Rodolfo Ortega Chavez
Hialeah,FL
Summary
Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs. Dynamic and reliable professional with extensive experience as a Forklift Operator at RPS Distributors Inc. Proven expertise in safety compliance and load inspection, ensuring efficient operations and minimal downtime. Adept at problem-solving and team collaboration, consistently delivering on-time shipments while maintaining high standards of equipment maintenance.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
RPS DISTRIBUTORS INC
MIAMI, FL
01.2024 - 08.2025
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Reported any damages or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Operated powered industrial trucks in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
Class A Driver
VELAZCO TRUCK
MIAMI, FL
09.2024 - 06.2025
- Monitored load security throughout trips.
- Reported any mechanical issues or damages to management promptly.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws and reported any incidents or accidents immediately.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving activities to ensure compliance with federal regulations.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff for loading and unloading assistance when needed.
- Performed preventive maintenance tasks such as checking fluid levels and tire pressure.
- Checked vehicles to ensure they were in proper working order before and after trips.
- Inspected brakes, lights, tires, fuel levels and other important parts to maintain operational safety on the road.
- Communicated with dispatchers about route changes due to traffic delays or inclement weather conditions.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems for efficient routing.
- Verified cargo against shipping documents and loaded and unloaded freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks, and other equipment.
- Addressed and resolved customer concerns, problems and questions professionally and courteously and developed positive long-range working relationships with repeat customers.
- Drove commercial vehicles while observing traffic laws and regulations, resulting in safe on-time deliveries.
- Performed pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections using knowledge of safe and effective loading and handling procedures in coordination with company checklist.
Agronomist
GEORGE WASHINTONG
VILLA CLARA, CUBA
01.2010 - 08.2024
- Inspected fields for signs of weeds, insects or disease outbreaks.
- Maintained records of fertilizer applications, crop rotations and harvest data.
- Assisted with the selection of plant species suitable for specific climates and soils.
- Developed agricultural plans for farmers, growers and ranchers.
- Analyzed data from field experiments to identify trends in crop yields.
- Created reports detailing findings from agronomic studies and trials.
- Performed soil testing to measure nutrient levels and pH values.
Education
High School Diploma -
AGUSTIN GOMEZ
VILLA CLARA CUBA06-2003
Graduate Certificate - ARTIFICIAL INSEMINATION
POLYTECHNIC VICTORY SANTA CLARA
CUBA07-2002
GRADUATE - ZOOTECHNICS
POLYTECHNIC VICTORY SANTA CLARA
CUBA07-2001
GRADUATE - VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
POLYTECHNIC VICTORY SANTA CLARA
CUBA07-2000
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Equipment maintenance
- Load inspection
- Problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Order processing
- Materials handling
- Reliability and punctuality
Timeline
Class A Driver
VELAZCO TRUCK
09.2024 - 06.2025
Forklift Operator
RPS DISTRIBUTORS INC
01.2024 - 08.2025
Agronomist
GEORGE WASHINTONG
01.2010 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
AGUSTIN GOMEZ
Graduate Certificate - ARTIFICIAL INSEMINATION
POLYTECHNIC VICTORY SANTA CLARA
GRADUATE - ZOOTECHNICS
POLYTECHNIC VICTORY SANTA CLARA
GRADUATE - VETERINARY TECHNICIAN
POLYTECHNIC VICTORY SANTA CLARA
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