Overview
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Andre Sheppard

Grand Rapids,MI

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Truck Driver Laborer

Lacks Industries
4365 52nd St SE, Kentwood, MI 49512
11.2014 - Current
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
  • Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
  • Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
  • Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
  • Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitchpins.
  • Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.

General Labor Worker

Steelcase
4370, 4380 52nd St SE, Kentwood, MI 49512
03.2010 - 11.2014
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Maintained work areas by cleaning and straightening for maximum productivity and safety.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Adhered to company policies, safety procedures, and performance standards.

Ride Supervisor

Cedar Fair
05.2007 - 10.2008
  • Monitored passengers and ride operations and enforced safety regulations.
  • Followed safety procedures for operating and loading and unloading passengers from amusement park rides.
  • Operated variety of amusement park rides and monitored passenger safety and comfort.
  • Resolved guest issues by identifying source of complaint and formulating corrective action with supervisor.
  • Conducted daily inspections of amusement park rides to verify functionality and safety.
  • Inspected and maintained amusement park ride equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Trained new ride operators on safety procedures and ride operations.
  • Demonstrated proper use of safety harnesses and other safety equipment.
  • Fostered communication between ride operators and other amusement park personnel to support operations.
  • Cleaned rides and attractions to reduce spread of germs and bacteria.
  • Operated rides and attractions according to written guidelines to reduce injuries.
  • Followed posted height and age restrictions and denied access to attraction for guests under minimum requirements.
  • Latched safety gate after guests entered and exited to avoid unauthorized access to attraction area.
  • Assigned schedules and specific tasks to workers for optimal coverage.
  • Empowered workers to independently handle common issues and maintain strict safety standards.
  • Monitored workers for performance, professionalism and service quality.
  • Trained workers in service policies, safety requirements and specifics of activities.
  • Helped staff customize plans for specific groups based on age or ability level.
  • Enhanced customer service based on feedback from guests.
  • Facilitated hiring, training and evaluation of staff.
  • Prepared for special groups and VIP customers by implementing personalized plans with staff.

Amusement Ride Operator

Cedar Fair
04.2004 - 10.2008
  • Cleaned rides and attractions to reduce spread of germs and bacteria.
  • Monitored passengers and ride operations and enforced safety regulations.
  • Followed safety procedures for operating and loading and unloading passengers from amusement park rides.
  • Followed posted height and age restrictions and denied access to attraction for guests under minimum requirements.
  • Inspected and maintained amusement park ride equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Operated variety of amusement park rides and monitored passenger safety and comfort.
  • Engaged safety devices and monitored attraction during operation to reduce safety risks.
  • Resolved guest issues by identifying source of complaint and formulating corrective action with supervisor.
  • Trained new ride operators on safety procedures and ride operations.
  • Conducted daily inspections of amusement park rides to verify functionality and safety.
  • Operated rides and attractions according to written guidelines to reduce injuries.
  • Demonstrated proper use of safety harnesses and other safety equipment.
  • Latched safety gate after guests entered and exited to avoid unauthorized access to attraction area.
  • Fostered communication between ride operators and other amusement park personnel to support operations.

Education

Associate In Electronics Engineering Technology -

DeVry University
Downers Grove, IL

Skills

  • Conduit Running
  • Truck Inspections
  • Outstanding Customer Service Skills
  • Maintenance Requirements
  • Equipment Assembly
  • Sorting Materials
  • Boom Operation
  • Safe Driving Techniques
  • Defensive Driving
  • Routine Maintenance
  • DOT Requirements
  • Machine Operations
  • Belt Conveyors
  • Heavy Labor
  • Federal Regulations
  • Basic Tools
  • Preventative Care
  • Securing Loads
  • Label Creation
  • Testing Devices
  • Order Picking and Processing
  • Logistics and Supply Chain Support
  • Corrective Actions
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Basic Math Skills
  • Technical Documentation
  • Team Goals
  • Electrical Installations
  • Drive Vehicles
  • High-Lift Trucks
  • Standard Transmission
  • Order Adjustments
  • Load Inspection
  • Ability to Lift 50 Pounds
  • Class a Licensed
  • Delivery Verification
  • Safety
  • Operate Forklift
  • Basic Math Aptitude
  • Business Problem Solutions
  • Safety Standards
  • Loading and Unloading
  • Warehouse Management Systems
  • Vulnerability Testing
  • Security Improvements
  • Programmable Logic Control Systems
  • Cybersecurity Frameworks
  • Computational Tools
  • Case Analyzation
  • Raspberry Pi
  • Computer Forensics
  • Identifying Risks
  • Kali Linux
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Microsoft Access
  • Adobe Systems Adobe Acrobat
  • Microsoft Visual Basic
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Microsoft Office

Timeline

Truck Driver Laborer

Lacks Industries
11.2014 - Current

General Labor Worker

Steelcase
03.2010 - 11.2014

Ride Supervisor

Cedar Fair
05.2007 - 10.2008

Amusement Ride Operator

Cedar Fair
04.2004 - 10.2008

Associate In Electronics Engineering Technology -

DeVry University
Andre Sheppard