Andrew'Nik Craig
Buffalo
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Aspire of Western New York
Buffalo
04.2025 - Current
- Used active listening and verbal communication to build rapport with individuals and facilitate team project coordination.
- Collaborated with families, healthcare professionals, fellow tradespeople, and site supervisors within team environments.
- Adjusted to fluctuating moods and needs of those supported while resolving technical problems on job sites.
- Applied interpersonal skills to ensure safe and accurate task completion.
Pre-Apprentice
Buffalo EOC
Buffalo
02.2026 - 03.2026
- Applied blueprint reading, construction math, and job-site layout fundamentals
- Operated hand and power tools safely across multiple trade applications
- Followed OSHA-aligned safety standards, hazard recognition, and PPE compliance
- Performed material handling, site preparation, and equipment staging
- Acquired foundational skills in carpentry, drywall, concrete, and masonry work
- Contributed to team-based projects under supervisor and foreman guidance
- Exhibited worksite professionalism through effective communication, reliability, and accountability for tasks
Teacher Assistant
The Summit Center
Buffalo
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Implemented Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and behavior intervention plans effectively.
- Collaborated with educators, parents, and support staff to improve student outcomes.
- Communicated student progress to stakeholders, addressing concerns to support student development.
- Maintained data tracking systems for student progress, enhancing ability to monitor performance metrics effectively.
- Utilized specialized crisis intervention techniques, including SCIP-R, to manage behavioral emergencies.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols and legal standards, fostering a secure educational environment.
- Completed extensive compliance paperwork to satisfy regulatory and contractual obligations.
- Adapted strategies to meet evolving student needs and changing job site conditions.
Direct Support Professional (DSP) III
The Arc Erie County New York
Buffalo
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Managed behavioral crises and identified safety hazards through independent decision-making to ensure safety and well-being.
- Strictly adhered to medication administration protocols and OSHA safety standards.
- Maintained clinical, behavioral, and operational logs alongside safety records to support quality control and compliance.
- Advocated for rights and independence of individuals supported, promoting fair wages and safer working conditions.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon Warehouse
Tonawanda
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Consistently lifted up to 50 lbs using proper ergonomic techniques.
- Trained in strict safety protocols to navigate environments with moving machinery.
- Identified and reported workplace hazards, contributing to safer working conditions.
- Operated Powered Industrial Trucks (PIT) with required formal certification.
- Utilized digital inventory systems to enhance accuracy in item tracking.
- Met production targets within strict timelines, supporting overall operational goals.
Crew Member
Wendy's Fast Food
Orchard Park
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Coordinated team efforts for seamless hand-offs during peak hours, enhancing service efficiency.
- Balanced multiple tasks in high-pressure situations, maintaining accuracy and speed of service.
- Mastered health and safety regulations to uphold quality standards and prevent contamination.
- Adapted to extreme temperatures in kitchens and industrial settings, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
Cheektowaga
02.2021 - 03.2022
- Executed efficient movement and management of physical assets, ensuring optimal availability in retail and industrial settings.
- Demonstrated endurance by walking 15,000–20,000 steps per shift while lifting heavy loads up to 60 lbs.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts, adhering to safety protocols and obtaining necessary certification's.
- Followed strict safety measures aligned with OSHA guidelines to prevent accidents during freight handling.
- Maintained operational precision by identifying product discrepancies and monitoring inventory levels accurately.
- Tracked inventory using handheld scanners and digital management tools, improving accuracy of stock levels.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate tasks, enhancing workflow efficiency in fast-paced environments.
- Adhered to Standard Operating Procedures ensuring organizational efficiency and safety compliance.
Education
High school diploma - Engineering
Hutchinson Central Technical High School
Buffalo, NY06.2021
Some College (No Degree) - Architecture
Erie Community College
Buffalo, NYSkills
- Drafting & Design
- Mechanical Engineering
- Technical Mathematics
- Regulatory Compliance
- Logistics & Material Handling
- Project Management
- Direct Support & Caregiving:
- Computer Proficiency
- Professional Communication
- Logical Thinking
- Operational Support
Certification
Drivers License- New York State
Additional Information
I focus on comfort and inner peace to help me stay calm, safe, and dependable on demanding Buffalo job sites. Humor supports crew morale, and my drive to contribute — shown through Hutch Tech training and hands-on work — aligns with the union mindset of doing solid work and backing my team.
Languages
- Spanish, Intermediate
- English, Expert
Timeline
Pre-Apprentice
Buffalo EOC
02.2026 - 03.2026
DSP (Direct Support Professional)
Aspire of Western New York
04.2025 - Current
Teacher Assistant
The Summit Center
08.2024 - 03.2025
Direct Support Professional (DSP) III
The Arc Erie County New York
02.2024 - 08.2024
Warehouse Associate
Amazon Warehouse
07.2023 - 03.2024
Crew Member
Wendy's Fast Food
03.2022 - 04.2023
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
02.2021 - 03.2022
High school diploma - Engineering
Hutchinson Central Technical High School
Some College (No Degree) - Architecture
Erie Community College