Amar Gurm
Safety-focused Equipment Operator
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About
Safety-focused Equipment Operator with over four years of experience in industrial transloading, material handling, yard operations, and rail logistics. Experienced operating John Deere 744K wheel loaders and other loader models with both steering-wheel and joystick controls. Skilled in grapple fork operations, loading unloading steel tube bundles or pipe bundles, bulk material handling, snow removal, container de-stuffing, liquid transloading, semi-trailer shunting, and rail operations support.
Recognized for maintaining safe work practices, conducting thorough equipment inspections, and operating efficiently in fast-paced industrial environments.
Experience
Equipment Operator / Transload Operator - Kleysen Group Ltd. - Edmonton, AB
(2022-01 - 2026-03)
- Operate John Deere 744K wheel loaders and other loader models for daily material handling and transloading operations.
- Utilize grapple fork attachments and various bucket configurations to load, unload, sort, and move materials safely and efficiently.
- Operate various forklifts as counterbalance or warehouse from hyster or toyota to heavy lift such as Taylor or Hyundai
- Perform container de-stuffing operations involving a variety of freight and commodities.
- Conduct liquid transloading operations while adhering to company, environmental, and safety procedures.
- Perform yard shunting of semi-trailers and Super B combinations within industrial facilities.
- Safely maneuver, align, and position trailers in loading, unloading, and storage areas.
- Assist with rail operations, including throwing track switches and providing ground support for Rail King movements.
- Coordinate with operators, drivers, and rail personnel to maintain safe and efficient operations.
- Complete daily pre-operational inspections and report maintenance requirements.
- Maintain compliance with workplace safety standards, procedures, and operational guidelines.
- Assist with yard organization, inventory movement, housekeeping, and general site operations.
Education
Advanced Diploma - Hospitality – Hotels and Management - Fanshawe College (2016-01 - 2017-04)
