Jonathan Kimball
Lebanon,TN
Summary
Forklift Driver with six years experience. Time management skills are excellent and likes to get work done in a timely manner. Willing to learn new things, and is teachable. Hard worker and motivated. Has experience in running heavy machinery.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Delivery Driver
Spark Delivery
07.2025 - Current
- Delivered packages efficiently to customers, ensuring timely and accurate service.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and functionality through regular inspections and maintenance checks.
- Navigated routes using GPS technology to optimize delivery times and reduce fuel consumption.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Reduced vehicle downtime and repair costs by performing routine maintenance checks and adhering to preventive measures.
- Enhanced customer trust by providing courteous and professional service during deliveries.
- Improved delivery accuracy by diligently checking orders before departure.
- Strengthened company reputation through polite and friendly interactions with customers during deliveries.
- Assisted with loading and unloading of goods to prevent delays and ensure timely deliveries.
Foreman
Four Rivers Lawn Care
05.2024 - 09.2025
- Operated equipment safely and in a timely manner.
- Implemented new landscaping techniques, improving project outcomes and client satisfaction.
- Developed strong client relationships through effective communication and timely project updates, fostering repeat business.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Trained staff on equipment usage, safety protocols, and best practices for lawn maintenance.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns promptly, fostering strong client relationships and repeat business.
- Enhanced lawn health by implementing proper mowing, fertilizing, and watering techniques.
- Maintained safety standards by regularly inspecting equipment and performing necessary maintenance or repairs.
- Reduced customer complaints by swiftly addressing and resolving any landscaping issues or concerns.
- Increased efficiency by maintaining an organized inventory system for tools, equipment, and supplies needed for daily operations.
- Streamlined team efficiency through effective delegation of tasks and clear communication of goals and expectations.
- Maintained tools and equipment to foster safe and consistent operation.
- Monitored weather conditions to plan work schedules effectively and minimize project delays.
- Delegated tasks to workers daily, taking into account personal skill levels, daily targets and necessary condition adaptations.
Associate/ Backup Driver
Dowell Lawn Care
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Operated equipment safely and in a timely manner.
- Clean properties from debris.
- Cleaned mulch beds.
- Provided exceptional service to clients, leading to increased repeat business and positive feedback.
- Maintained clean and organized vehicle, enhancing professional image of company.
Forklift Operator/Warehouse Order Selector
GXO
10.2023 - 03.2024
- Operated forklifts to transport materials and products efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure safety and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize loading and unloading processes, reducing turnaround time.
- Assisted in training new operators on safe forklift operation and best practices for handling materials.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to enhance accuracy in stock management.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
Foreman
Greenfoot Landscapes
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Mowed grass.
- Trim the bushes.
- Sprayed Weeds
- Check in and out of properties using the app.
- Coordinated equipment maintenance schedules, minimizing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Streamlined workflow processes, increasing productivity while maintaining high-quality standards in landscape design.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Collaborated with project managers in planning stages, advising on schedule adjustments and potential obstacles.
- Monitored progress against established benchmarks, adjusting strategies as necessary to meet targets consistently.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
Forklift Operator
L&W Engineering
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within warehouse, ensuring timely delivery to production lines.
- Conducted routine inspections and maintenance of forklifts, enhancing safety and operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize material handling processes, reducing downtime between tasks.
- Trained new operators on safe forklift operation and workplace safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Maneuvered the forklift safely in congested and confined areas using skill and technique.
Foreman
Colorburst Lanscapes
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Mowed grass
- Trim the bushes.
- Sprayed Weeds
- Supervised daily landscape operations, ensuring adherence to project timelines and quality standards.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Managed equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime due to mechanical failure or repairs.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
Forklift Driver / Restock
Sams Club
01.2010 - 01.2013
- Get product in and out of the steel
- Change batteries on forklift
- Restock by pallets
- Organize and clean work space
- Operated forklifts to efficiently transport goods within warehouse environment.
- Conducted routine safety checks on equipment to ensure operational compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and minimize delays.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with precision, minimizing damage to products during transport.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by expertly operating forklifts to move, stack, and organize materials.
- Handled multiple tasks simultaneously to maximize work efficiency.
- Located proper slots on storage racks and set pallets in place with forklift.
- Completed daily inspections of the warehouse area to identify potential hazards or issues needing attention.
- Maintained cleanliness of the warehouse area by disposing of waste materials and keeping aisles clear of obstructions.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Maneuvered the forklift safely in congested and confined areas using skill and technique.
Education
GED -
Amarillo College
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Valid Driver's license
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Dependable and reliable
- Problem-solving
- Forklift operation
- Flexible and adaptable
- Multitasking Abilities
- Calm under pressure
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
Timeline
Delivery Driver
Spark Delivery
07.2025 - Current
Foreman
Four Rivers Lawn Care
05.2024 - 09.2025
Associate/ Backup Driver
Dowell Lawn Care
03.2024 - 05.2024
Forklift Operator/Warehouse Order Selector
GXO
10.2023 - 03.2024
Foreman
Greenfoot Landscapes
01.2019 - 01.2023
Forklift Operator
L&W Engineering
01.2016 - 01.2019
Foreman
Colorburst Lanscapes
01.2013 - 01.2016
Forklift Driver / Restock
Sams Club
01.2010 - 01.2013
GED -
Amarillo College