Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Awards
Security Clearance
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Brandon Lee

Wise

Summary

Results driven heavy equipment operator and current U.S. Army member with over 10 years of hands-on experience in construction, logistics, and leadership across both military and civilian sectors. Proven ability to direct multimillion-dollar infrastructure projects under high-pressure conditions. Known for strong work ethic, precision equipment handling, and proactive safety compliance. Holds active security clearance and multiple technical certifications.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dump Train Operator

Loram Maintenance Of Way
08.2023 - Current
  • - Operate specialized rail ballast dump train under Norfolk Southern, CSX, BNSF contracts
  • - Manage mechanical inspections, perform maintenance, and ensure logistics coordination across multi-state routes
  • - Communicate with track officials and submit daily reports to corporate and railroad contacts
  • - Role required a minimun 70 hours per week and extended travel away from home
  • 90 hrs/week | $25.00/hr

Heavy Equipment Operator

Next Endeavor Ventures
11.2022 - 06.2023
  • - Operated excavators, dozers, graders, and haul trucks on surface mining and reclamation sites
  • - Executed contour mining across 100+ acres with adherence to safety and reclamation standards
  • - Company relocated out of state, ending regional operations
  • 50 hrs/week | $35.00/hr

Team Leader (E-5 Sergeant)

U.S. Army
08.2021 - 07.2022
  • - Supervised 4 direct reports and managed crews of 20+ in Kuwait and Jordan
  • - Directed execution of multi-million construction projects supporting U.S. military readiness
  • - Coordinated logistics of fuel, materials, and labor; prepared progress reports and conducted briefings
  • 80 hrs/week | $60,000/year

Heavy Equipment Operator

Greenway Services
10.2020 - 05.2021
  • - Operated heavy machinery on 12+ commercial/residential construction projects
  • - Installed underground utilities, performed grading, and executed structural demolition
  • - Created survey-based models, improving planning efficiency
  • - Left to deploy; company closed soon after
  • 60 hrs/week | $18.50/hr

Team Leader (E-4 Corporal)

U.S. Army
09.2018 - 10.2019
  • - Led construction team in Somalia during combat deployment
  • - Rebuilt base defenses within 24 hours after multiple attacks
  • - Directed aircraft hangar and blimp pad construction valued at over $2.5M combined
  • - Coordinated aviation and fuel logistics across regions
  • - Presented mission updates to a 4-star general
  • 80 hrs/week | $50,000/year

Customer Service Representative

Crutchfield
08.2016 - 05.2017
  • - Handled 40+ customer interactions daily via phone/email
  • - Resolved customer concerns and managed order/shipping logistics
  • - Left job to care for a terminally ill family member
  • 50 hrs/week | $15.00/bi-weekly

Loader

Lowe's
03.2016 - 07.2016
  • - Loaded and unloaded deliveries, stocked shelves, and assisted customers
  • - Seasonal position; transitioned to full-time at Crutchfield
  • 30 hrs/week | $13.00/bi-weekly

Education

High School Diploma -

Central High School
Wise, VA
05.2015

Skills

  • - Heavy Equipment Operation (Excavators, Dozers, Loaders, Graders)
  • - Military & Civil Engineering
  • - Logistics Coordination & Supply Chain
  • - Project Planning & Crew Management
  • - Maintenance & Safety Compliance
  • - Microsoft Office Survey & Modeling Tools
  • - CDL Class A E-Rail Safe Contractor
  • - Briefings & Progress Reporting

Certification

  • - CDL Class A
  • - Virginia Mining Certification
  • - CPR & First Aid Certified
  • - E-Rail Safe Contractor
  • - U.S. Army Master Driver Certification

Languages

English - Fluent (Spoken, Written, Read)

Awards

Meritorious Service Medal

- Honored for outstanding service and leadership in a forward deployed environment under demanding operational conditions


Army Commendation Medal (2X)

– Awarded for exemplary leadership and outstanding performance during overseas construction missions


Army Achievement Medal (2x)

– Recognized for project leadership and operational excellence

Security Clearance

Active Security Clearance (details available upon request)

Timeline

Dump Train Operator

Loram Maintenance Of Way
08.2023 - Current

Heavy Equipment Operator

Next Endeavor Ventures
11.2022 - 06.2023

Team Leader (E-5 Sergeant)

U.S. Army
08.2021 - 07.2022

Heavy Equipment Operator

Greenway Services
10.2020 - 05.2021

Team Leader (E-4 Corporal)

U.S. Army
09.2018 - 10.2019

Customer Service Representative

Crutchfield
08.2016 - 05.2017

Loader

Lowe's
03.2016 - 07.2016

High School Diploma -

Central High School

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