Keith Abbott
Longview,WA
Summary
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Driver
United Gypsum
Rainer Oregon
07.2013 - Current
- Handled multiple tasks simultaneously to maximize work efficiency.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Unloaded trucks and rail cars and moved materials to staging area.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Located proper slots on storage racks and set pallets in place with forklift.
- Removed orders from storage, wrapped, and staged for shipments.
- Examined shipments for quality and accuracy.
- Checked items against documentation for accuracy.
- Loaded warehouse trailers using forklift.
- Safely operated lift beams, swivel-hooks, hoists and forklifts.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
- 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.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Small Engine Mechanic
United Rental
Longview, WA
07.1990 - 07.2013
- Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Finalized daily logs on schedule to update internal records and uphold DOT requirements.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maintained safe driving record by observing road rules, remaining cautious, and alert in unfamiliar areas and keeping control of vehicle.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Secured loads with proper strapping and bracing techniques to prevent damage to valuable assets across long-haul transports.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Lubricated, cleaned and repaired parts and components to carry out effective small engine preventive and reparative maintenance processes.
- Tested and inspected engines to determine malfunctions, locate missing and broken parts and verify repairs using diagnostic instruments.
- Changed out parts, fixed systems and refurbished elements to complete repairs on different types of small engines.
- Identified root causes of engine problems to pinpoint trouble and determine optimal repair strategies.
- Followed factory service manual protocols to restore, maintain and test small engine equipment.
- Removed, disassembled, inspected and completely renewed engines to perform complete equipment overhauls.
- Dismantled engines using hand tools and examined parts for defects.
- Recorded repairs made, time spent and parts used.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Class A Truck Driver Heavy Equipment
United Rentals
Longview, WA
07.1990 - 07.2013
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Monitored and managed fuel consumption and expenses for management reporting.
- Verified contents of inventory loads against Bills of Lading.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
- Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
- Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
- Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
- Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
- Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clatskanie High School
Clatskanie, OR06.1987
Skills
- Pallet Disassembly and Assembly
- Inspect Loads
- Handheld Scanners
- Performing Routine Maintenance
- Load Inspection
- OSHA Compliance
- Repairing Tires
- Parts Cleaning and Lubrication
- Loading and Unloading
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Wrapping and Banding
- Maintain Vehicles
- Inventory Staging
- Storage and Stacking
- Order Picking and Processing
- Equipment Maintenance
- Lawn Mowing
- Bathroom Remodeling
- Flatbed Trailer Load Security
- Tractor Maintenance
- Staging and Sorting
- Hydraulic Fluid
- Belt Conveyors
- Safety Awareness
- High-Lift Trucks
- Class A CDL
- Certified Forklift Operator
Lawn and Gardening
My hobby's are working outside in the yard mowing and gardening.
I enjoy working on small engins like mowers and chainsaws
Im also an outdoorsman and love hunting and riding quads.
Timeline
Forklift Driver
United Gypsum
07.2013 - Current
Small Engine Mechanic
United Rental
07.1990 - 07.2013
Class A Truck Driver Heavy Equipment
United Rentals
07.1990 - 07.2013
High School Diploma -
Clatskanie High School
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