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Derek Evans

South Salt Lake City,UT

Summary

Experienced Frontrunner Engineer with a strong background in the rail industry. With over 3 years of experience in this field, have also acquired valuable skills in accounting/payroll, retail, training, & extracurricular activities over the past decade. Motivated and detail-oriented team player, eager to leverage leadership abilities, knowledge, and work experience as a Commuter Rail Personnel Supervisor at UTA FrontRunner. Committed to contributing to FrontRunner's future goals and success while ensuring the smooth operation of the commuter rail system.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Frontrunner Operator

Utah Transit Authority
03.2023 - Current
  • Completed UTA Operator/Engineer/Conductor training 6/6/23
  • Currently hold an UTA Engineers License
  • Understands GCOR rules, FrontRunner SSI, & operating procedures
  • Familiar with FrontRunner track & territory, as well yard & main line operations.

Payroll Specialist

Sizzling Platter, LLC
10.2015 - 03.2023
  • Processed Child Support & Garnishment deductions from hundreds of employees and payments to dozens of garnishers & state agencies
  • Processed payroll for all Manager in Training candidates
  • Oversaw New Hire Import & Audited daily to ensure all new hires are onboarded with correct information
  • Collaborated with HR team and outside partners on projects to update & maintain onboarding compliance as well as streamline the process for applicants & management.
  • Worked with payroll team & processed bi-weekly payroll for over 10,000 employees on time.
  • Assisted 400+ stores with day-to-day payroll inquiries, scheduling, & troubleshooting.
  • Coordinated with training team & operations to train new & existing store managers on new payroll/onboarding computer systems and procedures
  • Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
  • Trained a dozen+ colleagues on payroll processes, procedures, and software.

Education

Undergrad - Undeclared

University of Utah
Salt Lake City

High School Diploma -

Juab High School
Nephi, UT
05-2013

Skills

  • Office Suite & general computer proficiency
  • Teamwork, collaboration, & communication
  • Eagle Scout
  • Technical expertise
  • Problem-solving, decision making, & flexible to rapidly changing environments
  • Retail & Customer Service
  • Safety conscious
  • Attention to detail & self motivated
  • Quickly learn new skills & tasks
  • Conflict de-escalation & resolution

Activities And Miscellaneous

  • Volunteer in train service at the Nevada Northern railway museum, 01/01/20, Current, Started as a Student Brakeman and advanced through their volunteer training program and was a Student Diesel Engineer prior to beginning work at UTA. In addition to operating excursion trains, the train service staff were crucial ambassadors to the museum guests.
  • City leader & team captain for the local chapter of a non-profit flag football league, Nearly 6 years, Head the local board that controls the league. Coordinated with local sponsors, city/county agencies, and the national league board to support a local league as well as travel teams to multiple tournaments every year. Organized our team, supported our players, & assisted in their development.

Skills And Awards

  • Office Suite proficiency
  • Teamwork & communication
  • Eagle Scout
  • Technical expertise
  • Problem-solving
  • Retail & Customer Service
  • Safety conscious
  • Attention to detail
  • Conflict de-escalation

Timeline

Frontrunner Operator

Utah Transit Authority
03.2023 - Current

Payroll Specialist

Sizzling Platter, LLC
10.2015 - 03.2023

Undergrad - Undeclared

University of Utah

High School Diploma -

Juab High School

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