Cody Klaas
Fort Dodge
Summary
Professional and reliable logistics worker with strong track record in handling packages efficiently and safely. Skilled in operating various equipment, maintaining accurate records, and ensuring timely deliveries. Strong focus on collaboration and adaptability, consistently meeting operational goals and contributing to team success. Known for dependability, problem-solving abilities, and effective communication in high-pressure environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
UPS Package Handler (Seasonal)
United Parcel Service (UPS Distribution)
Fort Dodge, IA
10.2025 - 01.2026
- Loaded and unloaded trailers, consistently meeting or exceeding hourly package handling quotas.
- Utilized handheld scanners for accurate tracking and inventory management of 400+ packages daily.
- Strictly followed safety protocols, maintaining a clean work area to ensure a zero-accident record.
- Worked with team mates for packages up to 200 lbs. to ensure worker safety.
- Volunteered for additional hours on heavier load days to help packages get to their destinations on time.
General Laborer
Anderson and Sons
Gowrie, IA
11.2022 - 10.2025
- Operated heavy machinery to facilitate planting and harvesting on a 200-acre farm.
- Maintained cleanliness of equipment and workspaces.
- Repaired livestock housing and pastures. Ensured fencing and building infrastructures were in excellent condition.
- Provided daily care for livestock, including feeding and monitoring herd health. Worked with local veterinarian to administer medications as needed.
- Maintained 50 acres of CRP land, working with local wildlife and game officials.
Sales Associate
Jimmy John's
Fort Dodge, IA
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Running front prep line
- Taking phone and online orders
- Fulfilling orders accurately and in a timely manner.
- Preparing catering orders.
- Cashiering and customer service.
- Keeping a clean and sanitized work area.
- Prepping ingredients for the next shift.
Auto Detailer
D & T Mobile Detailing
Fort Dodge, IA
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Monitored and maintained the cleaning equipment and machinery for proper operation and functioning
- Used cleaning supplies and equipment such as brushes, scrapers, vacuums, and solutions to perform cleaning on vehicles
- Preserved vehicle’s interiors and exteriors through the application of polishes, conditioners and waxes.
- Utilized buffing machines and cloths to wax and buff vehicles
- Provides customer support by responding to clients inquiries and fulfilling their requests promptly.
- Moved vehicles to correct locations or picks up owners or drivers up when needed.
Sales Associate/Customer Service
Casey's General Store
Fort Dodge, IA
06.2019 - 03.2022
- Meet the needs of customers and provide the best experience possible.
- Maintain work and safety standards in a fast paced environment.
- Complete daily task and communication logs.
- Clean, stock and sanitize work environment.
- Comply with all company guidelines.
- Check in vendors and merchandisers
UPS Driver Helper (Seasonal)
United Parcell Service UPS
Fort Dodge, IA
11.2021 - 01.2022
- Load and unload trucks.
- Deliver packages in a timely manner.
- Follow all customer drop off instructions.
- Obtain signature of package recipient when necessary.
- Demonstrate good customer service and interactions.
Crew Member/Crew Leader
Hardee's
Fort Dodge, IA
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Provided customer service and counter orders.
- Cashier lobby transactions as well as drive thru.
- Maintained store cleanliness expectations.
- Trained and coached new employees.
- Conflict resolution.
- Drove sales and current promotions.
- Assisted customers in need of Spanish translation.
Foreman/ General labor
Anderson and Sons
Gowrie, IA
05.2015 - 02.2019
- Managed multiple tasks on a daily basis.
- Oversaw 2 employees and directed them throughout the shift.
- Maintained and cared for a variety of livestock.
- Completed all required documentation and miscellaneous paperwork on shift.
- Able to perform manual labor tasks for extended periods of time.
- Sound ability to build and maintain rapport with others.
- Planned and completed repair of minor carpentry, plumbing and electrical issues.
Sales Associate/Kitchen Staff
Casey's General Store
Fort Dodge, IA
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Early morning openings to prepare fresh doughnuts and baked goods.
- Insuring kitchen prep station cleaned, fresh and maintained.
- Organize and complete preparation of lunch menu items for warmers.
- Clean and sanitize kitchen work stations and other equipment.
- Prepare made to order pizza via phone and online orders.
- Maintain stock levels in grocery coolers within the store.
- Rotate frozen & fresh inventory by time and date stamps.
Crew Member/Crew Leader
Hardee's
Fort Dodge, IA
04.2017 - 10.2017
- Greeted and seated guests.
- Anticipated the guests’ needs and personalized service.
- Answered questions regarding menu items and dining experience.
- Monitored the dining floor to ensure customers received great service.
- Trained staff in service food preparation and safety standards.
- Resolved customer issues.
- Completed all documentation for each shift.
- Ensured staff did suggestive selling.
- Enforced all food and workplace safety standards.
Kitchen Staff
Mama Digrados
Marshalltown, IA
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Completed 8 to 10 hour shifts independently with minimal supervision.
- Responsible for the sanitation and upkeep of the cleaning station.
- Transported inventory and delivery items throughout the restaurant.
- Worked in a fast paced environment to ensure the needs of customers and co-workers were met.
Education
Associate's degree - General Studies
Iowa Central Community College
Fort Dodge, IA04-2026
High school diploma or GED - undefined
Marshalltown High School
Marshalltown, IA01-2015
Skills
- Proficient in managing multiple tasks simultaneously with the utmost professionalism
- Outstanding people skills, able to communicate well on all levels
- Independent worker who requires minimal supervision to complete objectives
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong morals and ethics ensure honesty, reliability and ability to undertake tasks responsibly
- Understanding of need to remain flexible to support last-minute demands and changes
- Comfortable in changing environments and situations, ensuring ability to remain flexible and adaptable at all times
Certification
Driver's License
Languages
English
Timeline
UPS Package Handler (Seasonal)
United Parcel Service (UPS Distribution)
10.2025 - 01.2026
General Laborer
Anderson and Sons
11.2022 - 10.2025
Sales Associate
Jimmy John's
03.2022 - 10.2022
Auto Detailer
D & T Mobile Detailing
03.2022 - 08.2022
UPS Driver Helper (Seasonal)
United Parcell Service UPS
11.2021 - 01.2022
Sales Associate/Customer Service
Casey's General Store
06.2019 - 03.2022
Crew Member/Crew Leader
Hardee's
02.2019 - 07.2019
Sales Associate/Kitchen Staff
Casey's General Store
01.2018 - 04.2018
Crew Member/Crew Leader
Hardee's
04.2017 - 10.2017
Foreman/ General labor
Anderson and Sons
05.2015 - 02.2019
Kitchen Staff
Mama Digrados
01.2014 - 01.2015
High school diploma or GED - undefined
Marshalltown High School
Associate's degree - General Studies
Iowa Central Community College