Jorge O. Gonzales
Crosby
Summary
Cooperative forklift operator with extensive experience in lifting and transporting heavy loads using warehouse equipment. Proficient in operating multiple classes of forklifts and skilled in handling a variety of heavy machinery. Strong problem-solving abilities complemented by a commitment to ethics and relationship-building.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Excel
Houston
03.2024 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials across job sites safely.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure equipment functionality and safety compliance.
- Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize daily workload and assignments.
- Participated in regular safety meetings to promote a culture of workplace safety.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
- Followed safety protocols while working on ladders or scaffolding as needed.
- Assisted in setting up scaffolding or ladders when needed at the job site.
- Assembled and erected scaffolding systems with appropriate tools and safety equipment.
- Set up scaffolding for elevated work areas as required by safety regulations.
Forklift Operator
McDermott
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Operated forklifts, including counterbalance and rough terrain models, to efficiently move and unload materials.
- Inspected and maintained forklifts and material-handling equipment, reporting issues promptly.
- Adhered to safety protocols and regulations, including OSHA standards.
- Safely handled hazardous materials as required by operational demands.
- Organized and stored materials in designated locations for optimal efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with colleagues and supervisors regarding inventory status and handling needs.
Forklift Operator
Sunbelt Rentals
Houston
01.2020 - 05.2023
- Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
- Weighed materials or products to record data on tags or labels.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
- Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Reported safety and quality issues to management.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
Forklift Operator
Austin Industrial
Houston
10.2017 - 12.2019
- Constructed and assembled scaffolding for various construction projects.
- Ensured compliance with safety standards and regulations on job sites.
- Collaborated with team members to plan and execute scaffold installations.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment for efficient scaffold building.
- Trained new workers on proper scaffold assembly techniques and safety protocols.
- Operated machinery in busy environments and maintained safety around equipment, people and other projects.
- Safely constructed hung, tube and clip and modular scaffolding systems.
- Performed visual inspections on all completed work before signoff from supervisor.
Labor Worker
Ramirez Construction
Houston
06.2016 - 10.2017
- Designed frameworks for residential and commercial structures to meet safety standards.
- Executed drywall installation and carpentry trimming for precise finishes.
- Administered painting processes to achieve desired color schemes.
- Handled materials using forklift and electric pallet jack to maximize efficiency.
Forklift Operator
Texas Terminals
Houston
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Executed loading and unloading of barges, vessels, and 18-wheelers efficiently.
- Operated forklift to facilitate material handling and transportation.
- Maintained a clean and organized working environment to ensure safety standards.
Carpenter
Boaz Export Crating
01.2016 - 06.2016
- Utilized forklift for transporting materials, enhancing workflow productivity.
- Created and assembled crates for export materials, adhering to quality control measures.
- Sustained organized and clean workspace to facilitate smooth operations.
Shipping and Receiving
Tex Trude
01.2014 - 12.2015
- Responsible for pulling orders, loading/unloading of inbound and outbound trucks, operate forklift, stock inventory and maintain a clean working environment.
Forklift Operator
Sun Packing
Houston
08.2010 - 03.2012
- Facilitated loading and unloading of inbound and outbound trucks, operated forklift to maneuver materials, retrieved parts and prepared them for shipment.
Carpenter
Ayala Constructions
Houston
05.2005 - 08.2008
- Enhance functionality and aesthetics of homes and commercial properties via renovation and remodeling
Education
GED -
San Jacinto College
03.1998
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Safety compliance
- Load stability assessment
- Equipment maintenance
- Effective communication
- Material organization
- Attention to detail
- Heavy equipment operations
- Team collaboration
- Forklift operator certification
- Scaffold assembly
- Tool utilization
- Quality assurance
- Problem solving
- Structural analysis
- Scaffold erection
- Safety regulations
- Industrial scaffolding
- Fall protection
- Scaffold inspection
Languages
English (Fluent), Spanish (Fluent)
References
- Joseph Welch 832-993-4589
- Jimmy Garza 956-379-4860
- Mario Vega 832-514-8759
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Excel
03.2024 - Current
Forklift Operator
McDermott
05.2023 - 03.2024
Forklift Operator
Sunbelt Rentals
01.2020 - 05.2023
Forklift Operator
Austin Industrial
10.2017 - 12.2019
Labor Worker
Ramirez Construction
06.2016 - 10.2017
Forklift Operator
Texas Terminals
01.2016 - 06.2016
Carpenter
Boaz Export Crating
01.2016 - 06.2016
Shipping and Receiving
Tex Trude
01.2014 - 12.2015
Forklift Operator
Sun Packing
08.2010 - 03.2012
Carpenter
Ayala Constructions
05.2005 - 08.2008
GED -
San Jacinto College
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