Cole Craigen
Groves
Summary
Hardworking material handler with several years of experience working closely with other staff and leaders to move goods efficiently. Alert when transporting heavy loads hazardous materials. Team-player quick to communicate issues and work with others to resolve.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Veolia
Port Arthur
05.2024 - 06.2026
- Executed AGB pump plans and chemical pour-ups, loading and unloading trucks on dock, consolidating and organizing products with handheld scanner. Dressed in chem suit and respirator, pumped AG bulk fuels from drums into tanker truck using hoses and hydraulic pump, safely handling corrosive, toxic, and flammable materials. Binned CCC and Macrobulk into roll-off box, dumping non-hazardous and hazardous materials using drum dumper and forklift.
- Operated forklifts to efficiently transport materials within warehouse, ensuring timely movement of inventory.
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Cenergy International Services
Port Arthur
01.2024 - 03.2025
- Filled kegs, drums, and pails with various types of grease.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within a warehouse environment.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with appropriate material handling equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments, ensuring accurate placement and handling of goods.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance material flow processes, improving operational efficiency.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality assurance, ensuring only defect-free items were distributed to production areas.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks during material handling operations.
- Inspected materials for any damages or defects upon receipt.
- Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
- Supported other warehouse personnel in completing tasks efficiently.
- Utilized a forklift to move inventory items.
Green hat Snubbing Hand
Deep Well Energy Services
Cranberry Township
12.2023 - 12.2023
- Snubbed as a green hat, working elevators, running the catwalk, drifting pipe, doping threads with NeverEaze. Fueling equipment such as Accumulator and Powerpack. Changing ram blocks via man lift with hammer wrenches and speed wrench. Bolting up trees, flanges, hard pipe for sand pipe to flow back.
- Operated drilling equipment to support oil and gas extraction processes.
- Assisted in maintaining safety protocols during field operations.
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily tasks efficiently.
- Monitored equipment performance to ensure operational reliability.
- Conducted routine inspections of tools and machinery for optimal function.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
- Followed company procedures for handling hazardous materials safely.
Light Equipment Operator
Zachry Construction Corporation
Beaumont
03.2022 - 12.2023
- I have worked in a few different fields here, I was in Operations at the Coker Unit to begin with, Operating the O/H crane, Skid-Steer, and the 850 Dozer. Washing down under belts and rollers to prevent coke buildup on the inbound system that moves Coke from the Pit to the Pile via conveyor belts. I loaded ships with Remtron Remote used to operate ship loader filling ship hulls with Coke to designated weight in tons. I also worked in Maintenance, flagging equipment, Fire watch Certified, and Hole Watch. Shovel work, excavation, trenching and shoring. Installing Water pipes and Culverts.
- Operated various light equipment to support construction activities and site operations.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance on equipment for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe and efficient workflow on-site.
- Monitored site conditions and reported hazards to maintain safety standards.
- Loaded and unloaded materials, ensuring proper placement for construction tasks.
- Followed project plans and specifications to execute work accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained clean work areas and organized equipment for effective operations.
Foreman Pipeline Maintenance
Vector contracting incorporated
Beaumont
09.2020 - 02.2022
- I was a Foreman, I did a lot of work for Enterprise products, The BME, The BMW, and Various locations. Spreading rock, cleaning up work site, pulling valves, pinning legs inside of tanks under fresh air, excavation work, Bolt-Up, Repairing Pipes. Operating skid steer spreading dirt and removing backfill after track hoe pulls dirt from excavation or trench. Using forklift to move equipment, place mats, or unload materials delivered on site. Rigging various pipes to be moved by straps, slings, chokers, etc. Painting valve sites and repairing damaged pipes and vessels. Drove a company truck with crew. Mornings doing my own JSA, receiving permits and toolbox meetings daily.
- Supervised daily operations and ensured adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Trained and mentored new staff on equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Assisted in project planning and resource allocation for construction projects.
- Collaborated with project managers to address site issues promptly.
- Maintained inventory of tools and materials for ongoing projects.
- Implemented best practices for waste management and environmental compliance.
Technician
Bonded Filter Co.
Tennessee
02.2019 - 07.2021
- Traveling to various states and towns via crew truck servicing and cleaning coils inside of air conditioning on top of Sam's Club and Walmart around the world. Placing ladder and pulling up materials needed by rope, taking apart Air conditioning units and removing Filters, using high pressure water gun cleaning the coils inside and outside, recording before the cleaning process and After via cell phone And submitting them to work log for inspection and records.
- Operated machinery for filter production and quality assurance.
- Followed health and safety regulations to promote a safe working environment.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools including soldering irons, screwdrivers, pliers, cutters, wire strippers and crimpers.
- Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
Utility Laborer
Eastex Utility Services
Beaumont
09.2017 - 05.2019
- Installed water and sewer pipes across various locations, including hydrant installation for residential and commercial properties; dug trenches, attached blue water pipe and green sewer pipe, and shot grade for elevation. Removed spoil pile using skid-steer, loaded backfill into dump truck for transport with track hoe, and operated water truck. Conducted pressure testing and installed manholes.
- Operated equipment to support utility installation and maintenance, ensuring adherence to safety and operational standards.
- Assisted in excavation and site preparation for utility projects.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete daily work assignments, contributing to overall project timelines and goals.
- Identified potential hazards at job sites before beginning work.
Education
General educational development - General Studies
Hamshire-Fannett High School
Hamshire, TX 06.1995 - 12.2002
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift
- Material handling
- Warehouse operations
- Shipping & receiving
- Load & unload
- Equipment maintenance
- Inventory management
- Quality assurance
- Process improvement
- Heavy lifting
- Mechanical knowledge
- Material assembly
- Skid-Steer
- Vehicle operation
- RF scanner
- Safety compliance
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Effective communication
- Warehouse management
- Warehouse management
Certification
- Forklift Certification
- Texas Workers Identification Card, 03/01/24 to 02/29/29
- TWIC card
- Driver's License, 06/01/22 to 11/30/28, C
- Pallet Jack Certification
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Veolia
05.2024 - 06.2026
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
Cenergy International Services
01.2024 - 03.2025
Green hat Snubbing Hand
Deep Well Energy Services
12.2023 - 12.2023
Light Equipment Operator
Zachry Construction Corporation
03.2022 - 12.2023
Foreman Pipeline Maintenance
Vector contracting incorporated
09.2020 - 02.2022
Technician
Bonded Filter Co.
02.2019 - 07.2021
Utility Laborer
Eastex Utility Services
09.2017 - 05.2019
General educational development - General Studies
Hamshire-Fannett High School
06.1995 - 12.2002