Dean Calder
Forklift Operative
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
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. Motivated equipment operations professional certified in forklifts. OSHA-trained and experienced in range of settings. Background includes logistics, manufacturing and retail industries. Outstanding record of attendance.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Folk Lift Driver
ALLIANCE GROUND INTERNATIONAL, Building 21, JFK AIRPORT
03.2022 - Current
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
- Handled multiple tasks simultaneously to maximize work efficiency.
- Examined shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Completed regular checks of incoming freight in staging area each day.
- Located proper slots on storage racks and set pallets in place with forklift.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Forklift Operator
Airfield Driver
10.2021 - Current
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Driver
Mcfarland Shipping Company
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Prepared forklift for daily use by refueling and recharging battery.
- Operated [Type] forklift to transfer products and other cargo into and out of storage.
- Utilized hand-held computerized system to verify shipments and identify loads for re-packing and distribution.
- Maintained forklift by performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting breakdowns and conducting routine pre and post inspections.
- Used daily production sheets or work tickets to record number of units handled or moved.
- Located and moved stock of products to pallets or crates to prepare for shipment and storage.
Professional Taxi Driver
Professional Taxi Operator
01.2004 - 01.2017
- Arrived on time to customer appointments.
- Waited for passengers at designated high-volume locations such as airports and popular nightlife spots.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and service.
- Maximized passenger satisfaction by keeping vehicles in safe and clean operating condition.
- Accepted payments and provided receipts for fares to keep accurate records of transactions.
- Communicated with passengers to answer questions about areas and services and provide comfortable traveling experiences.
- Maintained log of daily trips to keep accurate records of fares and destinations.
- Drove safely and obeyed traffic laws to avoid accidents and injuries.
- Used GPS and maps to navigate and find best route to destinations to deliver passengers on time.
- Frequented high-volume areas such as airports and bars to pick up spontaneous fares.
- Communicated frequently with dispatch to obtain new pickup information and share delays or other important details.
- Handled upkeep for taxi, added fuels, cleaned exterior, and sprayed out interior.
- Managed preventive maintenance on vehicle to maintain optimal condition.
- Used mobile application to connect with customers, track distances and report locations.
Bartender Supervisor
Sand Castle Resort
01.1995 - 01.1998
- Trained [Number] new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Established rules for ejecting problem customers from bar to reduce liability and maintain pleasant environment.
- Supervised and trained staff on preparing and delivering drinks, handling food, and money and setting up bar at beginning of shift and breaking down at end of shift to facilitate operations.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Oversaw and monitored cash drawers and reconciled drawers against cash register reports at close of business.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Explained daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
Education
Hospitality
Hotelimpia Training Academy
Jamaica06.1995
Skills
Materials Handling
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Folk Lift Driver
ALLIANCE GROUND INTERNATIONAL, Building 21, JFK AIRPORT
03.2022 - Current
Forklift Operator
Airfield Driver
10.2021 - Current
Driver
Mcfarland Shipping Company
01.2018 - 01.2021
Professional Taxi Driver
Professional Taxi Operator
01.2004 - 01.2017
Bartender Supervisor
Sand Castle Resort
01.1995 - 01.1998
Hospitality
Hotelimpia Training Academy
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