Dexter Reid
Wrightstown
Summary
Resourceful Air Transportation Journeyman recognized for high productivity levels and efficient task completion. Skilled in air cargo handling, safety management, flight operation coordination, and warehouse operations/vehicles. Excel in time management, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring smooth air transport operations. Committed to maintaining safety standards and operational efficiency in fast-paced environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Air Transportation Journeyman
Air Force
Wrightstown
07.2019 - 07.2025
- Provided guidance and training to junior technicians on aircraft loading/unloading procedures.
- Juggled shift duties, prioritizing immediate tasks to streamline operations.
- Organized periodic inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Checked import and export documentation to determine cargo contents.
- Ensured that all maintenance documentation was accurately completed in accordance with applicable technical orders.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
Groundsman Helper
Trees Inc
Winder
10.2017 - 05.2019
- We cleared power lines of trees/limbs for GA Power Company, we also cut down old trees marked for demolition.
- Mowed lawns and trimmed grass around sidewalks, flower beds and walls.
- Conducted regular inspections and maintenance of groundskeeping equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Lifted and removed fallen or damaged branches using hand and power tools.
Loader/Unloader Associate
Havertys Furniture
Braselton
02.2017 - 07.2017
- Loaded/ Unloaded trucks of furniture
- Stacked boxes, crates, containers, and other materials on pallets, shelves, or racks in an orderly manner according to company standards.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on all material handling equipment used in the warehouse.
- Packaged, crated and loaded items safely for transport.
- Reported any damaged goods immediately to supervisor for further inspection or repair.
- Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
- Followed organizational procedures to stack and store cargo in transit sheds, ship holds and warehouses.
- Checked load-related documentation to promote completeness and accuracy.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on all equipment used for loading and unloading operations.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Ensured all items were securely fastened in the truck bed or trailer to prevent damage during transport.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects in a timely manner.
- Followed safety protocols when operating heavy machinery such as forklifts or pallet jacks.
- Kept up to date on safety procedures and correct lifting techniques to prevent injuries.
Truck Loader
Williams-Sonoma
Braselton
08.2016 - 11.2016
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment used during loading and unloading operations such as checking fluid levels, lubricating parts.
- Assisted sorters by loading trucks with assigned packages for routes.
- Positioned lifting devices to move loaded pallets, skids, and boxes to designated areas.
- Communicated load, product or pallet issues to supervisor.
- Performed proper lifting techniques when manually loading or unloading freight from trucks.
- Unloaded products from incoming transports.
- Maximized truck space by loading efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks using forklift, pallet jack and hand truck.
- Operated a variety of equipment such as dollies, hand-trucks, pallet jacks. to transport product throughout the warehouse.
- Participated in team meetings providing input into warehouse processes improvement initiatives.
- Provided assistance in receiving dock area including helping unload trailers when necessary.
- Checked load-related documentation to promote completeness and accuracy.
- Read and attached appropriate labels and tags to products and packages for identification purposes.
Waiter
Fatz Cafe
Winder
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Set up banquet rooms for special events including weddings, parties, business meetings.
- Checked identification to verify if guests meet minimum age to legally purchase or consume alcoholic beverages.
- Delivered food from kitchen, fulfilling additional requests to maximize guest satisfaction.
- Provided assistance with closing tasks such as restocking supplies and cleaning equipment.
- Calculated charges, issued table checks, and collected payments from customers.
- Stocked server areas with supplies before, during and after shifts.
- Helped customers select menu items by suggesting courses, explaining specials and answering food preparation questions.
- Reconciled cash drawers at the end of shifts to verify sales totals.
- Presented menus to patrons, answered questions about menu items and made recommendations.
- Followed all safety and sanitation regulations when handling food or drinks.
- Explained menu options to guests, offered suggestions and took orders for food and beverages.
- Brought food and beverages to tables in a timely manner.
- Delivered accurate checks at the end of each meal period.
- Informed customers of daily specials in an engaging manner.
- Filled condiments and napkin containers during slack periods.
- Checked with guests to get feedback on food served, resolve issues, bring additional items and refill beverages.
- Reviewed daily specials, menu changes and service specifications.
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating guest needs and responding promptly to requests.
- Replenished condiments, silverware, napkins. as needed during meal services.
- Maintained polite and professional demeanor to patrons to encourage inquiries and order placements.
- Rolled silverware and set up food stations and dining areas to prepare for next shift or large parties.
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Set up tables in between patrons to reduce wait times.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely preparation and delivery of orders.
- Cleared away dirty dishes from tables after each course was finished.
- Assisted with setting up the dining area before shift began.
- Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure repeat customers.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
- Checked with customers to ensure that they were enjoying their meals.
- Cleaned dining room chairs, tables, floors and other surfaces regularly.
- Addressed concerns quickly to improve customer experience and escalated issues to management for resolution when necessary.
- Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
Paint Shop Technician, Hang up Area Assembly
Kubota Industrial Equipment
Jefferson
07.2014 - 04.2016
- Repaired minor damages to tractor parts before painting them by filling dents or scratches with body fillers/ paint.
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for painting with sanding tools.
- Inspected surfaces to ensure they met quality standards prior to painting.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace throughout shift hours.
- Monitored stock levels of all necessary supplies needed for painting jobs and ordered additional items when required.
- Assisted other technicians with troubleshooting problems related to operating the equipment in the paint shop.
- Followed safety protocols at all times when handling chemicals or working with power tools in the paint shop environment.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Education
Tech School, Equivalent To Some College Credits - Air Transportation
USAF
Virginia 11-2019
GED -
Lanier Technical College
Oakwood, GA05-2019
Skills
- Aircraft loading procedures
- Cargo documentation
- Equipment operation
- Safety regulations
- Maintenance documentation
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Employee training
- Shift coordination
- Inspection techniques
- Time management
- Process improvement
- Customer service
- Warehouse operations
- Passenger security
- Freight handling
- Cargo handling
- Ground support equipment
- Passenger documentation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Security procedures
- Continuous improvement
- Professional demeanor
- Airport security
- Team building
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Aircraft cargo loading
- Active listening
- Adaptability
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Aircraft loading and unloading
- Reliability
Timeline
Air Transportation Journeyman
Air Force
07.2019 - 07.2025
Groundsman Helper
Trees Inc
10.2017 - 05.2019
Loader/Unloader Associate
Havertys Furniture
02.2017 - 07.2017
Truck Loader
Williams-Sonoma
08.2016 - 11.2016
Waiter
Fatz Cafe
06.2016 - 07.2016
Paint Shop Technician, Hang up Area Assembly
Kubota Industrial Equipment
07.2014 - 04.2016
Tech School, Equivalent To Some College Credits - Air Transportation
USAF
GED -
Lanier Technical College