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Ryan Brooks

Wayne,NJ

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Equipment Operator/General Labor Construction Worker

Dynasty Disposal
Paterson, NJ
06.2018 - 02.2024
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Performed general maintenance tasks such as painting, sanding, staining.
  • Operated power tools such as saws, drills, and grinders safely.
  • Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.

Carpenter

Sisco Construction
Paterson, NJ
10.2015 - 06.2018
  • Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
  • Repaired or replaced damaged structures or components.
  • Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
  • Fitted door locksets, deadbolts and other hardware on doors according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
  • Calculated material costs for projects based on labor estimates provided by clients.
  • Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.

Warehouse Forklift Operator

New Jersey Business Forms
Englewood, NJ
12.2012 - 09.2015
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
  • Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
  • Estimated weights, heights and centers of balance to make precise placements.
  • Provided assistance to other departments when needed by helping unload trucks or move heavy items around the facility.
  • Took machines apart to clear jams and replace broken components.
  • Fed raw materials into gluing, coating and slitting rollers via manual and automated methods to achieve desired production speeds.

Assistant Store Manager

Bottle King
Morris Plains, NJ
03.2008 - 11.2012
  • Managed the day-to-day operations of the store, including customer service, inventory management and staff scheduling.
  • Monitored sales activities to ensure that customers receive satisfactory service and quality goods.
  • Created promotional campaigns to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Implemented strategic marketing initiatives to drive revenue growth across multiple channels.
  • Coordinated with vendors to secure product availability at competitive prices.
  • Oversaw daily cash handling procedures, reconciling discrepancies as necessary.
  • Answered customer questions and addressed problems and complaints in person and via phone.
  • Supervised cashiers in processing credit, debit and cash payments to streamline sales.
  • Completed frequent walk-throughs and directed team members to correct issues impacting store appearance or professionalism.

Platoon Sergeant

United States Marine Corps
Camp Lejeune, NC
  • Lead and supervised team of infantry soldiers in training exercises.
  • Conducted risk assessments prior to engaging enemy forces or entering dangerous areas.
  • Identified potential threats from enemy forces and communicated them to higher headquarters.
  • Utilized radio communication devices to coordinate movement of troops within an area of operation.
  • Oversaw daily command for squad of [12] soldiers, demonstrating strong moral character, intellect and respect.
  • Trained diligently on gym equipment and exercise courses to achieve combat resilience and advance in both rank and skill level.
  • Operated and mounted night vision devices to zero in and engage targets.

Education

High School Diploma -

Morris Knolls High School
Rockaway, NJ
06-2000

Skills

  • Excavator Operation
  • Heavy Equipment Operator
  • Lubrication Processes
  • Brush Clearing
  • Teamwork And Collaboration
  • Team Leadership
  • Decision-Making
  • Construction Equipment Operation
  • Safety Awareness
  • Problem-Solving
  • Inventory Tracking
  • Customer Service-Oriented
  • Site Prep

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Operator/General Labor Construction Worker

Dynasty Disposal
06.2018 - 02.2024

Carpenter

Sisco Construction
10.2015 - 06.2018

Warehouse Forklift Operator

New Jersey Business Forms
12.2012 - 09.2015

Assistant Store Manager

Bottle King
03.2008 - 11.2012

Platoon Sergeant

United States Marine Corps

High School Diploma -

Morris Knolls High School
Ryan Brooks