Edwin Hernandez
Wilkes-Barre,PA
Summary
Motivated and safety-conscious bilingual HVACR student at Fortis Institute (Scranton, PA) with hands-on experience in forklift operation and warehouse logistics, seeking an entry-level HVAC technician role to apply technical skills in system installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance. Proven ability to organize and secure materials efficiently, maintain inventory accuracy, and adhere to safety protocols. Committed to delivering exceptional service while leveraging a strong foundation in electrical wiring, refrigeration, and customer communication to contribute to operational excellence in a dynamic work environment.
Personable and reliable with strong work ethic, committed to maintaining safe and organized work environment. Knowledge of warehouse operations and logistics, combined with skills in operating machinery and managing inventory. Dedicated to maximizing efficiency and ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment.
Offering solid foundation in safety protocols and warehouse operations, eager to learn and develop in fast-paced environment. Contributes ability to quickly grasp new concepts and operate machinery safely and effectively. Ready to use and develop problem-solving and time-management skills in Desired Position role.
Developed skills in high-volume warehouse setting, focusing on efficiency and precision. Expertise in operating machinery and handling logistics, ensuring smooth and safe operations. Looking to transition into new field, leveraging strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Forklift Operator
Lowes Distribution Center
04.2024 - 03.2025
- 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.
- Conducted regular safety meetings with fellow operators, reinforcing the importance of following best practices while using heavy machinery.
- Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures for forklift operations, promoting consistent performance across the team.
- Worked with racking systems and loaded or unloaded pallets, pulling and placing pallets on or off of vertical product racking systems and trucks, maximizing storage by stacking products vertically.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloaded shipments from trucks and fulfilled and organized orders to streamline customer delivery processes.
Forklift Operator
Joriki
04.2023 - 03.2024
- 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.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Achieved operational excellence through consistent monitoring and evaluation of team performance.
- Increased customer satisfaction with effective communication and timely resolution of issues.
Lead Forklift Operator
Adidas
04.2022 - 03.2023
- Resolved issues related to damaged goods or misplaced items expeditiously, maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and peers alike, ensuring a cohesive team environment conducive to productivity.
- 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.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
Education
Diploma Program - HVACR
Fortis Institute
Scranton, PA01.2025
HS Diploma -
Wilkes-Barre Area High School
Wilkes-Barre, PA06.2023
Skills
- HVAC system installation and repair
- Diagnostics and troubleshooting skills
- Refrigeration cycle knowledge
- Electrical wiring and controls proficiency
- Airflow and ductwork analysis
- Brazing, soldering, and pipefitting techniques
- EPA 608 certification for handling refrigerants
- Thermostat and control system programming
- Preventive maintenance procedures
- Familiarity with HVAC tools and equipment
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics
- Safety protocols and compliance knowledge
- Strong customer service and communication skills
- Time management and organizational skills
- Adaptability to work in various environments and conditions
- Bilingual – English and Spanish
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team player
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- Teamwork and collaboration
- General laborer
- Order picking
- Order picking and processing
- Safe driver
- Punctual and reliable
- Palletizing
- Materials handling
- Problem-solving
- Material packaging
- Shipping and receiving expert
Certification
- Driver's License
- Certification: Fork Lift Operator (expired)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Lowes Distribution Center
04.2024 - 03.2025
Forklift Operator
Joriki
04.2023 - 03.2024
Lead Forklift Operator
Adidas
04.2022 - 03.2023
Diploma Program - HVACR
Fortis Institute
HS Diploma -
Wilkes-Barre Area High School
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