Andrew Owen
Dowagiac
Summary
Hardworking General Laborer with dedicated work ethic and solid industry background. Knowledgeable with operations of heavy and light equipment to accomplish tasks. Reliable and works well in varying conditions.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator Foreman/Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Southeast Berrien County Landfill Authority
Buchanan
02.2024 - Current
- Supervised daily operations at a regional landfill facility.
- Coordinated waste management activities with team members.
- Ensured compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards.
- Operated heavy machinery for efficient waste disposal processes.
- Trained new employees on operational procedures and safety practices.
- Assisted in developing workflow schedules for operational efficiency.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues in heavy equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Performed routine maintenance on construction machinery to extend equipment life.
- Repaired hydraulic systems on excavators and bulldozers for smooth operation.
- Assisted in troubleshooting electrical problems in heavy machinery components.
- Maintained accurate records of repairs and service performed on equipment.
- Adhered to safety protocols while working in high-risk environments with heavy machinery.
- Repaired engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, brakes, and other components of heavy machinery.
- Performed routine preventative maintenance on heavy equipment including oil changes, lubrication of parts, and engine tune-ups.
- Replaced worn out parts such as hoses, belts, bearings and seals.
- Maintained and repaired heavy equipment such as bulldozers, cranes, graders, excavators, and loaders.
Cage wash technician
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- cleaned and sanitized animal caging. Filling the bedding machines, loading and operating autoclaves.
- Worked in an environment that needed to be sterile and clean at all times.
- Inspected items before and after washing for cleanliness and quality assurance.
- Loaded and unloaded items from washers efficiently to optimize workflow.
- Followed all safety protocols while handling chemicals and cleaning agents.
88M Motor Transport Operator
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Riley North
02.2019 - 06.2022
- Provided support for convoy security operations when necessary.
- Provided security for convoys as a member of a convoy security team.
- Collaborated with convoy security teams to ensure safe passage through areas of high risk or potential danger.
- Led a team in convoy security operations, ensuring safety and security of personnel and equipment.
- Performed convoy security operations and other battlefield maneuvers.
- Operated military vehicles in various environments to ensure mission readiness.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on transport equipment to guarantee safety standards.
- Managed cargo loading and unloading procedures for efficient transportation operations.
- Coordinated vehicle convoy movements during training exercises and missions.
- Assisted in training new operators on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Provided support to convoy operations by driving trucks loaded with ammunition, fuel, water, and other necessary items.
- Adhered to standard operating procedures while transporting hazardous materials safely and securely.
- Utilized navigation systems to plan routes for transport missions.
- Maintained up-to-date records of vehicle maintenance and repair logs.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo in accordance with safety regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dowagiac Union High School
Dowagiac, MI06-2018
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Heavy machinery operation
- Safety compliance
- Team coordination
- Cargo management
- Preventative maintenance
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Record keeping
- Environmental awareness
- Heavy machinery
- Heavy lifting
- Inspections and reviews
- Mechanical understanding
- Machine operation
Timeline
Operator Foreman/Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Southeast Berrien County Landfill Authority
02.2024 - Current
Cage wash technician
University of Notre Dame
12.2022 - 06.2023
88M Motor Transport Operator
U.S. Army Active Duty
02.2019 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Dowagiac Union High School