Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
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Tavaris Saunders

Orlando,FL

Summary

Motivated and physically strong individual seeking a warehouse associate position to utilize organizational skills and problem-solving abilities. Possesses a keen eye for detail and a knack for quickly learning on the job. Dedicated to streamlining the ordering and distribution process, aiming to contribute to efficient company operations. Strong in physical labor and adaptability.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Janitor/maintenance/groundskeeper

Castle Group USA
02.2023 - 07.2024
  • Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
  • Improved facility cleanliness by performing daily maintenance tasks, such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
  • Reduced the spread of germs by sanitizing high-touch surfaces such as doorknobs and handrails.
  • Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
  • Maintained a positive and professional demeanor while interacting with building occupants, promoting a respectful work environment.
  • Supported waste management efforts by collecting trash, recycling materials, and disposing of them properly.
  • Contributed to a welcoming environment by maintaining clean and organized common areas such as lobbies and conference rooms.
  • Maintained a well-stocked inventory of cleaning supplies to ensure all necessary equipment was available for use.
  • Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
  • Collaborated with other janitorial staff to complete large-scale cleaning projects efficiently.
  • Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
  • Provided backup support for other janitorial team members during absences or busy periods, ensuring seamless service.
  • Upheld company policies regarding health codes, safety regulations, hazardous materials disposal protocols while completing assigned tasks diligently.
  • Followed procedures for use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors.
  • Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
  • Deep cleaned or replaced flooring, performing stripping, sealing and finishing tasks.
  • Facilitated smooth communication between janitorial staff and other departments, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Addressed minor maintenance issues promptly to prevent further damage or escalation.
  • Responded quickly to urgent maintenance requests from building occupants or management staff members.
  • Enhanced building safety through regular inspection and repairs.
  • Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
  • Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
  • Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
  • Assisted in event setup and teardown, ensuring spaces were clean and ready for use before and after events.
  • Safeguarded building security by locking doors and setting alarms at the end of each shift.
  • Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
  • Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
  • Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
  • Cleaned equipment and machinery to maintain in optimum working condition.
  • Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
  • Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
  • Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
  • Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
  • Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
  • Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
  • Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.

Mail Sorter

Pakmail # 016
05.2022 - 03.2023
  • Received and sorted incoming mail, ensuring accurate delivery to intended recipients.
  • Reviewed incoming mail for proper date, postage and barcode scans.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely processing of high-volume mail shipments.
  • Sorted and placed mail into mailboxes and post office boxes with high levels of accuracy.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment for optimal sorting efficiency.
  • Assisted in the training of new employees, sharing best practices for efficient mail sorting processes.
  • Maximized productivity by efficiently managing workflow during peak hours or periods of high volume activity.
  • Scanned incoming pieces, logging and uploading information into mail-tracking system to support resolution of future inquiries.
  • Supported postal service operations by performing additional tasks as needed, such as package handling or customer assistance.
  • Improved overall workplace safety through proper handling of hazardous materials and packages.
  • Contributed to a reduction in lost or misplaced mail through diligent tracking and record-keeping procedures.
  • Reduced delivery errors by accurately categorizing and labeling outgoing mail.
  • Evaluated mail trays to determine proper placement.

Toll Collector

Faneuil
01.2020 - 05.2022
  • Company Overview: One who collects tolls or taxes of any kind, an indicator showing the number of persons paying toll at a tollhouse, a device automatically separating a miller's toll from his customer's grist will also travel to more than the two locations
  • One who collects tolls or taxes of any kind, an indicator showing the number of persons paying toll at a tollhouse, a device automatically separating a miller's toll from his customer's grist will also travel to more than the two locations

Lumper

McLane
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Company Overview: Lumping is the trucking industry term for the process of loading or unloading freight by anyone other than the shipper, receiver, or the truck driver
  • Lumpers are most commonly found in the food sector, working at grocery warehouses and cold storage facilities, although they could be employed elsewhere as well
  • Lumping is the trucking industry term for the process of loading or unloading freight by anyone other than the shipper, receiver, or the truck driver
  • Lumpers are most commonly found in the food sector, working at grocery warehouses and cold storage facilities, although they could be employed elsewhere as well

