Jacob Knight
Brighton,TN
Summary
Dedicated and dependable professional with experience in emergency response, logistics, and automotive repair. Currently serving as a volunteer firefighter, demonstrating teamwork, quick decision-making, and the ability to remain calm under pressure. Experienced as a Logistics Associate at Harbor Freight, with a strong background in inventory management, shipping and receiving, warehouse operations, and customer service. Former mechanic with hands-on expertise in vehicle diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs. Known for a strong work ethic, problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and reliability in every role.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Logistics Associate
Harbor Freight Tools USA
Covington, Tennessee
10.2025 - Current
- Coordinated loading and unloading of shipments from delivery trucks to ensure timely processing.
- Managed inventory levels and organized stock in the warehouse.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks for efficient material handling.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline daily logistics operations.
- Documented inventory discrepancies and reported them to supervisors.
- Maintained inventory by restocking shelves and organizing displays.
- Followed company policies for safety and equipment usage diligently.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in the store through regular cleaning of floors and surfaces.
- Restocked shelves to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Collaborated with team members to improve customer service experience and address customer needs.
- Engaged with customers to understand their needs and preferences.
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries.
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions, and offered product advice.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Greeted customers to establish a friendly rapport and enhance their shopping experience. and provided exceptional customer service.
- Answered incoming telephone calls to provide store, products and services information.
- Participated in training sessions to improve product knowledge and skills.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Arranged new merchandise with signage and appealing displays to encourage customer sales and move overstock items.
Volunteer Firefighter
Three star Fire, and rescue
Brighton, Tennessee
10.2025 - Current
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Responded rapidly to emergency calls for fire incidents and rescues.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools during emergency situations.
- Assisted in the operation of fire suppression equipment, such as hoses, nozzles and ladders.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
- Collaborated with team members in high-pressure environments during emergencies.
- Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs, and other relevant information.
- Communicated with other members of the team to coordinate activities at a scene.
- Participated in regular drills and training sessions to keep skills up-to-date.
- Engaged in ongoing training to enhance firefighting skills and techniques. to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Assisted in maintaining fire trucks and safety equipment readiness.
- Inspected and maintained firefighting gear to ensure proper functioning.
- Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
- Inspected hoses for wear and tear to ensure safety during operations. Checked breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
- Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.
- Educated community members on fire safety and prevention techniques.
- Attended community events to provide information on fire safety awareness initiatives.
- Interacted professionally with victims, witnesses and other personnel associated with an incident.
- Analyzed situations to quickly adopt courses of action with regard to surroundings and circumstances.
Mechanic
Don Baskin truck sales LLC
Covington, Tennessee
07.2025 - 09.2025
- Executed repairs and replacements of critical vehicle components, including engines and transmissions, to restore optimal vehicle performance.
- Repaired engines, transmissions, and other critical vehicle systems efficiently.
- Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
- Enhanced engine performance through replacement of spark plugs, fuel filters, and defective sensors.
- Replaced faulty wiring harnesses in order to restore proper functioning of electrical systems.
- Connected electrical wiring to control panels and electric motors.
- Utilized hand tools such as wrenches, pliers, cutters, to perform general automotive repairs.
- Reassembled vehicles after completing repairs or servicing them.
- Ensured clean and organized work environment to uphold safety standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of shop area to ensure efficient workflow.
- Monitored shop equipment to maintain safe working condition.
Education
Firefighter 1 -
Tennessee Fire And Codes Academy
Bell Buckle, TN12-2025
CPR -
American Heart Association
Brighton, TN10-2025
High School Diploma -
Brighton High School
Brighton, TN05-2025
Skills
- Safety protocols
- Equipment maintenance
- Repair maintenance
- Inspection and testing
- Fire prevention
- Fire suppression
- Vehicle extrication
- Landscape equipment operation
- Grounds maintenance
- Lawn mowing
- Trimming and weeding
- Irrigation management
- Floral planting
- Detailing and cleaning
Timeline
Logistics Associate
Harbor Freight Tools USA
10.2025 - Current
Volunteer Firefighter
Three star Fire, and rescue
10.2025 - Current
Mechanic
Don Baskin truck sales LLC
07.2025 - 09.2025
Firefighter 1 -
Tennessee Fire And Codes Academy
CPR -
American Heart Association
High School Diploma -
Brighton High School