Kenard Byrd
Buffalo Junction,VA
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Worker
Sandy Fork Farm Supply
Buffalo Junction, VA
05.2023 - Current
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Assisted in receiving, stocking and distribution of merchandise.
- Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as Number pounds.
- Used machinery and equipment such as box cutters, shrink-wrap guns and electric pallet jacks.
- Increased accuracy of inventory records through meticulous documentation and regular audits.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Successfully navigated large shipments of materials through tight spaces and busy facilities.
- Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential hazards promptly.
Sales Associate
Dollar General Market
Clarksville, VA
06.2016 - 02.2017
- Provided personalized shopping experiences for repeat customers by remembering their preferences and offering tailored recommendations.
- Managed conflict resolution with dissatisfied customers professionally, resulting in improved customer retention rates.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Minimized wait times for customers during peak hours, maintaining a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
Heavy Duty Equipment Operator
Blythe Development
Boydton, VA
11.2020 - 12.2023
- Demonstrated versatility by mastering multiple types of heavy-duty equipment including excavators, bulldozers, backhoes, graders, and loaders.
- Enhanced team productivity by training new equipment operators and providing guidance when needed.
- Enabled accurate cost estimation for projects by providing detailed data regarding material usage and labor hours.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
- Achieved consistent results in challenging environments by adapting quickly to changing weather conditions and terrain.
- Increased safety on the job site by adhering to strict safety guidelines while operating heavy machinery.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Inspected and maintained heavy equipment used in construction projects.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Maintained accurate logs of equipment operation hours, maintenance activities, and project progress for streamlined record-keeping purposes.
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Town Of Clarksville
Clarksville, VA
11.2019 - 11.2021
- Drafted reports and maintained logs on meter readings, tests, chemical and equipment usage as required by State.
- Conducted routine laboratory tests to monitor water quality parameters, adjusting treatment processes accordingly for optimal results.
- Activated pumps, valves and processing equipment to move water through treatment processes and added chemicals.
- Maintained regulatory compliance with state and federal environmental guidelines through diligent monitoring and reporting of plant operations.
- Conducted regular audits of plant operations to identify areas for improvement in safety, efficiency, and environmental compliance.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting daily operations data, trend analysis, and recommendations for continuous improvement opportunities within the facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of tanks, valves and other equipment to verify compliance with safety and cleanliness standards.
- Used hand tools and power tools to maintain, repair and lubricate equipment.
- Monitored and adjusted controls to maintain optimal water quality.
- Completed laboratory testing to measure pH levels and other water quality parameters.
- Diagnosed and performed minor repairs on laboratory instrumentation and maintained lab and field equipment in safe, clean and efficient condition.
- Calibrated pH, DO and chlorine meters to support proper working order for daily inspections.
Public Works
Town Of Clarksville
Clarksville, VA
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Supported public works initiatives by conducting site evaluations and providing recommendations for improvement.
- Improved community infrastructure by assisting in the planning and implementation of public works projects
- Improved community infrastructure by assisting with the planning, design, and implementation of public works projects.
- Provided technical support for various public works projects, such as stormwater management and traffic signal optimization.
Cook
Hardees
Clarksville, VA
10.2015 - 11.2016
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced Type environment.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Sandy Fork Farm Supply
05.2023 - Current
Heavy Duty Equipment Operator
Blythe Development
11.2020 - 12.2023
Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator
Town Of Clarksville
11.2019 - 11.2021
Public Works
Town Of Clarksville
10.2017 - 10.2018
Sales Associate
Dollar General Market
06.2016 - 02.2017
Cook
Hardees
10.2015 - 11.2016