Matthew Tavares
Port Charlotte
Summary
I am Twenty-nine years old I am a hard worker, highly motivated and ready for all new tasks. I am a quick learner and willing to work overtime as needed. I am very eager and ambitious to learn new skills and looking for a career opportunity.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift operator/ glass handler/ warehouse worker
Jeld-wen
Venice
08.2025 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within manufacturing facility.
- Conducted routine inspections of forklifts for safety compliance.
- Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems.
- Adhered to safety guidelines to minimize workplace hazards and risks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
Forklift Operator
GASPARILLA MARINA
Placida
06.2021 - 08.2025
- Operate forklifts picking up boats from racks placing them in the water.
- Staging boats to place on wash racks or service racks.
- Re-adjusting boat racks with power tools and hand tools.
- Operate forklifts to transport materials throughout the marina facility.
- Collaborated with supervisors to improve warehouse workflows and processes.
- Trained new staff on forklift operation and safety procedures effectively.
- Conducted daily safety inspections on equipment to ensure operational readiness.
Correctional Officer
Charlotte Correctional Institution
Punta Gorda
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Correctional officer at Charlotte correctional institution
- Supervised inmate activities to maintain safety and security within the facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of living areas to ensure compliance with institutional regulations.
- Monitored inmate behavior to prevent disturbances and enforce facility rules.
- Responded to emergencies, utilizing crisis intervention techniques to manage situations effectively.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and daily activities for documentation purposes.
- Collaborated with medical staff to address inmate health concerns promptly and efficiently.
Manufacturing Associate
H barber and sons
Naugatuck
03.2018 - 04.2020
- Assembling and rebuilding beach cleaners/road rakes and also litter pickers
- Shipping and receiving department
- Unloading and loading trucks when receive machines or shipments.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily production goals.
Drain cleaner/Technician
American Rooter
Watertown
06.2015 - 05.2016
- Removes roots, debris, and other refuse from clogged sewer lines etc.
- Pump out septic tanks.
- Pipe lining.
- Drain cleaning/ grease trap cleaning.
- Operated high-pressure water jetting equipment for effective drain cleaning.
- Inspected and diagnosed drainage issues using specialized cameras and tools.
- Removed blockages from residential and commercial plumbing systems efficiently.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance during jobs.
- Educated customers on proper maintenance to prevent future drainage issues.
- Responded promptly to emergency service calls for urgent drainage repairs.
Education
Emmett O Brien Technical High School
Ansonia, CTSkills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift certification
- Forklift operator certification
- Material handling
- Warehouse logistics
- Shipping and receiving expert
- Safety compliance
- OSHA compliance
- Worksite safety
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Manufacturing and warehouse procedures
- Equipment operation
- Machinery operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Vehicle inspection
- Equipment maintenance
- Workplace cleanliness
- Drain cleaning
- High-pressure water jetting
- Pipe inspection
- Sewer line maintenance
- Septic tank pumping
- Root removal
- Pipe fitting
- Pipe installation
- Pipe soldering
- Pipe marking
- Roofing installation
- Rebar placement
- Concrete laying
- Asphalt paving
- Scaffolding construction
- Measuring and leveling
- Pressure washing
- Interior detailing
- Upholstery cleaning
- Exterior detailing
- Hand-eye coordination
- Pipe marking
- Pipe fitting
- Pipe installation
- Plumbing repairs
Personal Information
Age: 29
Timeline
Forklift operator/ glass handler/ warehouse worker
Jeld-wen
08.2025 - Current
Correctional Officer
Charlotte Correctional Institution
06.2023 - 01.2024
Forklift Operator
GASPARILLA MARINA
06.2021 - 08.2025
Manufacturing Associate
H barber and sons
03.2018 - 04.2020
Drain cleaner/Technician
American Rooter
06.2015 - 05.2016
Emmett O Brien Technical High School