Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Military Service
Languages
Timeline
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Charles Wayne Houk

Hillsboro, AL,AL

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Crane Operator

A & S Recycling
Decatur, Al
06.2015 - 02.2026
  • Operated cranes to efficiently lift and transport materials within recycling facility.
  • Conducted routine inspections on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety compliance.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
  • Trained new operators in safe crane operation and best practices for material handling.

Crane Operator

SA Recycling
Decatur, Al
05.2008 - 06.2015
  • Monitored load capacities to prevent accidents and maintain safety standards during operations.
  • Implemented process improvements that reduced downtime and enhanced productivity in recycling operations.
  • Led safety meetings, promoting awareness of protocols and encouraging adherence among staff members.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting mechanical issues, minimizing downtime and ensuring continuous operations.
  • Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.

Forklift Operator

Cinram
Huntsville, Al
03.2007 - 05.2008
  • Operated forklifts safely to transport materials within warehouse environment.
  • Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure operational efficiency and safety compliance.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and improve material handling processes.
  • Trained new staff on safe forklift operation and warehouse protocols for enhanced team performance.

Dock Foreman

Decatur Transit
Decatur, AL
04.1975 - 03.2007
  • Supervised dock operations to ensure efficient loading and unloading processes of trucks and barges.
  • Trained and mentored staff on safety protocols and operational procedures.
  • ensured safety
  • regular maintenance

Forklift Operator

Fruehauf
Decatur,Al
1971 - 1973
  • loaded and unloaded coils
  • caster
  • press machine
  • regular forklift maintenance

Education

High School Diploma -

Mt Hope High School
Mt Hope, Al

Skills

  • Crane assembly
  • Accurate communication
  • Crane operations
  • Crane maintenance
  • Forklift maintenance
  • handling of chemicals
  • loading and unloading railcars

Certification

  • Tankerman's License
  • CPR Certified
  • First-Aid Certified
  • HAZWOP
  • HAZMAT
  • Overhead Crane
  • Forklift
  • Frontend Loaded
  • Crane
  • Case Loader

Military Service

  • National Guard
  • 28 years of service
  • Team Chief E-5 LOS Radio Rig

Languages

English

Timeline

Crane Operator

A & S Recycling
06.2015 - 02.2026

Crane Operator

SA Recycling
05.2008 - 06.2015

Forklift Operator

Cinram
03.2007 - 05.2008

Dock Foreman

Decatur Transit
04.1975 - 03.2007

Forklift Operator

Fruehauf
1971 - 1973

High School Diploma -

Mt Hope High School
Charles Wayne Houk