Lumper/Trainer

Burris Logistics
01.2009 - 01.2018
  • Company Overview: A lumper is someone who unloads cargo from a truck when it arrives at a warehouse
  • These are often third-party individuals who are hired by a warehouse or shipping company to provide the labor and experience required to move large amounts of freight daily
  • A lumper is someone who unloads cargo from a truck when it arrives at a warehouse
  • These are often third-party individuals who are hired by a warehouse or shipping company to provide the labor and experience required to move large amounts of freight daily

Education

Diploma -

Jones High School
06.2005

Skills

  • Freight
  • Shipping/ receiving
  • RF Scanner
  • Picker Packer
  • Load/ Unload
  • Maintenance
  • Electric Pallet Jack
  • Inventory Control
  • Logistics
  • Delivery/ Machine Operator
  • Materials
  • Stocking
  • Box
  • Order Picking
  • General Labor
  • Forklift
  • Order Picker
  • Food Prep
  • Warehousing
  • Reach Truck Handling
  • Workplace Safety
  • Reliability
  • Physical Strength
  • Safety Compliance
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Pallet Jack Operation
  • Equipment Cleaning
  • Team building
  • Truck loading
  • Route Planning
  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Professionalism
  • Shipping procedures
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Quality Control
  • Time management abilities
  • Physical Stamina
  • Order Fulfillment
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Equipment Inspection
  • Order Processing
  • Loading Dock Operations
  • Load Balancing
  • Adaptability
  • Commercial driving
  • Material Handling
  • Machine Operation
  • Pre-Trip Inspections
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • RF scanner
  • Manufacturing and warehouse procedures
  • Shipping operations
  • Material sourcing and distribution
  • Communication and presentation
  • Basic math aptitude
  • Stock allocation
  • Certified forklift operator
  • Warehouse support
  • Dock work
  • Business ethics
  • Material distribution and sourcing
  • Inventory reporting
  • OSHA training
  • Staging and sorting
  • Material inventory
  • Warehouse best practices
  • Business problem solutions
  • Physically fit and agile
  • Warehouse picking
  • Deadline-driven
  • Equipment operation
  • Stock management
  • Production deadline management
  • Optimizing efficiency
  • Efficient data entry
  • Heavy industrial equipment
  • Palletizing
  • Documentation
  • Customer-focused
  • CPR training
  • Assembly line experience
  • Equipment operations
  • Inventory staging
  • Heavy equipment operations
  • Order picking and processing
  • Shipping and receiving expert
  • Material packaging
  • Safety awareness
  • Safe driver
  • General laborer
  • Weight distribution
  • Barcode scanning
  • Pallet stacking
  • Load securing
  • Lean manufacturing principles
  • Proper lifting techniques
  • Shipping and receiving
  • Loading and unloading

References

Available upon request

Accomplishments

Received multiple awards for employee of the month and corporate acknowledgment of team building and recognized for multiple occasions of being called in in primed and ready to work at a moments notice, and always available to help out coworkers and recognized by multiple customers in patriots for my eagerness to problem, solve in my knowledge of the company in policies, in ways that I can help

Affiliations

Jack brewer foundation

NW. Community Center

Professional security

Community organizations

YMCA

Senior living

OSHA

FEMA

Young men of Orlando

Christian church organizations

Certification

  • Powered Industrial Trucks Trainer Certification - National Safety Council (NSC).
  • First Aid, CPR, and AED Instructor Certificate - Emergency Care & Safety Institute.
  • Advanced Forklift Operator Certification - Forklift University.
  • Material Handling Equipment Certification - Material Handling Equipment Distributors Association (MHEDA).

Timeline

Janitor/maintenance/groundskeeper

Castle Group USA
02.2023 - 07.2024

Mail Sorter

Pakmail # 016
05.2022 - 03.2023

Toll Collector

Faneuil
01.2020 - 05.2022

Lumper

McLane
01.2018 - 01.2019

Lumper/Trainer

Burris Logistics
01.2009 - 01.2018

Diploma -

Jones High School
Tavaris Saunders