate measurements and specifications.
- Collaborated with contractors to meet project timelines and ensure quality workmanship.
Education
Barka Secondary School
Eritrea Skills
- Vacuum excavation
- Hydro excavation
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
- Vehicle inspection
- Time management
- Forklift operation
- Safety regulations compliance
- Utility line exposing
- Maintaining PPE
- Hydrovac equipment operation
- Confined space entry
- Valid class 5 and 1A license with air breake endorsement
Certification
- High School Diploma
- Southeast college Estevan
- Havey Equipment Operator
- Certificat First Aid/ CPR
- Ground Disturbance, Level
- Confined Space, Level 1
- H2S Alive
- Safety Construction Orientation Training (SCOT)
- WHMIS
- Fire Extinguisher Trainin
- First Aid CPR
Timeline
Hydrovac Operator
Ck underground welding ltd
05.2025 - Current
Heavy Equipment operator training
Southeast college Estvan
04.2024 - 07.2024
Hydrovac Operator
Polus telecommunications
03.2018 - 11.2023
Cementing Operator
Trican Well Services
01.2016 - 02.2018
Cementing Operator Services
Sanjel Corporation Ltd
02.2014 - 01.2016
Carpenter
SRI Homes Ltd
10.2011 - 02.2014
Barka Secondary School