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 Columbia06-1999
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