Alex Drost
Rice Lake
Summary
Dynamic Operator Specialist with a proven track record at Jeff Antczak Trucking, excelling in machine operation and problem-solving. Enhanced operational efficiency through proactive inspections and training initiatives, significantly reducing downtime. Recognized for attention to detail and effective multitasking, driving productivity improvements in high-pressure environments.
Professional operator with extensive experience in complex machinery operations and maintenance. Proven ability to optimize workflows and promote safe working environment. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic settings, proficient in problem-solving and technical troubleshooting.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator Specialist
Jeff Antczak Trucking
Rice Lake, WI
08.2021 - Current
- Operated and maintained equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency.
- Monitored daily operations, identifying areas for improvement to increase productivity.
- Assisted in training new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery, addressing issues proactively to minimize downtime.
Self Employed
Alex Drost
Rice Lake, WI
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Assisted in site preparation, including excavation and formwork setup for various projects.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain safety standards and protocols on job sites.
- Monitored concrete setting processes to ensure optimal curing conditions were met.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
Truck Mechanic/Maintenance Crew Member
Independent Sanitation and Recycling
Rice Lake, WI
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and performed repairs on sanitation vehicles.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks to ensure optimal vehicle performance.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes and minimize downtime.
- Evaluated parts inventory to maintain sufficient stock for efficient repairs.
- Performed routine oil changes, tire rotations, brake replacements as part of regular truck maintenance schedules; preventing costly damage or accidents due to wear-and-tear over time.
Logger
Alex Drost
Rice Lake, WI
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Operated chainsaws and other logging equipment to efficiently harvest timber.
- Coordinated with crew members to optimize timber cutting strategies and workflow processes.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on logging machinery to prevent breakdowns and delays.
- Implemented best practices for environmental sustainability in logging operations, minimizing impact on ecosystems.
Crusher Foreman/Operator
Antczak Aggregate
Rice Lake, WI
03.2019 - 12.2019
- Supervised daily operations of crushing equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
- Coordinated maintenance schedules and repairs for crushers, minimizing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Trained new team members on safety protocols and equipment handling procedures, fostering a culture of safety awareness.
- Implemented process improvements that increased production output while maintaining quality standards.
Foreman/Operator
Bulldozin Inc
Rice Lake, WI
10.2006 - 11.2018
- Supervised daily site operations, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.
- Coordinated equipment usage and maintenance schedules to optimize project efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Trained and mentored junior crew members on best practices in construction techniques and safety protocols.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced workflow efficiency and minimized material waste on-site.
Education
No Degree -
Midwest Horse Shoeing School
Macomb, IL01-2003
High School Diploma -
Rice Lake High
Rice Lake, WI06-2002
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Hand and power tools
- Attention to detail
- Efficient multitasking
- Loading and unloading
- Inspections and reviews
- Machine operation
- Heavy lifting
Timeline
Operator Specialist
Jeff Antczak Trucking
08.2021 - Current
Self Employed
Alex Drost
03.2021 - 08.2021
Truck Mechanic/Maintenance Crew Member
Independent Sanitation and Recycling
03.2020 - 03.2021
Logger
Alex Drost
12.2019 - 03.2020
Crusher Foreman/Operator
Antczak Aggregate
03.2019 - 12.2019
Foreman/Operator
Bulldozin Inc
10.2006 - 11.2018
No Degree -
Midwest Horse Shoeing School
High School Diploma -
Rice Lake High