Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Garage Floor Installer
Next Level Coatings
07.2023 - Current
Swept, scraped, and chipped dirt and irregularities from base surfaces and filled cracks with cement and putty to form smooth foundation.
Removed existing flooring to prepare Polyaspartic floor surfaces for new flooring.
Maintained excellent communication, cleanliness, and safety standards on work sites and projects, boosting customer satisfaction ratings.
Took measurements and studied floor sketches to calculate area to be floored and amount of materials needed.
Applied adhesive substances to properly secure flooring and support longevity.
Professionally sealed floors to complete installation process.
Readied surfaces to accept coverings by sweeping away materials, correcting flows and applying special treatments.
Finished Carpentry
Woodbee Customs LLC
06.2021 - 05.2023
Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
Measured, drilled and sawed materials to perform successful home improvements.
Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
Built and hung custom cabinets and furniture.
Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
Assembly Worker
GenTap
06.2020 - 06.2021
Completed assigned tasks quickly to decrease production time.
Followed detailed assembly instructions, processes and procedures.
Weighed out proper material to fill cooler packs to regulation size.
Notified supervisor of issues with equipment or production.
Maintained supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level.
Applied blank labels to devices, packaged and sealed items before sending for quality review.
Collected materials and equipment from pallets required for assembling process to determine durability of structure, while operating a forklift.
Forklift Operator
Empire Building Materials
11.2018 - 06.2020
Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
Collecting lumber and materials for $5 million dollar accounts.
Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
Greenskeeper
Bayonet And Black Horse Golf Course
04.2017 - 09.2018
Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape and uniform appearance.
Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
Fixed divitts, reseeded, got rid of gophers and tended to any other damage on the course.
Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas, while operating a forklift.
Ranch Hand
Stonepine Equestrian Estates
07.2005 - 10.2016
Mended fences in disrepair to prevent livestock from wandering off and to keep predators out.
Maintained equipment and ranch structures.
Performed repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and property.
Cared for about 20 animals by feeding, watering, vaccinating and assisting with birthing.
Herded livestock using horses or ranch ATVs.
Groomed horses to prepare for exhibitions.
Kept pens, stalls and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal wellbeing.
Education
GED -
Carmel High School
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
06.2005
Skills
Existing Floor Removal
Excellent Work Ethic
Hardwood Installation
Testing Devices
General Laborer Construction
Knowledge of and experience with multiple power tools