Notice how the job seeker in this sample pile-driver operator resume opens with a clear objective of what he wants. He then lists only those previous work experiences that pertain to this particular job. All pile-driver operator resumes should include this vital information.
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Richard Job-Seeker
107 Blake Street
Any Town, USA 99999
Home: (888) 888-8888
Cell: (888) 888-7777
rjobseeker@sampleresume.com
OBJECTIVE
Position as a Pile-driver Operator
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Trained in professional equipment operations, attentive to safety, able to maneuver heavy equipment with many controls, ready for immediate hire
EXPERIENCE
Pile-driver Operator, 2000 to present:
Barney Construction Company, Inc., Any City, USA.
Controlled and operated pile-driving machines that hammer piles into the ground to support bridges and building foundations for projects contracted by the company, specifically the construction of Any City Bridge in 2003.
Assistant Pile-driver Operator, 1998-2000:
Assisted the pile-driver operators by helping to gauge spaces, control machinery with pedals and levers and maintain the equipment for safety.
EDUCATION
A.A., Heavy Equipment Operations, 1997 Any City Trade School, Any City, USA
ACCOLADES AND INVOLVEMENTS
American Association of Construction Workers
Specialist of the Year Award 2007
NOTE: Write a complete pile-driver operator resume, including expanded information of the kind you see in this condensed sample. Employers expect about two pages. Include your work experience as a pile-driver operator as well as your training and recognition.