Ken Harkema
Driver/Warehouse worker
Sun City,Az
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Job Title position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Team-oriented warehouse professional accustomed to streamlining shipping and receiving processes to increase overall efficiency. Industrious and dedicated with talents in team leadership and motivation. Energetic individual equipped to work hard in fast-paced, constantly changing environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Worker
Express Temporary Employment Professionals
Peoria, Az
05.2025 - 07.2025
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Used handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight throughout distribution network.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 80 pounds.
Ambassador
CLEAR
Phoenix
10.2023 - 05.2025
- Assist with operational policies and procedures to drive services.
- Greeted customers and clients to create welcoming atmosphere.
- Engaged guests in conversation to offer hospitality, aid in service recovery and engender trust.
- Promoted good customer relations and premier customer satisfaction by demonstrating friendly demeanor and can-do attitude.
Driver
Veyo, Lyft, and Uber
Sun City, Az
03.2017 - 10.2023
- Safely transported passengers to and from various locations
- Provided excellent customer service to passengers to establish repeat business and positive ratings.
Personal Trainer
Fitness 19
Colorado Springs, Co
02.2011 - 06.2017
- Assessed client fitness levels and created individualized plans
- Formed relationships with members and guests to help pursue total body care goals
- Educated clients on benefits of an active lifestyle and proper nutrition
- Evaluated client health history questionnaires to determine appropriate individual exercise program
- Built client base by conducting orientations and providing personal training sessions
- Instructed members on proper use of club equipment and exercise techniques
- Tracked client progress and adjusted plans to meet goals
- Demonstrated exercises to clients and modified them as necessary
- Motivated and inspired clients to achieve results and reach goals.
Perkins Motors
Colorado Springs
05.2007 - 02.2011
- Developed and maintained strong customer relationships and networks within designated sales territory
- Adapted to and remained flexible in changing, fast-paced work environment
- Worked with management teams to develop annual sales plans, goals, and targets
- Communicated product features, advantages, and benefits to customers
- Negotiated contract agreements with clients and suppliers to create mutually beneficial business relationships
- Remained current on relevant product and industry information to provide up-to-date catalogs and services
- Advised clients regarding accounts, pricing schedules, and financing options.
Education
DIPLOMA IN PHYSICAL FITNESS - Personal Trainer
National Personal Training Institute
Colorado Springs, COHIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Horizon High School
Scottsdale, AZSkills
- Customer relationship management
- Hospitality services
- Effective communication
- Client engagement
- Service recovery
- Relationship building
- Problem solving
- Active listening
- Presentation skills
- Conflict resolution
- Adaptability
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Express Temporary Employment Professionals
05.2025 - 07.2025
Ambassador
CLEAR
10.2023 - 05.2025
Driver
Veyo, Lyft, and Uber
03.2017 - 10.2023
Personal Trainer
Fitness 19
02.2011 - 06.2017
Perkins Motors
05.2007 - 02.2011
DIPLOMA IN PHYSICAL FITNESS - Personal Trainer
National Personal Training Institute
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Horizon High School
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