Frank Kostro
Bloomingburg,NY
Summary
Proven expert in heavy equipment operation and work zone safety, demonstrated through impactful contributions at New York State Dot. Excelled in enhancing road safety and efficiency, showcasing adaptability and strong problem-solving abilities. Achieved significant improvements in operational productivity and safety measures, embodying reliability with a focus on results. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Highway Maintenance Worker 2
New York State Dot
01.2008 - Current
- Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to established safety protocols and procedures during daily tasks.
- Operated heavy machinery proficiently for tasks such as grading, snow removal, and vegetation management along highways.
- Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
- Safely controlled traffic in high-volume areas during roadwork projects and repairs.
- Enhanced road conditions through efficient pothole repair, guardrail installation, and pavement maintenance.
- Contributed to team success by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work standards.
Yard Jockey
Webster Trucking
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Reduced yard congestion by coordinating with dispatchers, drivers, and warehouse personnel for smooth operations.
- Operated yard equipment safely, adhering to company policies and guidelines at all times.
- Contributed to a clean work environment by keeping the yard area organized and free of debris.
- Maintained accurate records of trailer locations, contributing to improved inventory management.
- Improved yard efficiency by effectively managing trailer movements and ensuring proper placement.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on yard equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
- Showcased strong time-management skills by consistently meeting deadlines and optimizing yard productivity.
- Assisted with employee training initiatives by sharing knowledge and expertise with new hires or less experienced team members.
- Actively participated in regular safety meetings, contributing insights for continuous improvement measures in the workplace environment.
Warehouse Worker
Wakefern Food Corporation
04.1984 - 08.2005
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.
- Promoted a positive work environment by actively participating in team-building activities and taking initiative in group projects.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Enhanced warehouse efficiency by organizing inventory in logical manner, facilitating quicker retrieval times.
- Optimized storage space, rearranging items to better utilize available square footage.
- Streamlined receiving process to minimize idle time, carefully inspecting and sorting incoming shipments.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
Memorial High School
West New York, NJ06.1981
Skills
Drainage system maintenance
Work Zone Safety
Safe machinery operation
Safe equipment handling
Verbal and written communication
Traffic Control Management
Heavy Equipment Operation
Emergency Response
Snow Removal
Asphalt Paving
Problem-Solving
Problem-solving abilities
Multitasking
Reliability
Adaptability and Flexibility
Decision-Making
Task Prioritization
Timeline
Highway Maintenance Worker 2
New York State Dot
01.2008 - Current
Yard Jockey
Webster Trucking
01.2006 - 01.2008
Warehouse Worker
Wakefern Food Corporation
04.1984 - 08.2005
High School Diploma -
Memorial High School
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