Joseph Richards
Houston
Summary
Experienced safety and heavy equipment operations specialist with a proven track record of ensuring workplace safety and optimizing equipment efficiency. Skilled in conducting thorough assessments, implementing effective safety protocols and providing comprehensive training to personnel.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner Operator
Joe's Mobile Mechanic Inc.
12.2019 - Current
- Travel to clients' location to diagnose , repair, and maintain vehicles or equipment.
- Conduct thorough inspections of vehicles or equipment to identify any potential problems, safety concerns, or maintenance needs.
- Perform scheduled maintenance tasks such as oil changes, filer replacements, fluid checks, tire rotations, and brake inspections to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
- Utilize diagnostic tools and equipment to identify and diagnose tools and equipment to identify and diagnose issues with engines, electrical systems, transmissions, and other vehicle components.
- Removal and replacing of factory or worn-out parts such as belts, hoses, spark plugs, brake pads, and batteries to restore proper functionality.
Forklift Operator
Gulf Stream Marine
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
- Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
Team Manager
Republic Tube
11.2017 - 06.2019
- Coordinated team collaboration to share ideas and build best practices.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained team members, increasing quality of work and employee motivation.
- Led employee relations through effective communication, coaching, training, and development.
- Delivered regular team meetings for aligned work towards common goals.
- Drove performance of staff by creating incentives and positive work atmosphere and administering recognition and rewards programs.
- Oversaw and coordinated various pipe-related projects, including planning, scheduling, resource allocation and insuring timely completion of tasks.
- Identified opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and efficiency enhancement in pipe production and implemented appropriate strategies or initiatives.
- Monitored and managed inventory levels including raw materials and finished products, to ensure availability and prevent stock outs or overstock situations.
- Implemented training programs to maximise team member development and potential.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Engineering Technology
Houston Community College- Northline Campus
Houston, TX08.2019
Skills
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Business Planning
- Staff Management
- Quality Management Systems
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Equipment Proficiency
- Heavy Machinery Operation
- Materials Handling
- Trained Forklift Operator
- Backhoe Excavation
- Logistics
- Client Relations
Certification
OSHA 30
CPR Certification
Heavy Machine Operator
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Gulf Stream Marine
02.2022 - 12.2022
Owner Operator
Joe's Mobile Mechanic Inc.
12.2019 - Current
Team Manager
Republic Tube
11.2017 - 06.2019
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Engineering Technology
Houston Community College- Northline Campus
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