Richard Barber
Kent,WA
Summary
Safety-conscious Equipment Operator with 20 plus years of experience. Adept at acting quickly in stressful situations, logistical planning, and general maintenance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaper
Seattle Housing Authority
Seattle, WA
01.2023 - Current
- Operate power equipment, such as riding and push lawn mowers, blowers, weed eaters, hedge trimmers, edgers, sod cutters, lawn aerators and 4 wheel all purpose vehicles.
- Perform routine landscaping such as mowing, trimming, weeding and watering grass, flowers and shrubbery. Lawn restoration; spread bark and soil.
- Trim trees from ground level; leaf and branch removal
Forklift Operator
Woo Logistics
Tukwila , WA
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
Ramp Agent
McGee Air Services
SeaTac, WA
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Utilized two-way radio communication systems to communicate between ramp agents and pilots and ground crew personnel.
- Inspected aircraft interiors prior to take-off for any hazards or debris that could cause damage during flight.
- Handled passenger luggage, mail and cargo in accordance with safety and privacy protocols.
- Operated large vehicles, forklifts and pallet jacks to transport multiple freight loads.
- Verified correct labeling of containers containing hazardous materials for transport on planes.
Travel Lift Operator
Sea Marine
Port Townsend, WA
04.2019 - 03.2021
- Hauled and launched boats with a 30 ton travel lift.
- Used logistical skills in the boat yard to effectively and safely move and block boats.
- Maintained the cleanliness and safety in the yard and surrounding buildings using power and hand tools.
Forklift Operator
SJS Inc
Bremerton, WA
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Contracted position loading and unloading supplies in Naval ships using a forklift for the Nimitz Refit.
- Assisted as a spotter for other forklift drivers to insure safety.
- Accurately measured and recorded product weight, dimensions or other production data for use in tag and label creation.
Travel Lift Operator
Ventura Harbor Marina and Yacht Yard
Ventura, CA
06.2013 - 12.2017
- Hauled and launched boats with a 70 ton travel lift.
- Operated an 8.9 ton negative forklift to move boat engines.
- Assisted with removal of mechanical systems on boats in the yard.
- Used Bobcat front loader and back hoe to crush boats
- In charge of hazardous waste disposal and clean up.
- Lived on site providing 24 hour security and grounds maintenance.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Ventura College
Ventura, CASkills
- Equipment operations
- Logistical planning
- Operating power and hand tools
- Ability to complete a job with minimal supervision
- Able to take direction
- Mulit-tasker
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Woo Logistics
08.2023 - 12.2023
Landscaper
Seattle Housing Authority
01.2023 - Current
Ramp Agent
McGee Air Services
03.2022 - 08.2022
Travel Lift Operator
Sea Marine
04.2019 - 03.2021
Forklift Operator
SJS Inc
01.2018 - 04.2019
Travel Lift Operator
Ventura Harbor Marina and Yacht Yard
06.2013 - 12.2017
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Ventura College
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