Russell Howard
Chicago,IL
Summary
Resourceful Union worker with 32 years of experience. Safety driven and adaptable with good planning and problem solving abilities. Follows written or verbal directions to carry out efficient work moving, storing and packaging freight materials.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Yard Spotter
YRC Freight
08.2010 - 08.2023
- Operated yard truck to move 25 or more empty and loaded trailers safely throughout yard.
- Completed daily equipment checks of fluid levels and monitored equipment for damage or leaks.
- Performed preventive care and maintenance for machine and vehicle operations.
Dock Worker
Roadway Express
08.1990 - 07.2010
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Used fork lifts, hand trucks, and pallet jacks to move materials on dock.
- Secured cargo using chains, load bars, wood blocks, and straps.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
Infantryman (11B)
US Army
04.1987 - 06.1990
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency, and knowledgeable assistance.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Instructed squad members on proper use of weapons and equipment.
Security Guard
A&R Security Services
07.1985 - 03.1987
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
Education
Liberal Arts And General Studies
Lewis University 1984-1985
Romeoville, ILLiberal Arts And General Studies
Lincoln College 1982-1984
Lincoln, ILHigh School Diploma -
Hales Franciscan High School
Chicago, IL05.1982
Skills
- Container Loading and Unloading
- Storage Area and Container Cleaning
- Secure Loads
- Organize Storage Areas
- Inventory Control
- Stacking and Staging
- Trailer Stripping
- Freight Counting
- Shipment Preparation
- Forklift and Pallet Jack Use
- Tractor Operation
- Shipping and Receiving
- Lifting and Sorting
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Bracing, Padding and Strapping
Timeline
Yard Spotter
YRC Freight
08.2010 - 08.2023
Dock Worker
Roadway Express
08.1990 - 07.2010
Infantryman (11B)
US Army
04.1987 - 06.1990
Security Guard
A&R Security Services
07.1985 - 03.1987
Liberal Arts And General Studies
Lewis University 1984-1985
Liberal Arts And General Studies
Lincoln College 1982-1984
High School Diploma -
Hales Franciscan High School