Raymond "Keith" Barwell
1132 Grantham DR/NW
Summary
Detail-oriented truck driver with a proven record in safe driving practices and hazardous materials handling. Committed to maintaining safety regulations and delivering materials efficiently.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver/ Laborer
Edmonton Railway Contracting
50 Liberty DR Sherwood Park AB
06.2025 - Current
- Operated trucks for material delivery, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and protocols.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials efficiently, maintaining organization and site cleanliness.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Assisted in navigating routes effectively, optimizing travel time and fuel efficiency.
- Supported equipment maintenance by reporting mechanical issues promptly to supervisors.
- Maintained accurate logs of hours driven, materials transported, and incidents encountered.
- Kept vehicles clean inside out, presenting a professional image to customers at all times.
- Performed daily vehicle inspections for maintaining safety, minimizing breakdowns, and preventing costly repairs.
Track Maintainer/ Truck Driver
Canadian National Railway
Edmonton, AB
07.1979 - 06.2025
- Inspected and maintained track integrity to ensure safe train operations.
- Operated specialized equipment for track repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to execute scheduled maintenance activities efficiently.
- Identified potential hazards and implemented corrective measures to enhance safety protocols.
- Documented maintenance activities and performed routine inspections for compliance purposes.
- Trained new employees on safety procedures and operational best practices in track maintenance.
- Led projects aimed at improving track performance and reducing downtime through proactive measures.
- Improved track safety by conducting regular inspections and identifying maintenance needs.
- Adhered to all company policies and federal regulations governing railroad track maintenance for consistent service quality across the network.
- Reduced derailment risks with diligent inspection and repair of track defects such as broken rails, uneven surfaces, and compromised ties.
- Developed strong relationships with colleagues from diverse backgrounds, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration and teamwork.
- Assisted in training new hires, sharing expert knowledge and best practices to ensure a skilled and knowledgeable workforce.
- Enhanced rail infrastructure longevity through timely replacement of worn tracks and components.
- Stayed current on best practices in the industry through continuing education courses, workshops, and conferences.
- Read and interpreted circuit prints, blueprints, schematics and drawings to efficiently complete job tasks and projects.
Education
General Studies
M.A.C.C High School
Alix, AB06-1981
Skills
- Professionalism and work ethic
- Physical stamina and endurance
- Hazardous materials handling
- Emergency response readiness
- Safe driving practices
- Defensive driving techniques
- Load securing proficiency
- Logbook maintenance
- Heavy lifting capacity
- Route planning expertise
- Equipment inspection
- Vehicle maintenance
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- H2S Alive Training - [Timeframe]
- Class 3 Licensed with air endorment [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Truck Driver/ Laborer
Edmonton Railway Contracting
06.2025 - Current
Track Maintainer/ Truck Driver
Canadian National Railway
07.1979 - 06.2025
General Studies
M.A.C.C High School