Conner Thompson
Saint Joseph
Summary
Construction professional with 6 years of experience in site work, utilities, and stabilization across commercial and residential projects. Proven background as a Lead Equipment Operator and Acting Foreman, trusted to run jobs independently, coordinate crews, manage daily production, and support material planning. Highly versatile equipment operator with strong plan reading and grade control skills. Known for training crews, solving field issues, and maintaining safety, quality, and schedule. Ready to transition into an Assistant Superintendent role and contribute immediately.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equipment Operator
Black & Veatch
Kansas City
08.2025 - Current
- Operated a wide range of heavy equipment including excavators, dozers, loaders, skid steers, rollers, and compactors on active jobsites
- Performed mass grading, fine grading, trenching, backfill, and site preparation for commercial and residential projects
- Utilized GPS and grade control systems to meet design elevations and specifications
- Read and interpreted construction plans, grades, and utility layouts to ensure accurate execution
- Worked closely with foremen and superintendents to meet daily production goals
- Coordinated with laborers, truck drivers, and subcontractors to maintain efficient workflow
- Maintained equipment awareness and reported issues to minimize downtime
- Followed and supported jobsite safety policies and procedures
Lead Equipment Operator
White Construction
Kansas City
06.2024 - 08.2025
- Assisted the foreman and superintendent with daily planning and execution of work.
- Acted as a point of contact for operators and laborers regarding task direction and workflow.
- Operated multiple types of heavy equipment while overseeing quality and efficiency of work.
- Helped enforce jobsite safety practices and corrected unsafe conditions.
- Mentored less-experienced operators on proper techniques and jobsite expectations.
- Verified grades, layout, and completed work for quality control.
Lead Equipment Operator
Superior Bowen
Kansas City
04.2023 - 06.2024
- Led stabilization crew operations on roadway and site improvement projects
- Operated road reclaimer, skid steer, and trimmer to meet design and production requirements
- Ran jobs independently when foreman was unavailable
- Assisted with material planning and ordering for stabilization work
- Trained new employees on equipment, procedures, and safety
- Participated in equipment demos and evaluations prior to purchase
- Maintained safety, quality, and production standards in the field
Equipment Operator
Bull Creek Construction
Overland Park
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Hired as the company’s first equipment operator, playing a key role in establishing field operations
- Quickly advanced beyond operator duties due to performance and trust, taking on foreman-level responsibilities
- Independently ran small and large jobs, coordinating crews, equipment, and daily production
- Planned and sequenced work activities to meet schedule and quality requirements
- Served as the primary field contact on assigned projects, communicating progress and issues to management
- Supported company growth by adapting to new crews, scopes, and job demands
- Traveled regularly to support projects in multiple locations as the company expanded
- Maintained strong safety standards while balancing production and quality
Education
Heavy Equipment Operations
State Technical College of Missouri
Linn, Mo 06.2020 - 05.2021
Skills
- Jobsite Supervision & Crew Leadership
- Site Work, Utilities & Stabilization
- Heavy Equipment Operations (All Site Equipment)
- GPS / Grade Control (CAT Grade)
- Daily Planning & Production Coordination
- Material Ordering & Logistics
- Training & Mentoring
- Safety & Quality Control
Certification
- OSHA 10
- Class A CDL
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Black & Veatch
08.2025 - Current
Lead Equipment Operator
White Construction
06.2024 - 08.2025
Lead Equipment Operator
Superior Bowen
04.2023 - 06.2024
Equipment Operator
Bull Creek Construction
03.2022 - 04.2023
Heavy Equipment Operations
State Technical College of Missouri
06.2020 - 05.2021