Kimberly Wilke
Knox,IN
Summary
Detail-oriented laborer with strong safety awareness and material handling skills. Proven ability to operate heavy machinery and assist in road maintenance projects, contributing to enhanced job site safety and team collaboration.
Professional laborer with hands-on experience and readiness for demanding tasks. Skilled in operating machinery, handling materials, and maintaining safety standards. Strong focus on teamwork and adaptability to changing work conditions. Reliable and results-driven, with keen ability to support team objectives and productivity.
Experienced with operating heavy machinery and performing manual labor tasks efficiently. Utilizes problem-solving skills to address on-site challenges and ensure project continuity. Knowledge of safety protocols and team collaboration, contributing to successful project outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer/Driver
Starke County Highway Department
Knox, IN
09.2022 - 04.2024
- Operated heavy machinery for road maintenance and repair tasks, ensuring safe and efficient operations.
- Assisted in the installation of traffic signs and signals to enhance roadway safety.
- Participated in snow removal efforts, utilizing plows and salt spreaders during winter months.
- Conducted routine inspections of tools and equipment, maintaining operational readiness and safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned projects on time, contributing to overall departmental goals.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Driver
INDOT
Plymouth, IN
06.2021 - 06.2022
- Operated commercial vehicles safely across diverse routes, ensuring timely deliveries.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed transportation schedules effectively to optimize efficiency and minimize delays.
- Assisted in training new drivers on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Operated dump truck to transport materials safely to construction sites.
- Hauled materials for road construction, large industrial use, construction and agriculture.
Frozen Food Lead, Gm Lead
Kroger
Plymouth, IN
01.2009 - 05.2021
- Oversaw daily operations of frozen food department, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Trained and mentored team members on efficient product handling and storage techniques.
- Implemented inventory management strategies to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.
- Collaborated with management to develop promotional displays and maximize merchandising impact.
Education
High School Diploma -
John Glenn High School
Walkerton, IN05-1990
Skills
- Willingness to learn
- Attention to detail
- Safety awareness
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- Job site safety
- Material handling
- Truck loading and unloading
- Team collaboration
Timeline
Laborer/Driver
Starke County Highway Department
09.2022 - 04.2024
Driver
INDOT
06.2021 - 06.2022
Frozen Food Lead, Gm Lead
Kroger
01.2009 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
John Glenn High School
class B license
I have my class B [automatic] license for 4 years. I have hauled stone, sand, asphalt, etc. I know how to pre-trip inspections, check fluids, daily logs