RODNEY JAMES
Anniston,ALABAMA
Summary
Seasoned candidate operates variety of heavy machinery to perform stacking, lifting and moving functions. Comfortable in high-speed industrial environments and working with people of varying personalities and backgrounds. Dedicated to learning new tasks and trades.
Overview
44
44
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
New South Express
09.2024 - Current
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
- Increased operational flexibility by obtaining certifications for various types of forklifts.
Handy Man
Self
03.2012 - Current
- Helped homeowners and businesses with random leaks and basic carpentry needs
- Completed neat and professional-looking painting work inside and outside customers' buildings
- Assembled and installed new cabinetry and fixtures into customers' kitchens
- Patched holes in drywall or plaster surfaces to create seamless finish
- Installed window treatments such as blinds, curtains rods, shades or shutters
- Improved appearance and safety by filling crevices in sidewalks, walls and floors
- Removed debris from gutters to prevent water damage to buildings
- Responded to emergency tasks during after hours or shift
- Repaired broken fencing or gates for increased security around property perimeter
- Assembled furniture and fixtures for customers
- Assisted clients with moving heavy items within their homes or offices as requested
- Restored bathrooms to full functionality with skills in leak repair, tub patching and plumbing maintenance
- Built decks from ground up with secure footings, proper rail distances and decorative features
- Caulked windows, doors, tubs, showers, sinks, and countertops to seal gaps
- Installed ceiling fans, light fixtures, and other appliances for improved functionality
- Unclogged drains and performed routine plumbing maintenance
- Increased building heating and cooling efficiency with installation of new insulation
- Trimmed overgrown trees or bushes to maintain curb appeal and safety
- Built custom shelving units to maximize storage space for clients
- Installed various types of hardware, such as door handles and locks
- Enhanced customer properties with new fences, walkways and landscaping
- Hung mirrors, artwork, and other wall décor securely and levelly
- Replaced damaged or worn-out flooring with new materials
- Forged professional relationships with customers and team to establish rapport
- Painted walls, ceilings, and trim to refresh interior aesthetic
- Pressure washed building exteriors including siding, decks, patios for clean appearance
- Performed general upkeep, repairing structures, painting surfaces and polishing floors
- Estimated and billed costs for repair and service jobs
- Repaired equipment with hand and power tools
- Replenished out-of-stock items by ordering inventory from suppliers
- Transferred skills and knowledge to junior staff through training and apprenticeship
- Maintained grounds to high standards through landscaping and debris removal
Buyer/Seller of Antiques and Collectibles
Self
01.2008 - Current
- Kept work and common areas neat and organized to maximize productivity, alleviate potential accidents and promote professional workspace
- Listened to customer requests and specifications and made suggestions to appropriately fulfill needs
- Organized files and records and handled other support tasks, freeing up managers to take on more pressing responsibilities
- Collaborated positively with peers and other staff members to maintain friendly, supportive, and cooperative work atmosphere
- Planned and executed strategies to increase business and drive profit growth
- Delivered exceptional customer service to bolster strong relationships and build positive experiences
- Approached and solved problems with initiative and sound judgment
Regional Vice President
Primerica
01.1986 - 10.2023
- Held and currently hold Life, health insurance licenses
- Held Series6,63 investment licenses, and series26 investment supervisors license
- Sold Term life, Long Term Care, Mutual funds, Variable Annuities, Mortgages, Pre Paid Legal
- Worked with individual clients helping them to become debt free and financially secure
- Worked with small and large company staff and employees providing education and one on one service
- Responsible for recruiting, licensing, training, and legal compliance of new and experienced agents
- Ran an agency of over50 licensed agents
- The agency produced and maintained over25 million in investments and had over250 million of Term Life insurance on the books
US Navy
01.1981 - 08.1987
- Graduated2nd in my A School class in Millington Tennessee and airframes and hydraulics
- Assigned to HS-5 Anti Submarine Warfare and Sea And Air Rescue Squadron home based at NAS Jacksonville FL
- Attached to CVN69 USS Dwight D Eisenhower Nuclear Aircraft Carrier
- Duties were repair and maintenance on helicopter airframe, hydrolcis, and corrosion control
- Deployed on6 work up tours and2 major deployments
- Received the Navy Accomidation Medal for being off the coast of Lebanon after the car bombing of the US Marine Barracks and assisting in the evacuation of US personal and transportation of Marine casualties back to the United States
- Second tour assigned to HS-1 training command NAS Jacksonville Florida
- Attended flight training to become one of the4 Structural Check flight crewman at this command
- Duties were starting both jet engines and performing systems checks on the helicopters prior to the daily flight schedule
- Duties also included preflight inspections and flying in helicopters that had major repairs to perform vibration analysis test to ensure the unit was safe to be put back into daily training Duties
- Received a letter of commidation and Bravo Zulu award for saving three lives, my own being one, when on a preflight of one of the units I found cables for tail rotor being installed wrong which would have resulted in a total loss of control of the unit within5 minutes had we become airborne
- Became Shop Supervisor over entire corrosion Control Department
- Received a letter of Commidation for Superior Department Performance
- Achieved the rank of AMS E-5 Petty Officer
- 2 Honorable Discharges
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Forklift operator certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team player
Timeline
Forklift Operator
New South Express
09.2024 - Current
Handy Man
Self
03.2012 - Current
Buyer/Seller of Antiques and Collectibles
Self
01.2008 - Current
Regional Vice President
Primerica
01.1986 - 10.2023
US Navy
01.1981 - 08.1987
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