Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
References
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Andrew Cruden

Vancouver,WA

Summary

Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation and business needs. Hardworking General Laborer with dedicated work ethic in trucking industry. Knowledgeable with operations of heavy and light equipment to accomplish tasks. Lifts and carries objects over 50 pounds, reliable and works well in varying conditions.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Coowner/Founder

Twisted Escape Rooms
Vancouver, Washington
12.2022 - Current
  • Developed and implemented marketing strategies to promote the escape room business.
  • Created and enforced safety policies for customers and employees in the escape room facility.
  • Maintained detailed records of sales, revenue, attendance and other operational metrics.
  • Ensured compliance with local laws regarding health and safety regulations as well as fire codes.
  • Managed inventory of supplies, equipment, furniture, decorations and other materials needed for successful operations.

Coowner/Founder

Twisted Kilt Trucking
West Haven, Utah
08.2020 - Current
  • Delivered goods in an efficient and timely manner according to customer specifications.
  • Coordinated with dispatch personnel to plan routes and delivery schedules.
  • Adhered to all applicable federal, state, and local regulations regarding commercial driving operations.
  • Utilized pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload materials off trucks.

Track Laborer

Western Region Railroads
Medford, OR
08.2018 - 04.2020
  • Assisted in the construction and maintenance of railroad track, including laying and securing ties, lining up track panels, and tamping ballast.
  • Assisted in the installation of new rails and other components along railroad tracks.
  • Loaded supplies onto trucks for delivery to various sites along the railway line.
  • Completed maintenance and repairs on tracks and adjacent equipment.

Machine Operator

Allied Track Services & Caribou Central Railway
British Columbia, Alberta
01.2011 - 01.2015
  • Identified potential issues or risks that could impact the successful completion of projects.
  • Resolved any problems encountered during the course of construction work.
  • Ensured safety protocols were being followed at all times by employees and subcontractors on site.
  • Troubleshoot malfunctions in equipment or processes.
  • Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication.

Special Equipment Operator

Canadian Pacific Railway
British Columbia, Saskatchewan
01.2002 - 01.2011
  • Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as spikers, bulldozers, speed swings, pluggers and cranes to move earth and materials.
  • Conducted pre-operation checklists on all assigned machines prior to use each day.
  • Monitored operation of equipment to ensure proper functioning in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Repaired minor malfunctions in the field by making adjustments and replacing parts as needed.

Education

High School Diploma -

Nakusp Secondary School
Nakusp, British Columbia
06-1999

Skills

  • Implementing policies and guidelines
  • Communication
  • Safety compliance
  • Heavy Machinery
  • Excels in production setting
  • Marketing expertise
  • Workforce Management
  • Business Development

Certification

  • Crane Safety
  • H2S Alive
  • TDG
  • First Aid
  • WHMIS
  • CROR Rules Track Safety Operating
  • Erail Safety CN Rail
  • CP Rail

Languages

French
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Coowner/Founder

Twisted Escape Rooms
12.2022 - Current

Coowner/Founder

Twisted Kilt Trucking
08.2020 - Current

Track Laborer

Western Region Railroads
08.2018 - 04.2020

Machine Operator

Allied Track Services & Caribou Central Railway
01.2011 - 01.2015

Special Equipment Operator

Canadian Pacific Railway
01.2002 - 01.2011

High School Diploma -

Nakusp Secondary School
Andrew Cruden