Devin Walls
Houston,TX
Summary
Dedicated Forklift Operator with proven expertise at Central Freight, excelling in loading and unloading operations. Recognized for exceptional safety awareness and problem-solving skills, ensuring efficient material handling and adherence to safety procedures. Committed to maintaining high standards in warehouse operations while fostering teamwork and attention to detail.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Boilermaker
Turner Logistics
Deer Park, TX
12.2022 - 04.2025
- Measured old structural parts or assemblies to determine dimensional requirements of replacements parts.
- Maintained compliance with all safety procedures from both client and employer.
- Tightened or replaced bolts and gaskets to repair leaks.
- Inspected equipment and structures to determine scope of work (SOW).
- Built and repaired process tanks, storage tanks and water treatment tanks.
- Used hand signals to notify crane operator to lift components to specific positions.
- Dismantled equipment or devices to gain access and remove defective parts or components.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, and specifications for each job.
- Identified issues and addressed each immediately with job foreman.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement within the team, consistently seeking ways to enhance processes and performance standards.
- Inspected equipment, structures and materials to identify cause of errors.
- Inspected and lubricated valves; removed, replaced, or installed components to correct operating deficiencies.
Forklift Operator
Central Freight
Houston, TX
04.2020 - 04.2022
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Forest High School
Houston, TX03.2018
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team player
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- Heavy lifting
- Fabrication
- Preventive Maintenance
- Safety procedures
- Assembly and production
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Visual inspection
- Critical thinking
- Equipment operation
- Blueprint reading
Timeline
Boilermaker
Turner Logistics
12.2022 - 04.2025
Forklift Operator
Central Freight
04.2020 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
North Forest High School