Gemayal Alexander
Bakersfield,CA
Summary
Cooperative forklift operator with several years of experience lifting and carrying heavy loads using warehouse equipment. Qualified to operate various classes of forklifts and practiced in wide range of heavy equipment. Talented problem-solver with strong ethics, integrity and relationship-building abilities.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Excel Carrier Transportation
Bakersfield, CA
09.2020 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials across warehouse safely.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments following safety protocols and procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading and unloading processes.
- Communicated with supervisors to report equipment issues or supply shortages.
- 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.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Inspected equipment regularly to ensure optimal functioning and safety compliance.
Truck Driver
Excel Carrier Transportation
Bakersfield, CA
09.2020 - Current
- Operated various truck models for safe and timely deliveries.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Planned efficient routes to minimize travel time and fuel consumption.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding delivery statuses and issues.
- Adhered to all traffic laws and company safety protocols during operations.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo while ensuring secure transport.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance operational efficiency during shifts.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
Truck Driver
Road Liner Transportation
Bakersfield, CA
05.2016 - 11.2020
- Operated long-haul trucks for timely deliveries across diverse routes.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours and vehicle maintenance records.
- Communicated with dispatch regarding route changes and delivery updates.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize delivery schedules and routes.
- Resolved minor mechanical issues to minimize downtime during trips.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
Education
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CASkills
- Forklift operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Load securing
- Pre-trip inspection
- Route planning
- Load securement
- Vehicle maintenance
- Effective communication
- Delivery scheduling
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Customer service
- Long-haul driving
- DOT compliance
- Basic computer literacy
- OTR driving
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Excel Carrier Transportation
09.2020 - Current
Truck Driver
Excel Carrier Transportation
09.2020 - Current
Truck Driver
Road Liner Transportation
05.2016 - 11.2020
Bakersfield College