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
Houston, TX
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
Houston, TX
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
Texas City, TX
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
Houston, TX
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
Houston, TX
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
Houston, TX
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
Houston, TX
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, TX05.2010
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