Christopher Clark
137 Balsam St., Johnstown,PA
Summary
Dedicated Truck Yard Jockey skilled in trailer maneuvering and heavy equipment operation. Proven ability to maintain safety standards while optimizing warehouse operations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Yard Jockey
Abarta Coca-Cola Beverages
Ebensburg, PA
08.2024 - Current
- Operated yard trucks to transport materials between warehouse and loading docks efficiently.
- Monitored inventory levels and ensured proper placement of products in designated areas.
- Conducted pre-shift inspections on equipment to maintain safety standards and operational readiness.
- Assisted in training new hires on yard procedures, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff to streamline loading and unloading processes for optimal efficiency.
- Managed yard organization by maintaining clear pathways for safe movement of vehicles and personnel.
- Communicated effectively with team members to resolve issues promptly and ensure smooth operations.
- Operated yard equipment safely, adhering to company policies and guidelines at all times.
- Contributed to a clean work environment by keeping the yard area organized and free of debris.
- Improved yard efficiency by effectively managing trailer movements and ensuring proper placement.
- Used equipment such as forklifts to move materials.
- Performed inspections and minor repairs.
- Provided backup support for areas such as deliveries and warehouse operations.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Removed and unloaded packages from [Type] trucks for customer deliveries, using extreme care to avoid damage to goods.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks efficiently while maintaining a high level of quality control.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting pre-operational equipment inspections and reporting any issues.
- Assisted in the timely loading and unloading of trailers, preventing shipment delays.
Auto Body Technician
Thomas Automotive
Johnstown, PA
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Inspected damaged vehicles to assess repair needs and determine appropriate solutions.
- Utilized frame straightening equipment to restore structural integrity of vehicles.
- Executed precise paint matching and application to ensure seamless finishes.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes and improve efficiency.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain high standards in all repairs.
- Managed workflow schedules to optimize shop productivity and minimize turnaround times.
- Utilized collision repair hammers, welders and grinders to address bodywork needs.
- Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and ensuring proper use of equipment.
- Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
- Improved overall customer satisfaction by providing high-quality auto body repairs and exceptional service.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Followed standard operating procedures to achieve consistent quality of work.
- Consistently met deadlines on repair jobs without compromising quality standards or cutting corners.
- Applied finishing techniques to enhance quality and appearance of repairs.
- Created and reviewed work orders detailing required repairs per shop and manufacturer guidelines.
- Streamlined parts ordering process, reducing wait times for customers and allowing for faster repairs completion.
- Performed meticulous color matching using paint mixing systems, resulting in seamless paint finishes that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Restored vehicles to their original condition, utilizing advanced dent removal techniques.
- Optimized workshop space usage, effectively organizing tools and equipment.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction scores, consistently delivering quality workmanship.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Applied primers, sealers and other materials prior to painting.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Installed and repaired body panels, doors, hoods, fenders, bumpers and other parts.
- Installed interior and exterior trim, including moldings and emblems.
- Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Blacklick Valley
Nanty Glo, PA05-2023
Skills
- Trailer maneuvering
- Shipping and receiving
- Maintaining safety
- Completing repairs
- Warehouse operations
- Heavy equipment operation
- Safety practices
- Operating equipment
- Vehicle inspection
- Dock operations
- Hand-eye coordination
- Logbook maintenance
- Incident reporting
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment monitoring
- Loading materials
- Operating forklifts
- Warehouse coordination
- Staging trailers
- Air brake systems
- Material staging
- Yard management
- Load securing
- Pallet jack use
- Trailer loading
- Loading and unloading
- Order picking
- Damage prevention
- Stock control
- Safe driving
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Active listening
- Heavy lifting
- Effective communication
- Health and safety
- Clean driving record
- Team coordination
- Documentation skills
- Visual inspection
- GPS mapping
- Self motivation
- Delivery documentation
- Map reading
- Safety and emergency equipment
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Conflict resolution
- Deadline management
Affiliations
Local 110 Stuart for Abarta Coca Cola.
Certification
- Certified Autobody Tech Training - Graduated 2023
Timeline
Truck Yard Jockey
Abarta Coca-Cola Beverages
08.2024 - Current
Auto Body Technician
Thomas Automotive
06.2023 - 07.2024
High School Diploma -
Blacklick Valley