Brad Macarhur
Saint John,NB
Summary
Resilient Longshoreman known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in cargo handling, safety compliance, and equipment operation. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability to rapidly changing environments. Bring strong problem-solving skills to ensure smooth port operations.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Longshoreman
Ila local 273
Saint John, NB
03.2022 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded cargo from ships using a variety of equipment, including cranes and forklifts.
- Secured cargo with lashing materials to prevent shifting during transport.
- Operated winches, hoists, and other lifting devices to move freight around the dock area.
- Conducted safety checks on all machinery before use.
- Ensured compliance with customs regulations when dealing with international shipments.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure efficient operations within the port facility.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
Journeyman Carman
NB Southern Railway
Saint John, NB
02.2003 - 03.2021
- Installed new equipment into existing railroad cars such as couplers, draft gears and airbrake systems.
- Tested newly installed components for proper operation before returning them to service.
- Recorded detailed notes regarding repairs performed in order to maintain accurate records of maintenance activities.
- Participated in training sessions designed to keep employees current with the latest industry standards and regulations.
- Tested air brakes using single car testers and reported concerns to supervisor for immediate attention.
- Performed repairs on railcars and maintained rail yard to keep appearances and functionality.
- Assisted in the installation of new components on locomotives such as air hoses, electrical wiring, piping.
- Performed inspections of railroad cars for defects prior to departure from rail yards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Saint John High School
Saint John, NB06-1998
Skills
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Cargo offloading
- Physical Strength
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- First-aid and CPR
- Ship loading
- Freight inspection
- Fabrication techniques
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- MIG welding
- Pipe welding
- Torch operation
Welder
- F3-F4 welding tickets
Timeline
Longshoreman
Ila local 273
03.2022 - Current
Journeyman Carman
NB Southern Railway
02.2003 - 03.2021
High School Diploma -
Saint John High School