Darius Dixon
Carol Stream,IL
Summary
I’m a very hard, dedicated and disciplined worker with success in working within busy, fast-paced settings. I’m skilled in building positive, personal and professional relationships and I’m willing to learn new things from veteran employees within the company that will help me excel.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Mail Handler/Supervisor of Distribution Operations
United States Postal Service, USPS
Carol Stream, IL
11.2017 - Current
- Sorted mail and packages for efficient distribution within facility.
- Operated automated sorting machines to streamline mail processing.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow and productivity.
- Assisted in loading and unloading delivery vehicles for timely dispatch.
- Monitored inventory of packaging supplies and reported shortages promptly.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols while handling materials.
- Trained new staff on proper mail handling procedures and equipment use.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas for optimal operations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with mail, packages, and other materials.
- Operated various machines such as scales, pallet jacks, forklifts.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
- Offered support and advice to newer personnel to improve performance.
- Supervised daily distribution operations to ensure timely mail delivery.
- Trained and mentored team members on operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Supervised staff in loading, unloading of trucks, receiving, shipping of merchandise, and other tasks related to distribution activities.
Car retarder operator
Union Pacific Railroad Co
Northlake
06.2006 - 01.2016
- Operated locomotives to transport freight efficiently across designated routes.
- Conducted safety inspections on equipment and track conditions regularly.
- Managed daily schedules to ensure timely arrivals and departures of trains.
- Collaborated with crew members to maintain communication during operations.
- Monitored signals and switches to ensure safe train movements.
- Trained new operators on standard procedures and safety protocols effectively.
- Followed federal regulations and company policies during all operational activities.
- Checked control panel and gauges during equipment operation.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
City Mail Carrier
USPS, United States Postal Service
Glenwood
04.2002 - 05.2006
- Delivered mail to designated routes in a timely manner.
- Sorted and organized incoming mail for efficient distribution.
- Assisted customers with inquiries regarding services and packages.
- Managed vehicle inspections to ensure safe transportation of mail.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and pickups daily.
- Implemented safety protocols while performing job duties outdoors.
- Adapted to changing weather conditions while completing routes efficiently.
- Ensured proper handling of valuable documents or fragile items.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with parcels and other mail items.
- Provided customer service regarding postal regulations and services.
- Delivered packages, letters, and other items to residential and commercial customers.
- Dispatched mail to designated locations according to delivery route.
- Collected outgoing mail from post office boxes.
Skills
- Automated sorting
- Mail processing
- Inventory management
- Equipment operation
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving skills
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Computer Science
St Xavier University
Chicago, IL 08.1999 - 03.2001
Diploma -
Hillcrest High School
Country Club Hills, IL 08.1995 - 01.1999
Certification
- Forklift certified