Joshua Garcia
Summary
Detail-oriented operator with proven skills in equipment operation and hazardous material handling. Committed to maintaining safety compliance and training new operators to uphold operational standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Operator - Material Handling
Savage Services
Chicago
06.2022 - Current
- Operated various pumps, valves and other related equipment in a safe manner.
- Expertise in working with Sulfur to ensure safe and proper handling of the material.
- Expertise in loading material into trucks/rail tank cars.
- Expertise in unloading material from rucks/rail tank cars into tank.
- Experience in operating a conveyor to stockpile prill.
- Experience in loading prill onto barges.
- Preformed daily strapping of tank to accurately measure material inventory.
- Preformed daily steam reading documentation.
- Preformed hourly inspections of steam gauges around facility to ensure proper function.
- Accurately completed BOL's to ensure proper documentation of materials.
- Attended and contributed to monthly safety team meetings.
- Safely operated heavy yellow equipment.
- Followed standard operating procedures for all tasks performed within the plant environment.
- Complied with OSHA safety guidelines while handling hazardous materials.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving hazardous materials or equipment malfunctions.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and operational procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area and equipment in accordance with safety regulations.
City Carrier Assistant
United States Postal Service, USPS
Chicago
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Sorted and delivered mail efficiently to designated routes.
- Operated postal vehicles safely while adhering to traffic regulations.
- Collected outgoing mail from collection boxes and businesses regularly.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries and pickups daily.
- Handled packages and parcels with care to prevent damage.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
- Organized packages in route sequence and delivered to correct addresses.
- Prepared mail in sequence of delivery for optimal productivity.
- Inspected vehicles daily to ensure safe operation.
Patient Transporter
Illinois Masonic Medical Center
Chicago
10.2019 - 12.2021
- Transported patients safely between departments and medical facilities.
- Assisted nursing staff with patient transfers, ensuring safety and comfort through proper lifting techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of transport equipment and vehicles.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure patient comfort during transport.
- Documented transportation activities in electronic health records accurately.
- Supported patients by addressing concerns during transport, enhancing their overall experience.
- Greeted patients and clearly explained transport plan and destination, ensuring understanding and comfort.
- Reviewed medical documents for accuracy before patient transport.
Law Office Assistant
Corboy & Demetrio
Chicago
05.2017 - 09.2019
- Prepared legal documents and correspondence for attorney review and approval.
- Conducted legal research to strengthen case preparations and inform strategies.
- Supported attorneys by summarizing case information and key details for reviews.
- Proofread documents, including contracts and letters, to ensure accuracy before submission.
- Organized documents for filing, maintained client files, and prepared new client intake forms.
- Organized case files for efficient retrieval and document management.
- Maintained office supplies inventory to ensure readiness for daily operations.
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner; responded to inquiries; directed them appropriately.
- Handled telephone calls, meeting plans and conference organization requirements.
Education
Associate of Arts - English Language And Literature
Harold Washington City College
Chicago, IL06-2019
High School Diploma -
George Washington High School
Chicago, IL06-2017
Skills
- Heavy equipment operation
- Equipment operation
- Hazardous material handling
- Safety compliance
- OSHA regulations adherence
- Standard operating procedures
- Emergency response
- Operational documentation
- Training new operators
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Operator - Material Handling
Savage Services
06.2022 - Current
City Carrier Assistant
United States Postal Service, USPS
02.2022 - 05.2022
Patient Transporter
Illinois Masonic Medical Center
10.2019 - 12.2021
Law Office Assistant
Corboy & Demetrio
05.2017 - 09.2019
Associate of Arts - English Language And Literature
Harold Washington City College
High School Diploma -
George Washington High School