Andrew Downes
Casper,WY
Summary
Hard-working, motivated individual experienced in the field and ready to make the workplace a safer space. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and reliable in completing quality work while exceeding expectations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Floor Hand/Relief Operator
Continental Field Services
Casper, WY
05.2015 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with safety regulations, and reducing accidents.
- Assisted in training new employees and sharing knowledge of company procedures.
- Demonstrated versatility by quickly learning new tasks as required, and increasing value within our rig crew.
- Used hand tools skillfully to complete tasks accurately and efficiently, minimizing material waste and rework.
- Performed routine equipment maintenance, resulting in fewer breakdowns and increased operational efficiency.
- Fostered a positive working environment by consistently demonstrating professionalism, respect, and collaboration with team members.
- Consistently met or exceeded daily production quotas through a diligent work ethic and attention to detail.
Wildland Firefighter
State of Wyoming
Riverton, Wyoming
09.2012 - 03.2014
- Cut and cleared brush, and dug trenches to create fire lines using axes, chainsaws, and shovels.
- Patrolled burned areas after fires to locate and eliminate hot spots that could flare up or rekindle.
- Enhanced wildfire containment by coordinating and executing strategic fire-line construction.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism while interacting with the public during prescribed burns, or emergency situations.
Heavy Equipment Operator
GK Construction
Greybull, Wyoming
09.2007 - 06.2008
- Operated a range of heavy equipment on a regular basis, with advanced skill.
- Performed through prep-shift and post-shift inspections, and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Played a key role in successful project completions by maintaining open lines of communication with supervisors and team members, ensuring timely adjustments to work strategies when needed.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective teamwork, communication, and adherence to safety protocols.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements, or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Douglas High School
Douglas, WY05-2001
Skills
- Dependable and hardworking
- First Aid Certification
- Safety Management
- Proactive equipment use
- Equipment repair and maintenance
- Forklift operation
- Heavy machinery operation
Certification
- H2S Certfied
- CPR/First Aid
- Forklift
Timeline
Floor Hand/Relief Operator
Continental Field Services
05.2015 - Current
Wildland Firefighter
State of Wyoming
09.2012 - 03.2014
Heavy Equipment Operator
GK Construction
09.2007 - 06.2008
High School Diploma -
Douglas High School