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Shawn Wescott

17279 Forest Hills Drive Victorville,California

Summary

Hardworking team member skilled in safely moving heavy loads manually or using forklifts and pallet jacks. Punctual, reliable and dedicated to teamwork. Good maintenance and repair skills with training. I am a resourceful worker with 25 years of experience. Follow written or verbal directions to carry out efficient work moving, storing and packaging materials. Safety-driven and adaptable with good planning and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Dock Worker

Yellow - USF Reddaway
11.1998 - 07.2023
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements. Loaded Trailers for inbound and outbound shipments.
  • Secured cargo using ropes and straps. Plastic wrapping cargo while recouping freight.
  • Inspected cargo for proper packaging to meet safety and security regulations.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and sorted cargo as part of accurate and efficient weekly shipments.
  • Pitched in to assist in other dock-related tasks to complete work on time and running smoothly.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Communicated with drivers to inform cargo loading and unloading schedule and other relevant information.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
  • Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
  • Operated equipment while observing standard safety procedures.
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.
  • Verified documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards were achieved.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
  • Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
  • Held shop steward position with the Teamsters Union Local #63

Education

High School Diploma -

Monrovia Community Adult School
Monrovia, CA
06.1993

Skills

  • Load Security and Guidance
  • Industry Best Practices
  • Forklift and Pallet Jack Use
  • Dock Operations Support

Timeline

Dock Worker

Yellow - USF Reddaway
11.1998 - 07.2023

High School Diploma -

Monrovia Community Adult School
Shawn Wescott