Peni Makaafi
Layton,UT
Summary
Dynamic and reliable professional with a Class A license and extensive experience in safe driving and heavy equipment operation at Compass Minerals. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering teamwork, while maintaining strict adherence to safety regulations. Excellent communicator dedicated to promoting a positive work environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Haul Truck Driver
Compass Minerals
Ogden, UT
04.2024 - Current
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Maintained high levels of safety awareness, performing regular hazard assessments and reporting any issues promptly to management.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by conducting pre-shift inspections and maintenance checks on haul trucks.
- Reduced downtime with consistent adherence to safety regulations and standard operating procedures.
- Streamlined communication between departments by effectively utilizing radios for clear transmission of essential information during work shifts.
- Increased productivity through effective communication with dispatchers, loaders, and supervisors for seamless coordination of tasks.
Front Load Operator
ACE Recycling & Disposal
Clearfield Utah
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Reduced equipment downtime by troubleshooting issues and performing timely repairs.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets while maintaining strict adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Bus Operator
Utah Transit Authority
Ogden, UT
09.2022 - 08.2023
- Maintained a clean and safe bus environment for the comfort of all passengers.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities, ensuring their safe boarding, travel, and disembarking from the bus.
- Helped passengers stow and retrieve luggage, bags, wheelchairs and other items.
- Adhered strictly to traffic laws and safety guidelines while operating the bus on assigned routes.
- Implemented conflict resolution strategies to maintain a positive atmosphere onboard the bus during challenging situations.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and effectively by following established protocols for passenger safety and incident reporting.
- Answered questions from passengers with respect and accuracy, providing information about fares, schedule details, and baggage stowing.
- Maintained full understanding of local roads and traffic patterns.
- Contacted dispatchers and company mechanics to report vehicle issues and other problems.
- Performed regular bus inspections and checked brakes, steering and windshield wipers.
- Kept bus interiors clean and tidy to provide comfortable passenger environments.
Human Performance Specialist
La Roca FC
South Weber, UT
08.2021 - 08.2022
- Streamlined communication between coaches, athletes, and support staff, fostering a cohesive environment for success.
- Implemented data-driven approaches to monitor progress and adjust training plans accordingly.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify areas of improvement and design tailored intervention strategies.
- Established trusting relationships with clients, promoting open dialogue and athlete engagement in the training process.
- Collaborated with nutritionists on creating customized meal plans, optimizing athletes'' diets for peak performance.
- Promoted injury prevention strategies by educating clients on proper technique and body mechanics during workouts.
Sales Associate
Desert Industries
Layton, UT
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
Education
Northridge High School
Layton, UT05.2009
Skills
- Safe driving
- Safe driving practices
- Weather conditions awareness
- Heavy equipment operation
- Health and safety
- Vehicle inspection
- Decision-making
- Heavy lifting
- Clean MVR
- Air brake certification
- Courteous and polite demeanor
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Team collaboration
- Class A license
- Dependable and cooperative
Timeline
Haul Truck Driver
Compass Minerals
04.2024 - Current
Front Load Operator
ACE Recycling & Disposal
12.2023 - 03.2024
Bus Operator
Utah Transit Authority
09.2022 - 08.2023
Human Performance Specialist
La Roca FC
08.2021 - 08.2022
Sales Associate
Desert Industries
08.2020 - 08.2021
Northridge High School