City Laborer
CUNY, John Jay College Facilities Management
New York, New York
12.1993 - Current
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trucks, or other vehicles using a forklift.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and product locations in the warehouse.
- Operated various power tools such as drills and saws safely while following manufacturer's instructions.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Transported heavy items from one location to another using hand trucks or carts.
- Stacked and arranged products on pallets according to size and weight requirements.
- Unloaded freight from containers and organized them for storage in designated areas.
- Performed regular checks of equipment for proper operation and safety compliance.
- Followed all safety procedures when handling hazardous materials in the laboratory setting.
- Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
- Prepared surfaces prior to painting by sanding, scraping, patching holes, and filling cracks with putty or plaster.
- Installed insulation into walls using blow guns or similar tools while adhering to safety guidelines.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Assembled scaffolding around construction sites for use by laborers during high-rise building projects.