Joshua Deckler
Eaton Rapids
Summary
Professional warehouse worker with strong background in efficient inventory management and order fulfillment. Skilled in operating forklifts, managing stock levels, and ensuring timely deliveries. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, consistently adapting to changing needs. Reliable and flexible with excellent organizational and problem-solving skills.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cashier/Forklift Driver/Lumber Yard Worker
Ace Hardware
07.2024 - Current
- Processed customer transactions accurately using POS systems.
- Maintained organized and well-stocked checkout areas for efficiency.
- Provided exceptional customer service, resolving inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance overall store operations.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to efficiently move materials throughout the yard.
- Assisted customers in selecting lumber and hardware products, enhancing overall service experience.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures within the yard environment.
- Monitored stock levels, identifying needs for reordering or adjusting inventory displays.
- Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation in the yard.
- Lifted, moved and handled various building materials throughout yard using forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Assisted customers with loading lumber and other various building materials.
- Maintained appearance of yard and racks by disposing of trash and debris and keeping stock organized.
- Prepared materials for safe movement and shipment and used banding machine, clincher, stretch film, and crating.
- Understood basic technology drawings, shipping documents and movement forms and routed and stocked incoming and outgoing products accurately.
- Built loads and loaded trucks for outbound delivery.
- Restocked lumber and building materials to maintain adequate supply for customers.
- Managed incoming shipments of lumber, verifying accuracy and quality before adding to inventory.
- Reduced waste by efficiently cutting lumber according to customer specifications.
- Delivered products efficiently to customers, ensuring timely and accurate service.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
HVAC Helper/Installer
Horn Heating & Cooling
06.2013 - 02.2016
- Assisted in installation and maintenance of HVAC systems, ensuring optimal performance.
- Maintained inventory of tools and equipment, ensuring readiness for daily tasks.
- Operated various hand and power tools safely to complete HVAC installations.
- Conducted routine inspections of HVAC systems, identifying areas for improvement.
- Collaborated with senior technicians to diagnose complex issues and implement effective solutions.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes and regulations by adhering to industry-standard practices during all installations, repairs, and maintenance tasks.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Disassembled broken, defective, and worn out equipment to aid with repairs.
HVAC Helper/Installer
Daryl’s A/C & Heating
01.2013 - 05.2013
- Supported technicians with troubleshooting and repairs, enhancing service efficiency.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry trends, best practices, and new technology advancements in the HVAC field.
- Assisted in the installation of new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for enhanced energy savings.
- Maximized job site efficiency with proper preparation of materials needed for each assignment according to specifications provided by senior technicians or project managers.
- Streamlined inventory management by organizing tools and equipment for easy access during job assignments.
- Demonstrated attention to detail when reading blueprints or schematics for accurate installation or repair processes.
- Supported environmental sustainability initiatives by properly disposing of refrigerants and other hazardous materials in accordance with regulatory guidelines.
- Improved system efficiency by conducting regular maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
- Installed new equipment in multiple customer locations.
- Inspected and tested equipment for conformance with specifications.
- Trained customers on how to use, configure and maintain installed equipment.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
Material Handler
Reynolds Pactiv
06.2012 - 08.2012
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transport materials efficiently across production areas.
- Organized inventory storage to enhance accessibility and streamline retrieval processes.
- Inspected incoming shipments for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with specifications.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Read production orders, work orders, shipping orders and requisitions to determine items to be moved, gathered, or distributed.
- Expedited order fulfillment by accurately picking, packing, and shipping products to customers.
- Supported production line with timely material supply, keeping operations running without interruptions.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
Warehouse Labor
Blackrock Wholesale
04.2011 - 07.2011
- Attach identifying tags to containers or mark them with identifying information.
- Read work orders or receive oral instructions to determine work assignments or material or equipment
needs. - Record Check the move board daily for all moves, estimates, and pack jobs posted
- Examine the Move Board and confer with the Quality Control Manager to get assignments and directions
on the type of equipment needed and amount of packing material needed - Complete the Local and Long Distance Material Checklist on all trucks as assigned to make sure all needed
material are on board prior to going out on a move. - Adhere to company moving policies and procedures to pack, unpack, load and unload household goods.
- Inspects and inventories all loading operations to ensure compliance with shipping specifications and
seals loaded truck doors. - Observes packing and wrapping operations to verify conformance to specifications.
- Assure conformance to loading patterns to prevent shifting or damage to household goods during transit.
