Robert Monroe

Showcased proficiency in handling various equipment and core skills.

• Volvo LH90 Wheel Loader Operation

• Wheel Loader Operations (loading trucks, pile management, compaction-style techniques)

• Heavy Equipment Safety & Pre-Op Inspections

• Salvage Yard & Scrap Operations

• Equipment Preventive Maintenance & Minor Repairs

• Diesel/Automotive Mechanical Knowledge

• Yard Traffic Control & Spotting

• Forklift Operation

• OSHA Safety Awareness

• Lockout/Tagout Procedures

• Production Quotas & Workflow Efficiency

• All-Weather Operation

• Dozer Fundamentals (grade control basics, slope awareness, safety protocols)

• Training & Mentoring New Operators

• Communication with Supervisors, Drivers, and Yard Teams

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Loader Operator / Yard Operations Specialist

Insurance Auto Auctions (IAA) 2019 -current

• Operated Volvo LH90 wheel loaders daily in a high-volume salvage yard environment

• Loaded transport trucks, roll-offs, and material containers while maintaining safety clearances

• Managed material piles, vehicle staging areas, and yard flow

• Performed daily pre-operation inspections and routine equipment care

• Identified mechanical concerns early and coordinated repairs to minimize downtime

• Maintained compliance with IAA safety policies and equipment certifications

• Worked in high-traffic areas around customers, drivers, and ground crews

• Trained and assisted new operators on loader safety and yard procedures

• Supported yard production goals through efficient material movement

• Maintained clean, organized work zones and safe travel paths

Automotive Technician / Service Writer

Midas, Pepboys, Just Brakes, Cadillac of Henderson.

• Diagnosed mechanical and electrical issues on gas and diesel vehicles

• Performed brake, suspension, cooling system, and general mechanical repairs

• Wrote service orders and communicated repair needs clearly to customers

• Coordinated parts ordering and technician workflow

• Built strong mechanical judgment transferable to heavy equipment operation

• Maintained shop safety standards and environmental compliance

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

• Volvo Construction Equipment – Loader 3 Training Certification (Volvo LH90) – Shippensburg, PA

• Insurance Auto Auctions (IAA) – Company Safety & Equipment Certifications

• Heavy Equipment Safety Training

• Yard Operations & Hazard Awareness

SAFETY & RELIABILITY

• Strong safety record with heavy equipment

• Trusted with high-value machinery

• Consistent attendance and punctuality

• Comfortable with long shifts, heat, cold, and outdoor conditions

• Production-focused with safety-first operation

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED

REFERENCES

Available upon request

• Operated tow truck to safely transport vehicles and assist stranded motorists.
• Conducted vehicle inspections to ensure safety compliance and operational readiness.
• Collaborated with dispatch team to optimize response times and improve service delivery.
• Trained junior operators on safe towing practices and equipment usage.