John Higgins
Peachtree City,GA
Summary
Versatile skill set with education in Welding Technology and Criminal Justice. Experience in welding, plumbing, Heavy machinery and fork lift operations, data entry, manufacturing/warehouse, transportation operations and customer service. Excellent safety records in all work places, and strong interpersonal communication skills. Problem solver and proven ability of working in a high stress environment on a daily basis. Ability to work effectively in both individual and team environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Trimax Inc.
Fayetteville, GA
05.2022 - Current
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
Warehouse Associate Forklift
Metal Forming Inc.
Peachtree City, GA
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise.
- Operated forklifts to transfer inventory to and from target destinations.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors.
- Operated PC and RF-based computer systems for inventory management.
Plumber's Assistant
Action Plumbing
Fayetteville, GA
03.2020 - 12.2021
- Used couplings, clamps and screws to assemble pipe sections, tubing and fittings.
- Performed basic and semi-skilled work under supervision and instruction from lead plumber.
- Removed old sinks, toilets and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.
- Drilled and cut holes in walls and floors to accommodate passage of pipes.
- Organized and moved materials from truck to job site to support project requirements.
Manufacturing/Warehouse Associate
Randstad Staffing
Peachtree City, United States
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Moved products using overhead cranes, forklifts and other equipment, consistently meeting challenging performance goals.
- Prepared orders for shipment by systematically picking, packing and labeling merchandise.
- Operated PC and RF-based computer systems for inventory management.
Construction and Office Administration
Piedmont Homes Inc.
Peachtree City, GA
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Accurately estimated time and materials costs for projects
Plumbing, electrical work, trim carpentry, welding equipment repairs.
Operated equipment such as Bobcat, trackhoe, backhoe and dump truck. - Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Successfully maintained clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
Ramp Agent
Delta Air Lines Inc
Atlanta, GA
03.2013 - 12.2016
- RTMS Programming, data entry and report production.
- Wide Bodied Coordinator. Supervised loading and unloading of containers and drivers assignments ensuring all runs were completed on time.
- Baggage room data input and transfer driver on all concourses.
- Excellent Safety record
Internship
Fayette County Sheriff's Office
Fayetteville, GA
06.2012 - 08.2012
- Worked closely alongside Sheriffs officers in Uniform Patrol.
- Attended court hearings and transportation of prisoners to jail.
- Worked in traffic patrol, traffic enforcement, criminal investigation, crime scene investigation and evidence collection.
Customer Service Representative
Blockbuster Video
Peachtree City, GA
12.2010 - 03.2012
- Operated a cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions. Completed all point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Participated in overnight store refits and inventory counts in Georgia and Alabama.
- Handled all customer relations issues in a courteous manner and in accordance with company policies.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Welding
West Georgia Technical College, Newnan GA
Welding Technology Diploma 2019
Criminal Justice Diploma - 3.75 GPA - Sept 2012 - Chriminal Justice
Southern Crescent Technical College, Griffin, GA
Griffin, GA09.2012
High School Diploma -
Mcintosh High School -
Peachtree City, GA 06.2009
Skills
- Welding - Stick and MIG
- Microsoft Office, Word, Excel and Powerpoint
- RTMS Programming
- Proofreading
- Data Entry
- Operating heavy machinery
- Speed typing
- Warehouse inventory software
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Trimax Inc.
05.2022 - Current
Warehouse Associate Forklift
Metal Forming Inc.
12.2021 - 05.2022
Plumber's Assistant
Action Plumbing
03.2020 - 12.2021
Manufacturing/Warehouse Associate
Randstad Staffing
10.2019 - 03.2020
Construction and Office Administration
Piedmont Homes Inc.
01.2017 - 01.2019
Ramp Agent
Delta Air Lines Inc
03.2013 - 12.2016
Internship
Fayette County Sheriff's Office
06.2012 - 08.2012
Customer Service Representative
Blockbuster Video
12.2010 - 03.2012
Some College (No Degree) - Welding
West Georgia Technical College, Newnan GA
Criminal Justice Diploma - 3.75 GPA - Sept 2012 - Chriminal Justice
Southern Crescent Technical College, Griffin, GA
High School Diploma -
Mcintosh High School -
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