Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

JOHN PEGRAM

Long Beach,CA

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Outgoing individual with well-honed organizational, labor and teamwork skills. Enthusiastic and team-driven with 20 years of experience working in busy Dockworker/ramp agent environments. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Dockworker

DHL
07.2018 - Current
  • Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
  • Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for immediate repair attention to avoid creating flight departure delays.
  • Guided aircraft into and out of parking positions using hand signals.
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Secured cargo using chains, load bars, wood blocks, and straps
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products

Ground Service Ramp Agent

Swissport International
01.2017 - 07.2018
  • Checked cargo and baggage for security to meet TSA regulations.
  • Coordinated ground crew activities to complete objectives on schedule.
  • Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Transferred luggage from aircraft to collection areas safely using Tugs equipment.
  • Coordinated with ramp agents to verify baggage was placed on correct outgoing flight.
  • Connected electrical power unit and hoses to aircraft.
  • Reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for immediate repair attention to avoid creating flight departure delays.
  • Guided aircraft into and out of parking positions using hand signals.
  • Loaded and unloaded luggage and freight and assisted crew and travelers with bags for over 12 daily flights

Ramp Agent/Fleet Service Agent

Envoy Airlines
07.2015 - 02.2017
  • Positioned and towed aircraft from remote locations of airport to designated areas for operation.
  • Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
  • Connected electrical power unit and hoses to aircraft.
  • Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
  • Communicated closely with ground crew, flight crew, and tow person via headset radio to maintain loading and unloading safety and efficiency.
  • Checked cargo and baggage for security to meet TSA regulations.
  • Reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for immediate repair attention to avoid creating flight departure delays.
  • Loaded and unloaded luggage and freight and assisted crew and travelers with bags for over 6 daily flights.
  • Transferred luggage from aircraft to collection areas safely using ground equipment.
  • Safely operated various types of equipment such as conveyor belts, push-back tractors and tugs.
  • Coordinated with ramp agents to verify baggage was placed on correct outgoing flight.
  • Guided aircraft into and out of parking positions using hand signals.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
  • Positioned and towed aircraft from remote locations of airport to designated areas for operation
  • Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved
  • Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation

Security Officer

Platt Security
11.2014 - 07.2015
  • Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
  • Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
  • Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
  • Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
  • Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
  • Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement

Ramp Service Agent

Delta Airlines LAX
05.1995 - 04.2014
  • Loaded and unloaded luggage and freight and assisted crew and travelers with bags for over 8 daily flights.
  • Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
  • Safely operated various types of equipment such as conveyor belts, push-back tractors and tugs.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Connected electrical power unit and hoses to aircraft.
  • Completed cargo manifests and flight paperwork for proper luggage and flight tracking.
  • Performed mathematical functions to interpret aircraft weight and balance loading instructions.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
  • Guided aircraft into and out of parking positions using hand signals.
  • Coordinated with ramp agents to verify baggage was placed on correct outgoing flight.
  • Checked cargo and baggage for security to meet TSA regulations.
  • Tracked flight schedules to promote on-time landings and avoid loading delays.
  • Positioned and towed aircraft from remote locations of airport to designated areas for operation.
  • Coordinated ground crew activities to complete objectives on schedule.
  • Transferred luggage from aircraft to collection areas safely using Ground equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Catholic High School For Boys
Little Rock, AR

Skills

  • Health and Safety Compliance
  • Hazardous Material Handling
  • Safe Equipment Operation
  • Safety Procedures
  • Materials Handling Safety Training
  • Operational Safety
  • Weighing Products
  • Safety Rules

Timeline

Dockworker

DHL
07.2018 - Current

Ground Service Ramp Agent

Swissport International
01.2017 - 07.2018

Ramp Agent/Fleet Service Agent

Envoy Airlines
07.2015 - 02.2017

Security Officer

Platt Security
11.2014 - 07.2015

Ramp Service Agent

Delta Airlines LAX
05.1995 - 04.2014

High School Diploma -

Catholic High School For Boys
JOHN PEGRAM