Adam Colton

Using an articulated milk tanker to make collections of raw milk from various farms around the north west.

Dealing with farmers and farm staff keeping them informed of delays and collection amounts.

Keeping management informed of any problems.

Collecting delivery and collection Information on a handheld pda.

Operate a computer controlled vacuum tanker.

• - Operated a heavy recovery vehicle for the retrieval of lorries, buses, and vans, either independently or in collaboration with a team.
• - Facilitated customer interactions to ensure efficient service during recovery operations.
• - Diagnosed faults and performed minor repairs as needed.
• - Executed quick thinking and problem-solving skills in dynamic situations to deliver effective solutions.
• Dealing with customers first hand reassuring that vehicle will be recovered safely and efficiently.
• Whilst not on recovery work carry out inspections, repairs and servicing.

• - Operated an ASV at a United Utilities site, traveling to designated locations as needed.
• - Conducted vehicle inspections prior to each driving assignment.
• - Received job directives from the site office and transported fresh water for the water network to multiple sites for loading and unloading.
• - Followed health and safety protocols while collaborating with other drivers, controllers, fillers, and UU staff.
• - Acquired knowledge of the fresh water network principles.

• Carrying out bulk/refrigerated transport throughout the UK and on occasions into Europe.
• Route planning and own time management essential to meet timed deliveries and driving hour and tachograph regulations.
• Keep up to date with industry standards and new legislation.
• Ensure vehicle and trailer is legally compliant.
• Also have done stints in the transport office and the workshop.
• Assisting with vehicle and trailer repairs and maintenance.

• Operating a heavy recovery vehicle.
• Recovering trucks, buses and coaches.
• Making temporary repairs and diagnostics.
• Carrying out repairs and service of various vehicles

• - Initiated role as a ride attendant, handling ticket and cash transactions while ensuring customers boarded rides safely and safety restraints were secured correctly.
• - Promoted to ride operator, performing daily ride inspections, completing necessary paperwork, and overseeing the safe operation of multiple rides.
• - Advanced to ride inspector, tasked with conducting thorough safety and mechanical/electrical checks on designated rides before transfer of control to ride operators; completed and approved safety documentation indicating ride status.
• - Contributed to the maintenance department during winter months, engaging in the construction and deconstruction of rides, as well as executing basic electrical and plumbing tasks.