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Kelvin Graves

Houston,TX

Summary

To who It may concern

I am a highly trained Boilermaker offering excellent skills in flame cutting and repairs. For me Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of assembling and installing boiler systems is highly sought. I am also a punctual and dedicated Driver Helper skilled at moving, loading, and securing items for daily deliveries. I am a conscientious and team-oriented employee offering 8 years of experience in this field. The majority of my adult years have been filled with jobs that consist of labor work and I honestly feel I am a dedicated worker when it comes to any job that requires me to perform physically.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Transportation Driver

BIG FRIEGHT BIG FRIEGHT
05.2020 - Current
  • Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills, consistently meeting tight deadlines and maintaining punctuality for all scheduled routes.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and professional transportation services.
  • Communicated effectively with customers regarding shipment statuses, delays, or any other pertinent information.
  • Freeland contractor

Truck Driver Assistant

C AND T GLOBAL
03.2018 - 04.2020
  • Promoted excellent communication between drivers, dispatchers, and customers through clear verbal and written updates on shipment status.
  • Enabled cost savings through careful monitoring of fuel consumption levels during trips.
  • Maintained positive relationships with clients through respectful interactions at each drop-off location.

Warehouse Worker

TMD Staffing
02.2017 - 01.2018
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
  • Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.

Boilermaker Helper

Chemical Plant
03.2015 - 12.2016
  • Contributed to project completion by preparing work sites for installation or repair activities.
  • Streamlined operations, following blueprints and schematics accurately during installations or repairs.
  • Maintained positive relationships with clients, consistently delivering high-quality workmanship while adhering to project timelines.
  • Increased efficiency, assisting boilermakers with rigging, lifting, and positioning boiler parts.
  • Strengthened internal training initiatives by mentoring new Boilermaker Helpers on job-specific techniques, fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Truck Driver Assistant

C AND E GLOBAL
04.2014 - 01.2015
  • Promoted excellent communication between drivers, dispatchers, and customers through clear verbal and written updates on shipment status.
  • Maintained positive relationships with clients through respectful interactions at each drop-off location.
  • Enhanced company reputation by adhering to all local and federal transportation regulations during deliveries.
  • Enabled cost savings through careful monitoring of fuel consumption levels during trips.

Warehouse Unloader

WALMART
05.2012 - 05.2013
  • Ensured proper documentation of received goods by verifying accompanying paperwork against actual contents upon arrival.
  • Streamlined shipment processing for faster turnaround, implementing a systematic approach to unloading and sorting.
  • Reduced product damage by carefully handling items during the unloading process.
  • Contributed to accurate inventory management by efficiently updating stock records after each shipment''s arrival.

Laborer

TMD
04.2010 - 03.2012
  • Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.

Grocery Sacker

Krogers
03.2007 - 04.2010
  • Upheld company values through consistent adherence to set policies, procedures, and guidelines.
  • Streamlined customer transactions by assisting cashiers with bagging during peak hours.
  • Elevated overall shopping experiences through personalized interactions with each customer at checkout.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by learning various department tasks to provide support as needed throughout the store.

Education

High School Diploma -

Channiel View Highschool
Houston, TX
05.2010

Skills

  • Rigging Knowledge
  • Cutting Torch Operation
  • Structural fabrication
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Pipe fitting
  • GPS Navigation Familiarity
  • Heavy Lifting Proficiency
  • Forklift Operation Experience
  • Warehouse Safety Procedures
  • Loading and unloading
  • Order picking accuracy
  • Safety awareness
  • Proper lifting techniques

Timeline

Transportation Driver

BIG FRIEGHT BIG FRIEGHT
05.2020 - Current

Truck Driver Assistant

C AND T GLOBAL
03.2018 - 04.2020

Warehouse Worker

TMD Staffing
02.2017 - 01.2018

Boilermaker Helper

Chemical Plant
03.2015 - 12.2016

Truck Driver Assistant

C AND E GLOBAL
04.2014 - 01.2015

Warehouse Unloader

WALMART
05.2012 - 05.2013

Laborer

TMD
04.2010 - 03.2012

Grocery Sacker

Krogers
03.2007 - 04.2010

High School Diploma -

Channiel View Highschool
Kelvin Graves