Justin Alvarado
Mission,TX
Summary
Dedicated professional with experience in forklift operation and material handling. Skilled in adhering to safety regulations and managing inventory efficiently. Committed to maintaining organized workspaces and supporting team productivity for improved operational outcomes.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Tesla
Austin, Texas
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within production areas.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow in busy environments.
- Loaded and unloaded supplies from delivery trucks efficiently.
- Managed inventory by organizing pallets and stock in designated areas.
- Adhered to safety protocols while operating heavy machinery at all times.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workspaces for optimal efficiency.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
- Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
- Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material.
- Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from vehicles, ensuring secure and damage-free handling.
- Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.
- Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor.
Potato Harvester
Sea View
Tappen, ND
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Operated potato harvesting equipment to collect crops efficiently.
- Inspected harvested potatoes for quality and sorted according to standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize harvesting processes.
- Assisted in packaging harvested potatoes for distribution.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
- Cleaned and maintained harvesting equipment regularly.
- Identified, removed, and discarded damaged potatoes.
- Checked quality of harvested potatoes before loading onto truck beds.
- Assisted in loading and unloading of potatoes onto trucks.
- Harvested fruits and vegetables by hand.
- Cleared and maintained irrigation ditches for adequate water flow, dust suppression and crop growth.
Welder Helper
J&M Welding & Fabrication
Hobbs, New Mexico
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Assisted welders with setup and preparation of materials for fabrication.
- Maintained welding tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
- Helped with measuring and cutting materials to specified dimensions.
- Supported welders by holding components in place during assembly processes.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for various welding projects as needed.
- Operated hand tools, saws, routers and sanding equipment to prepare materials and finish project surfaces.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Removed damaged materials and prepared surfaces for optimal installations.
- Promoted team efficiency by consistently picking up excess materials and tools.
- Supported project planning by collecting and documenting measurements, marking installation points and cutting materials to desired sizes.
- Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
Tree Trimmer and Pruner
Ashplundh Tree Expert LLC
Edinburg, Texas
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Operated chainsaws and hand tools for safe tree trimming tasks.
- Cleared debris and branches from job sites to maintain safety.
- Assessed tree health and conditions to determine trimming needs.
- Collaborated with team members to execute tree care plans effectively.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure personal and team safety during operations.
- Maintained equipment in good working condition through regular inspections.
- Utilized climbing gear, chainsaws, pole saws, and other tools for trimming and cutting trees.
- Cleaned up job sites upon completion of work including sweeping debris away from walkways, driveways, lawns.
- Eliminated diseased, damaged, overcrowded or weak branches.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls concerning fallen trees or limbs after storms or high winds.
- Assessed tree health and identified hazardous trees for trimming or removal.
- Pruned limbs away from buildings and power lines to ensure safety standards were met.
- Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
- Adhered to industry safety regulations while operating machinery.
- Guaranteed customer satisfaction through quality service delivery.
- Performed routine maintenance on equipment used for tree trimming.
- Transported debris from job sites to designated disposal areas.
- Trimmed and thinned shrubs as requested by property owners.
- Utilized hooks, belts and ladders to climb up trees and prune tall branches.
- Reduced height of large trees when necessary and directed by clients.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Removed dead, damaged, or unwanted trees from various properties and public areas.
- Conducted traffic control setup around work areas to ensure safety of crew and public.
- Maintained hand and power tools through proper operation, cleaning and maintenance.
- Sawed off large tree limbs with chainsaws when necessary.
Education
High School Diploma -
Palmview Highschool
Palmview, Tx06-2021
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Apprentice
South Texas College
McAllen, TXSkills
- Forklift and lift equipment operation
- Safety compliance and OSHA training
- Inventory management and material handling
- Equipment maintenance and warehouse support
- Time management and adaptability
- Attention to detail and barcode scanning
- Material distribution and sourcing
- Pallet stacking and shipping/receiving
- Assembly line experience and material packaging
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Potato Harvester
Sea View
09.2022 - 12.2022
Forklift Operator
Tesla
08.2022 - 08.2023
Welder Helper
J&M Welding & Fabrication
03.2022 - 07.2022
Tree Trimmer and Pruner
Ashplundh Tree Expert LLC
06.2021 - 02.2022
High School Diploma -
Palmview Highschool
Some College (No Degree) - Electrical Apprentice
South Texas College