BOKKLI JACKSON
Goose Creek,SC
Summary
Experienced Welder/Fabricator/Forklift Operator with expertise in material handling and precision cutting techniques such as SMAW, GTAW, and FCAW. Skilled in operating forklifts and pallet jacks to ensure seamless and efficient inventory transportation while strictly adhering to safety protocols. Proficient in blueprint reading and executing intricate fabrication tasks with meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
RMS Organics
Charleston
05.2023 - Current
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
Welder
Strom Engineering
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
Electrician Helper
Lambert Electrical
06.2020 - 08.2021
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Improved workplace organization by maintaining a clean and hazard-free environment for all team members during projects.
- Consistently followed safety procedures when operating power tools or handling hazardous materials, minimizing risk of injury among team members.
- Aided senior electricians in troubleshooting complex electrical issues using diagnostic tools such as multimeters or clamp meters.
Forklift Operator
Ace Hardware Retail Support Center
11.2019 - 05.2020
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Operator/Material Handler
SpillTech Environment
Goose Creek, SC
10.2016 - 10.2019
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
Heavy Equipment Operator
United States Army
06.2014 - 08.2016
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Ensured timely project completion with efficient execution of excavation, grading, and site preparation tasks.
Education
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
JACKSON HIGH SCHOOL
ADVANCED WELDER 900 HOURS PROGRAM -
ARCLABS WELDING SCHOOL
North Charleston05.2024
Skills
- SMAW
- GTAW
- FCAW
- GMAW
- Oxyfuel cutting
- Plasma arc cutting
- Carbon arc cutting
- Blueprint reading
- Forklift operation
- Pallet jack operation
- Material handling
- Heavy equipment operation
- Shipping and receiving
- Safety awareness
- Heavy equipment operations
Additionalinformation - Experience
- WAREHOUSE ASSOCIATE, RMS BEAUTY, 05/2023, Present
- FORKLIFT OPERATOR, STROM ENGINEERING, 08/2021, 01/2023
- FORKLIFT OPERATOR, ACE HARDWARE RETAIL SUPPORT CENTER, 11/2019, 05/2020
Timeline
Forklift Operator
RMS Organics
05.2023 - Current
Welder
Strom Engineering
08.2021 - 01.2023
Electrician Helper
Lambert Electrical
06.2020 - 08.2021
Forklift Operator
Ace Hardware Retail Support Center
11.2019 - 05.2020
Operator/Material Handler
SpillTech Environment
10.2016 - 10.2019
Heavy Equipment Operator
United States Army
06.2014 - 08.2016
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
JACKSON HIGH SCHOOL
ADVANCED WELDER 900 HOURS PROGRAM -
ARCLABS WELDING SCHOOL