Jamal Kuamo’o
Pahoa,HI
Summary
Skilled Forklift Operator and Drywall Finisher, recognized for enhancing warehouse efficiency at Waiakea Water and achieving high-quality finishes at A N D Drywall. Demonstrates expertise in heavy equipment operations and exceptional teamwork, leading to decreased injury incidents and elevated customer satisfaction. Mastery in OSHA compliance and safety awareness ensures optimal workplace standards.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Drywall Finisher
A N D Drywall
Hilo, HI
01.2018 - Current
- Applied tape to seal joints by embedding into sealing compound.
- Served as a reliable team member, regularly collaborating with other finishers and construction professionals to achieve shared goals and meet deadlines.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on drywall for lengths, heights and penetrations.
- Removed damaged drywall and wallpaper to prepare for new installations.
- Increased job efficiency with mastery of various hand tools and power tools, such as trowels, joint knives, and sanders.
- Optimized productivity levels with proper maintenance of tools and equipment for uninterrupted work flow.
- Achieved smooth and consistent wall surfaces by applying drywall compound and sanding.
- Prepared work area, tools and equipment for job site.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with meticulous attention to detail, resulting in high-quality finishes.
- Received consistent excellent feedback on work quality and customer service.
- Minimized errors during installations through careful interpretation of blueprints, sketches or verbal instructions from supervisors or clients.
- Inspected surfaces to evaluate quality and applied extra attention to fill in holes and rectify errors.
- Applied sealing compound over cracks, holes, and nail heads using trowels, broad-knives or spatulas.
- Delivered superior results through precise application of texture finishes using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
- Completed installation of drywall sheets on commercial and residential properties.
Forklift Operator / Instructor
Waiakea Water
Hilo , Hi
01.2021 - 01.2025
- Utilized appropriate forklift attachments to handle truck loading and unloading safely, decreasing injury incidents.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Off Loading/Loading Flat Rack and Low boy Trailers with heavy equipment
Mover
Two Movers With Equipment
Hilo , Hi
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Worked closely with team members to develop efficient strategies for completing moves within designated timeframes.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with customer possessions or merchandise weighing up to 2500 lbs.
- Maneuvered items carefully through narrow hallways and doorways to prevent damage.
- Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Packed boxes by filling voids and arranging items to fit appropriately based on size, dimensions, and weight.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Facilitated smooth communication between clients and the moving team, addressing any questions or concerns promptly.
- Disconnected and reconstructed furniture by removing headboards from bed frames, unscrewing mirrors from dressers and reassembling tables.
- Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
- Ensured safe transportation of items by properly loading and securing them in the moving truck.
- Cleaned and maintained truck and other equipment to maintain optimum working condition.
Laborer Operator
Lekili Nursery
Hilo , Hi
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Supported team members by sharing knowledge of proper tool usage, safety procedures, and other essential skills for job success.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Assisted in the successful completion of various construction projects, contributing to a safe and productive work environment.
- Kept machinery in proper working order by repairing and replacing malfunctioning
- Delivered reliable customer service by addressing client inquiries professionally and resolving issues promptly whenever possible.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by quickly learning new tasks or technologies as needed to keep pace with evolving industry requirements.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Worked on sites, installing roofs and other exterior components.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Finished surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings with paneling, paint and hand tools.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hilo High School
Hilo , Hi05.2013
Skills
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Warehouse operations
- Warehouse safety
- Material handling
- Safety awareness
- General laborer
- Palletizing
- OSHA compliance
- Heavy equipment operations
- Lift equipment operation
- OSHA workplace safety
- Product inspection
- Inventory staging
- Work Planning and Prioritization
Certification
Forklift Operator License
Timeline
Forklift Operator / Instructor
Waiakea Water
01.2021 - 01.2025
Mover
Two Movers With Equipment
01.2020 - 01.2021
Drywall Finisher
A N D Drywall
01.2018 - Current
Laborer Operator
Lekili Nursery
01.2017 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Hilo High School