Daniel Cortez
Horizon City,Texas
Summary
Self-motivated Highway Maintenance Worker with experience in road cleaning and repairs. Well-rounded individual with great eye for safety procedures and communication skills. Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills. Physically fit Truck Driver works great with vans and other light delivery vehicles. Supports business objectives by reliably meeting delivery and pickup schedules. Multitasks and solves problems well to stay on top of fast-paced work. Safety-focused individual possessing outstanding driving record. Proactive, reliable and dedicated to cost-effective transportation of goods and materials. Excellent record of punctuality and work ethic.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Highway Maintenance Worker
Lesna Construction Inc.
09.2023 - Current
- Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to established safety protocols and procedures during daily tasks.
- Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while collaborating with colleagues, supervisors, and external contractors on various projects.
- Contributed to team success by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Managed inventory levels of materials and supplies to ensure timely completion of projects without unnecessary delays.
- Drove transport crews, highway material based on current work demands.
Driver
Lesna Construction Inc.
09.2023 - Current
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
- Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
Laborer
Allen Concrete Dirt And Paving
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Utilized construction tools and machinery to effectively complete job site projects.
- Used measuring tools tape measure to identify conforming parts during production.
Laborer, Forklift Operator
Smithfield Foods
10.2009 - 10.2019
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Huntington Park Community Adult School
2945 Belgrave Ave Huntington Park, CA 9025509.2012
Skills
- Work Zone Safety
- Safe equipment handling
- Traffic Control
- Roadside Cleanup
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Safe Driving
- Forklift Operation
- Warehouse Safety
- Safety awareness
- Willingness to learn
- Heavy Lifting
Certification
- Licensed Class A license
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Highway Maintenance Worker
Lesna Construction Inc.
09.2023 - Current
Driver
Lesna Construction Inc.
09.2023 - Current
Laborer
Allen Concrete Dirt And Paving
01.2023 - 09.2023
Laborer, Forklift Operator
Smithfield Foods
10.2009 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
Huntington Park Community Adult School
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