Nathan Armstrong
St. Stephen,NB
Summary
Yard operations professional with strong background in maintaining safe and efficient workspaces. Proven track record of supporting team initiatives and adapting to changing demands. Reliable in machinery operation and effective in communication, ensuring high standards and consistent results.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Rail Yard Labourer
Blastech (TF Warren Group)
Brantford, ON
07.2016 - 06.2025
- Ensured safety compliance through strict adherence to company policies and OSHA regulations.
- Worked outdoors every day in all types of weather
- Assisted in training new employees on yard operations, safety protocols, and equipment usage, fostering skill development.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness in the yard, promoting a safe working area for all employees.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through proactive communication, teamwork and problem solving.
- Enhanced yard efficiency by implementing effective organization and space management techniques.
- Reduced equipment downtime by performing regular inspections and timely maintenance.
- Minimized accidents on-site by conducting thorough hazard assessments and implementing corrective measures.
- Boosted productivity by effectively operating heavy machinery, including forklifts, cranes, and loaders.
- Managed time-sensitive projects within the yard successfully by prioritizing tasks effectively based on deadlines.
- Implemented waste reduction initiatives in the yard, contributing to environmental sustainability efforts within the company.
- Maintained a high level of customer service when interacting with clients visiting the yard for pickups or deliveries.
- Optimized space utilization within the yard by strategically relocating materials based on priority needs.
- Operated yard truck to move empty and loaded trailers safely throughout yard.
- Informed supervisor and shipping lead about shipping concerns to avoid backups.
- Unloaded and stacked steel plate with lifting devices.
- Conducted shipping functions to perform accurate loading from production lines.
- Loaded trailers to support government regulations for volume, weight and transportation safety.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
Net Shop Worker
GMG Cooke Aquaculture
St. George, NB
01.2009 - 11.2014
- Repaired fishing nets for use all over the world.
- Member of the quality control team.
- Prepared necessary documentation pertaining to the work completed.
- Operated the forklift.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment
- Assisted in training new employees
- Followed safety policies and procedures
Education
Plumber 306A Certificate Program
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton11.2015
South Lincoln High School
Smithville, ON1997
Skills
- Hazardous materials handling
- Safe driving practices
- Loading and unloading
- Heavy equipment operation
- Yard switching
- Problem-solving
- Ability to work as part of a team while maintaining excellent communication
- Time management
- First aid and CPR
- Trailer transport
- Multitasking while maintaining attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
Timeline
Rail Yard Labourer
Blastech (TF Warren Group)
07.2016 - 06.2025
Net Shop Worker
GMG Cooke Aquaculture
01.2009 - 11.2014
Plumber 306A Certificate Program
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
South Lincoln High School