Ervin Ortega
Ogden,UT
Summary
Dedicated forklift operator with proven skills in safety inspections and team collaboration. Committed to maintaining optimal workflows and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Cerrowire
Far West, UT
01.2026 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse efficiently.
- Conducted regular safety checks on equipment to ensure safe operations.
- Collaborated with team members to organize inventory for optimal workflow.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems.
- Loaded and unloaded products from trucks following proper handling procedures.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
Truck Driver Helper
Liberty Tire Recycling
Salt Lake City, Utah
02.2023 - 11.2025
- Assisted drivers in loading and unloading tire materials efficiently.
- Organized inventory and maintained cleanliness in work areas.
- Provided support during transportation of recycled tires to various locations.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure compliance during operations.
- Communicated effectively with team members for seamless workflow.
- Assisted in coordinating schedules for timely deliveries and pickups.
- Strictly followed customer instructions while delivering goods at designated locations.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Helped truck driver maneuvering in tight spaces while backing up trailer into docks for loading and unloading operations.
Package Delivery Driver
UPS
Ogden, Utah
01.2022 - 10.2023
- Operated delivery vehicles safely and efficiently across designated routes.
- Loaded and unloaded packages with care to prevent damage.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and pickups for tracking purposes.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding delivery schedules and issues.
- Navigated routes using GPS systems to optimize delivery efficiency.
- Adhered to safety protocols while operating heavy-duty vehicles daily.
- Verifying delivery addresses, obtaining signatures from customers, and providing direction to customers regarding package delivery.
- Logged package delivery time in system for proof of delivery and to close orders.
- Delivering packages in a timely manner while adhering to all traffic laws and regulations.
- Carried heavy items from vehicle to customer building location.
- Drove delivery truck or van to transport orders.
- Navigated route to customer locations using GPS maps.
- Loaded and unloaded boxes and packages to move to and from vehicle.
- Inspected vehicle daily and reported issues to schedule maintenance and repairs.
- Following all safety protocols while operating a motor vehicle during deliveries.
Production Trainer
Autoliv
Ogden, Utah
02.2014 - 03.2022
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures to ensure compliance.
- Developed and updated training materials aligned with production processes.
- Monitored employee performance to guarantee adherence to quality standards.
- Facilitated hands-on workshops to enhance team skills and operational knowledge.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to synchronize training with production objectives.
- Assembled prototypes using hand tools and machinery, meeting precise design specifications.
- Conducted functionality tests on prototypes to verify compliance with quality standards.
- Maintained organized workspace to promote efficiency and uphold safety standards.
Landscaper
G & G Landscaping
Ogden, Utah
03.2009 - 09.2013
- Designed and maintained diverse landscape layouts for residential and commercial properties.
- Operated various landscaping equipment, including mowers, trimmers, and blowers.
- Assisted in soil preparation, planting, and seasonal clean-up activities.
- Implemented sustainable practices for water conservation and plant maintenance.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
- Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
Education
High School Diploma -
Two Rivers
955 12th Ogden UT06-2011
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Safety inspections
- Route navigation
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Training facilitation
- Stock allocation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Staging and sorting
- Equipment inspections
- Certified forklift operator
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Cerrowire
01.2026 - Current
Truck Driver Helper
Liberty Tire Recycling
02.2023 - 11.2025
Package Delivery Driver
UPS
01.2022 - 10.2023
Production Trainer
Autoliv
02.2014 - 03.2022
Landscaper
G & G Landscaping
03.2009 - 09.2013
High School Diploma -
Two Rivers