- Verify household goods loaded or unloaded against Household Goods or Bill of Lading.
- Move freight, stock, or other materials to and from storage or production areas, loading docks, delivery
vehicles, or containers, by hand or using trucks, Forklift, or other equipment. - Sort cargo before loading and unloading.
- Pack containers and re-pack damaged containers.
Delivery Truck Driver
National Autobody Parts & Warehouse
09.2010 - 12.2010
- Operated delivery truck to transport auto parts efficiently across designated routes.
- Ensured accurate loading and unloading of materials, maintaining safety protocols during transit.
- Organized delivery paperwork including invoices, manifests, and proof of delivery documents for accurate record keeping.
- Conducted pre-and post-trip vehicle inspections to identify maintenance needs or potential hazards for safe operation on the road.
- Supported warehouse operations by assisting in loading and unloading trucks, organizing inventory, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
- Operated equipment such as hand trucks and carts to efficiently load and unload vehicles, consistently maintaining tight timetables.
- Utilized GPS technology to accurately navigate routes, minimizing delays due to traffic or road closures.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
HVAC Helper
Daryl’s AC and Heating
11.2009 - 01.2010
- Assisted technicians with installation and repair of HVAC systems, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated in troubleshooting HVAC issues, enhancing system performance and reliability.
- Maintained accurate inventory of tools and materials, optimizing workflow efficiency on job sites.
- Supported routine maintenance tasks for residential and commercial HVAC units, improving service consistency.
- Inspected and tested refrigeration systems, safety devices and controls to determine proper functionality.
- Set up ladders and other access equipment.
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Disassembled broken, defective, and worn out equipment to aid with repairs.
- Assisted in the installation of new heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for enhanced energy savings.
- Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, piping schemes and engineering specifications to diagnose and repair units.
Infantryman
United States Army
01.2007 - 07.2009
- Developed soldier skills by providing guidance on marksmanship, physical fitness, and tactical maneuvers.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance, and explosives.
- Provided security for military installations by conducting regular perimeter patrols and monitoring access points.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Secured key locations during operations, establishing a safe environment for friendly forces to operate within.
- Operated advanced communication systems to maintain constant contact between ground forces and higher headquarters.
- Conducted reconnaissance patrols to gather valuable intelligence, contributing to informed decision-making during operations.
- Maintained high standards of weapons handling, ensuring safety and preparedness.
- Instructed squad members on proper use of weapons and equipment.
- Used modern communication systems to relay orders to squad members.Assists in the performance of reconnaissance operations.
- Record operational information on maps.
- Uses maps and map overlays, performs intersection and resection, and determines elevation and grid azimuths.
Education
GED -
Round Rock, Texas High School
Round Rock, TexasCertificate - Hvac
Austin School of A/C & Refrigeration
Austin04-2010
Industrial Electric Pallet Jack Liscence - undefined
Certificate - Infantryman/ War
Infantry Basic And AIT Training
Fort Benning, GA03-2007
Skills
- Customer service
- POS systems
- Forklift operation
- Order picking and processing
- Materials handling
- Forklift maintenance
- Materials transport
- Blueprint interpretation
- Small business HVAC repair
- Warehouse operations
- Small arms weaponry
- Multitasking Abilities
Accomplishments
- Army Commendation Medal
- National Defense Medal
- Iraq Campaign Medal
Certification
- Graduated the United States Army Basic Infantryman’s Training- Army Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Iraq Campaign Medal
- Certified on multiple small arms weapon systems
Timeline
Cashier/Forklift Driver/Lumber Yard Worker
Ace Hardware
07.2024 - Current
HVAC Helper/Installer
Horn Heating & Cooling
06.2013 - 02.2016
HVAC Helper/Installer
Daryl’s A/C & Heating
01.2013 - 05.2013
Material Handler
Reynolds Pactiv
06.2012 - 08.2012
Warehouse Labor
Blackrock Wholesale
04.2011 - 07.2011
Delivery Truck Driver
National Autobody Parts & Warehouse
09.2010 - 12.2010
HVAC Helper
Daryl’s AC and Heating
11.2009 - 01.2010
Infantryman
United States Army
01.2007 - 07.2009
Industrial Electric Pallet Jack Liscence - undefined
GED -
Round Rock, Texas High School
Certificate - Hvac
Austin School of A/C & Refrigeration
Certificate - Infantryman/ War
Infantry Basic And AIT Training