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Derrick Knockum

Oakland,CA

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Best Living Care, excelling in incident response management and team development. Skilled in enhancing operational efficiency while fostering collaborative environments. Recognized for effectively managing hazardous materials at Chevron Oil Refinery, ensuring safety and compliance, committed to ongoing enhancement initiatives and delivering exceptional care.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Care/Team Leader Manager

Best Living Care
02.2022 - Current
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to thecase manager.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance .
  • Oversaw day-to-day activities of employees in the establishment, fostering an inspiring atmosphere to optimize employee experiences.

Metal Worker

Henry Smith
03.2010 - 11.2018
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within thewarehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Operated hand and power tools and heavy machinery safely.

Forklift Operator

Coke Cola
05.2000 - 08.2018
  • Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.

Hazmat Technician

Chevron Oil Refinery
06.1995 - 01.1999
  • Managed disposal of non-hazardous and special waste materials such as oil waste.
  • Maximized protections by accurately labeling hazardous waste containers in line with environmental and safety requirements.
  • Handled emergency spills and environmental cleanup requests with organized approach.
  • Cleaned up biohazards and industrial waste by carefully following optimal safety protocols.

Education

Associate of Arts - Cognitive Psychology

Laney College
Oakland, CA
09-1987

High School Diploma -

St. Elizabeth High School
Oakland, CA
06-1984

Skills

  • Incident response management
  • Staffing and selection
  • Ongoing enhancement initiatives
  • Collaborative team development
  • Operational efficiency enhancement
  • Team leadership

Timeline

Head Care/Team Leader Manager

Best Living Care
02.2022 - Current

Metal Worker

Henry Smith
03.2010 - 11.2018

Forklift Operator

Coke Cola
05.2000 - 08.2018

Hazmat Technician

Chevron Oil Refinery
06.1995 - 01.1999

Associate of Arts - Cognitive Psychology

Laney College

High School Diploma -

St. Elizabeth High School

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