Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
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Andrew Farrell

832 Cherry St Lansdale,PA

Summary

Experienced professional in public works services with a strong work ethic and team-oriented mindset, bringing 15 years of valuable industry expertise. Excited to leverage skills and knowledge to contribute to the growth and success of the township. Skilled in vehicle repair and maintenance, adept at diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality and safety. Known for reliability and adaptability, with a collaborative approach that enhances team performance.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Highway Operator

Ambler Borough Public Works
01.2020 - Current
  • Assist with managing the plowing and treating of roads during winter weather events
  • Performs street maintenance and repair; fills potholes with cold patch; prepares road base; resurfaces streets with asphalt; rakes stone and asphalt; rebuilds curbs, manhole covers, and storm water inlets with concrete
  • Clears debris from storm sewer inlets and creeks; removes debris from road shoulder.
  • Respond during emergencies, including inclement weather and natural disasters.
  • Respond to water emergency

Head Security Officer/ Assistant Manager

Hidden Gem
04.2023 - 05.2025
  • Collaborated with law enforcement
  • Investigated incidents thoroughly
  • Led team of security officers to ensure constant safety and security.
  • Directed workflow and processes in back-of-house areas.

Laborer II

Phoenixville Borough Public Works
01.2018 - 01.2020
  • Safely operated Borough-owned vehicles, such as pick-up trucks, backhoe, street sweeper, dump trucks, salt spreaders, snow plows, etc. as required
  • Road repair including cold patch, replacement of storm drains and inlets; as well as assist with water main breaks.
  • Familiarity with various power tools and equipment such as; jack hammer, chain saw, grass/weed trimmer, lawn mower, etc.
  • Perform general landscape upkeep, mow grass on a number of municipal properties, cut dead or diseased trees, remove stumps, trim tree branches and remove debris from roadways.
  • Consistently assumed responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.

Weekend Manager

Starbrite Express Lube & Automotive Repair
01.2015 - 01.2020
  • Monitored technicians' daily productivity and corresponding payroll records.
  • Utilized in-depth automotive repair knowledge with exceptional people skills to manage and set the example for superior member/customer relationships.
  • Responsible for assigning and designating job duties to staff according to their performance and history.
  • Ensured that all customers are greeted promptly and given fair estimates on costs and time required for repairs and maintenance.
  • Performed minor repair and maintenance on customer vehicles

Operator

Norristown Borough Public Works
01.2010 - 01.2018
  • Operate special automotive equipment in a safe and effective manner according to policies and procedures. (ex: Vacuum truck, street sweeper, and plow trucks, as well as all Class B vehicles)
  • Understand and perform operator preventative maintenance including cleaning.
  • Operate hand and power tools; jack hammer, chain saw, grass/weed trimmer, lawn mower, etc.
  • Perform general landscape maintenance, mow grass on medians, parkways and other municipal property, cut dead or diseased trees, remove stumps, trim tree branches and remove debris from roadways.

Education

Electrical Construction

North Montco Technical Career Center

Auto Collision Program

Miami Valley Career Technology Center
Dayton, OH

High School

Wayne High School
Huber Heights, OH

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Troubleshooting
  • Equipment operation
  • Efficient multitasking
  • Effective communication

Certification

  • Class B CDL Pennsylvania Driver’s License
  • Basic Vehicle Rescue Technician Certification
  • Fire Fighter I
  • Fire Officer I
  • Fire Service Instructor I Certification
  • Pennsylvania Emergency Management Coordinator (PEMA) Certification
  • Water distribution license class e

Timeline

Head Security Officer/ Assistant Manager

Hidden Gem
04.2023 - 05.2025

Highway Operator

Ambler Borough Public Works
01.2020 - Current

Laborer II

Phoenixville Borough Public Works
01.2018 - 01.2020

Weekend Manager

Starbrite Express Lube & Automotive Repair
01.2015 - 01.2020

Operator

Norristown Borough Public Works
01.2010 - 01.2018

Electrical Construction

North Montco Technical Career Center

Auto Collision Program

Miami Valley Career Technology Center

High School

Wayne High School
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