Experienced in operating power equipment including forklifts, power lifts, and booms, ensuring safety and efficiency in all tasks. Proficient in managing daily paperwork and records, contributing to streamlined operations. Skilled in shipping and handling processes, optimizing logistics and inventory management. Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team to achieve project goals.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Freight Conductor
Canadian National Railroad
Fond du Lac
03.2018 - 03.2025
Built trains in compliance with Federal Railroad Administration regulations.
Ensured safe transport of hazardous cars through proper marshaling procedures.
Inspected train operations, confirming functionality of all cars prior to departure.
Obtained and verified shipping and FRA paperwork for seamless crew transitions.
Communicated consistently with engineer to ensure adherence to set speeds and signals and all USOR rules.
Department Manager
Lowe's Home Improvement
N. Westminster
03.2013 - 05.2017
Led a team of 10 associates to execute daily departmental tasks and support cross-departmental needs.
Provided customer feedback on orders and resolved product-related issues.
Calculated project costs and developed blueprints for basements, fences, and decks.
Coordinated special orders with local and national vendors for customer products.
Maintained inventory control, ensuring adequate stock availability for sales.
General laborer
Smithfield Packing
Tar Heel
06.2011 - 10.2012
Managed equipment operation and maintenance for product labeling and packaging.
Ensured products met vendor quality standards through control measures.
Prepared goods for shipping with appropriate marking and packaging processes.
Conducted safety training to enhance workplace safety procedures among employees.
Airborne Infantryman
United States Army
Fort Benning
08.2006 - 05.2009
Achieved role of team leader, overseeing three personnel and ensuring mission readiness.
Conducted meetings to disseminate crucial information to team members.
Trained peers and subordinates on job functions and daily operations.
Managed accountability for hundreds of thousands of dollars in technology and weapons.
Education
General studies -
Lumberton Senior High School
Lumberton, NC
Skills
Safety compliance
Customer relationship management
Team leadership
Effective communication
Problem solving
Inventory control
Quality assurance
Decision making
Seasonable Experience
Operating power equipment such as fork lifts/power lifts/booms
Handling day to day paperwork and records
Shipping/handling
Working as a member of a team or alone to complete any job