Travis Munson
Council
Summary
Dedicated operator with extensive experience in heavy equipment operation. Known for strong safety compliance and regulatory adherence, with a track record of improving team collaboration and operational processes to drive project success.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Equipment Operator
Valley County Road and Bridge
Cascade, ID
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure safety and functionality.
- Assisted in the setup and teardown of job sites, including work zone traffic control devices and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within designated timelines.
- Grading roads, smoothing potholes and washboards, and maintaining poper slope for draining.
- Plowing snow
Lead Operator
Western Refinery Services
Bellingham, WA
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure safety compliance and efficient workflow.
- Trained and mentored junior operators on equipment handling and best practices.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced downtime.
- Conducted regular equipment inspections to maintain optimal performance standards.
- Underground utility installation, to final prep for curb and gutter, and asphalt
- TWIC clearances work in refineries and fuel storage/distribution facilities and pump/lift stations from Salt Lake to Northern Washington
Operator/Herbicide Applicator
Canyon Highway District #4
Caldwell, ID
01.2014 - 03.2021
- Operated machinery and equipment to ensure efficient production processes.
- Monitored production quality and adhered to safety standards consistently.
- Trained new operators on standard operating procedures and equipment usage.
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Mag/Salt applications for winter maintenance
- Plow snow
- Lead for inmate and alternative sentencing jobs within the highway district
Operator/Herbicide Foreman/Safety Supervisor
Nampa & Meridian Irrigation
Nampa, ID
03.2007 - 01.2014
- Operated and maintained irrigation systems to ensure efficient water distribution.
- Monitored system performance, identifying and resolving issues proactively.
- Conducted routine inspections, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline irrigation processes and improve workflow efficiency.
Education
History/ Education
Southwestern Oregon Community College
Coos Bay, ORSkills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Regulatory compliance
- GPS navigation systems
- Construction quality standards
- Safety compliance
Certification
- LHTAC Road Scholar
- LHTAC Road Master
- 10 hour OSHA
- 30 Hour OSHA
- Safety Management Track (22hrs)
- Competent Person Training
- PREA Training
- Workers Compensation Training
- TWIC Clearence
Timeline
Equipment Operator
Valley County Road and Bridge
01.2025 - Current
Lead Operator
Western Refinery Services
07.2023 - 01.2025
Operator/Herbicide Applicator
Canyon Highway District #4
01.2014 - 03.2021
Operator/Herbicide Foreman/Safety Supervisor
Nampa & Meridian Irrigation
03.2007 - 01.2014
History/ Education
Southwestern Oregon Community College