John Giroir
Zachary,LA
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 a wide range of heavy equipment. Talented problem-solver with strong ethics, integrity and relationship-building abilities.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Pratt Cogitator
Valparaiso, Indiana
08.2021 - 12.2025
- Operated forklifts to transport materials across warehouse efficiently.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment before operation.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for outgoing shipments.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for outgoing shipments. onto trailers for shipment.
- Organized inventory in designated storage areas for easy access.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow in warehouse.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area regularly.
Operator
Conrad Deepwater
Amelia, LA
01.2022 - 07.2023
- Operated drilling equipment safely and efficiently during offshore operations.
- Monitored equipment performance and reported issues to supervisors promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to execute daily operational tasks effectively.
- Conducted routine inspections of machinery to ensure proper functioning.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures in all operational activities diligently.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge of operations.
- Studied safety and emergency procedures to ensure compliance.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials across warehouse efficiently.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from delivery trucks promptly.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
Assembly Line Worker
Dometic
Sparta, Tennessee
08.2018 - 08.2020
- Followed standard operating procedures to assemble products accurately.
- Tightened bolts on tank components to ensure secure assembly. on various tank components using torque wrenches.
- Inspected and repaired tank components for optimal performance and safety.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment, such as tanks, bulldozers, and other large military vehicles.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Nov Tuboscope
Amelia, LA
08.2014 - 06.2016
- Operated heavy machinery for drilling and excavation tasks on various job sites.
- Drove industrial vehicles and equipment to transport goods and materials, load and unload designated trailers and route trucks.
- Load and unload steel materials from trucks or railcars onto storage racks.
- Operated a forklift to move, load and unload materials within the production area.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks for safe material handling.
- Managed inbound and outbound shipments using warehouse management systems.
- Inspected incoming materials for quality and accuracy against purchase orders.
Fitter, Welder, Operator
J-Ray Medermett
Amelia, LA
05.1996 - 08.2014
- Fabricated metal components using welding techniques such as MIG, TIG and Oxy-Acetylene welding.
- Deposited intermittent tack welds for fit-up and alignment of work assemblies.
- Fabricated steel molds for concrete using hand and power tools, welding operations and lifting equipment.
- Troubleshot problems related to fabrication process and proposed solutions for improvement.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly and fabrication tasks.
- Developed test plans for verifying accuracy of fabricated components before shipment.
Education
Operator - Heavy Equipment Operator
Woodson Center For Excellence
Abilene, TX03-1994
High School Diploma -
Woodson High School
Abilene, TX05-1991
Skills
- Forklift Operation
- Inventory management
- Shipping and Receiving Assistant
- Material Handling
- Safety compliance
- Inventory Management
- Equipment inspection
- Material Handling
Timeline
Operator
Conrad Deepwater
01.2022 - 07.2023
Forklift Operator
Pratt Cogitator
08.2021 - 12.2025
Assembly Line Worker
Dometic
08.2018 - 08.2020
Heavy Equipment Operator
Nov Tuboscope
08.2014 - 06.2016
Fitter, Welder, Operator
J-Ray Medermett
05.1996 - 08.2014
Operator - Heavy Equipment Operator
Woodson Center For Excellence
High School Diploma -
Woodson High School