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Nick Penner

Kamloops ,BC

Summary

Deadline-driven Heavy Equipment Operator and Train Conductor familiar with safety regulations, operations management, and heavy equipment operation. Expert in maintenance and day-to-day upkeep of loaders, excavators, dump trucks, and trains. Strong focus on communication, crew coordination, and site safety compliance.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Train Conductor

CN
04.2024 - Current
  • Ensured compliance with all train orders, signals, railroad rules, and safety regulations to guarantee smooth operations.
  • Coordinated with crew members to relay instructions regarding the movement and placement of railcars.
  • Assembled and dismantled trains in the rail yard, managing railcar pick-ups and drop-offs en route.
  • Operated track switches to redirect locomotives and railcars as needed.
  • Performed thorough train and equipment inspections to maintain safety standards.
  • Effectively responded to emergencies and made decisions in unfamiliar locations.
  • Communicated regularly with Rail Traffic Control, train crews, and other departments via radio.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Kiss Energy
07.2022 - 03.2024
  • Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning parts.
  • Performed pre-shift and post-shift inspections, maintaining accurate equipment logs and reports.
  • Loaded and unloaded rig materials as required, adhering to site-specific instructions.
  • Performed preventive maintenance to extend equipment life and reduce downtime.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Hoes N' More Rental Ltd
04.2018 - 06.2022
  • Operated excavators,longstick, skidsteers and loaders in gravel pit and landscaping
  • Conducted inspections and maintained equipment logs to ensure compliance with operational standards.
  • Assisted team members with gravel screening and truck loading operations.
  • Consistently met site demands through careful operation and collaboration.

Laborer

Sigfusson Northern Ltd
01.2016 - 03.2018
  • Loaded and unloaded materials, supplying team members with tools and equipment.
  • Operated heavy machinery to complete tasks efficiently.
  • Identified and reported site hazards to prevent accidents and ensure team safety.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to meet project requirements.

Education

High School Diploma -

MacGregor Collegiate,
Winnipeg, MB
11-2011

Skills

  • Safe Equipment Operation
  • Repair and Maintenance
  • Team Collaboration
  • Materials Movement
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Train Operation & Crew Coordination
  • Machinery Inspection
  • Equipment Logs
  • Signal Interpretation
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Heavy Lifting

Languages

English
Professional Working

Additional Information

Dan Henry (204) 526-5070

Dlyan manastyr (204) 595-8916

Scoot mangin 204 745 0320

Timeline

Certified Train Conductor

CN
04.2024 - Current

Heavy Equipment Operator

Kiss Energy
07.2022 - 03.2024

Heavy Equipment Operator

Hoes N' More Rental Ltd
04.2018 - 06.2022

Laborer

Sigfusson Northern Ltd
01.2016 - 03.2018

High School Diploma -

MacGregor Collegiate,
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