Terrance Gaston
Chicago,IL
Summary
Highly motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adapt at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Overnight Stock Associate
Walmart
Normal, IL
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Unloaded arriving product stock and moved to store display areas.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Checked aisles for spills to complete quick clean-up.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and accurately, reducing customer complaints related to out-of-stock items.
- Optimized backroom organization through diligent sorting and placement of overstock items, facilitating easier access for future restocking needs.
Team Member
RIVIAN
Bloomington, IL
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and efficiency.
- Managed incoming shipments by verifying accuracy of orders and organizing merchandise accordingly.
- Adhered to safety guidelines while operating machinery or stocking shelves.
- Rotated through series of different stations based on team needs.
- Troubleshoot machine malfunctions and adjustments to correct problems.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
VONACHEN SERVICES, INC.
Bloomington, IL
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Stacked loaded pallets in designated areas using proper stacking methods according to company policies and procedures.
- Report any damage or malfunctions of equipment immediately to supervisor and manager.
- Collaborated with team members on various tasks related to storage and transport operations.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
Security
ARMAGEDDON SECURITY
Chicago, IL
11.2021 - 05.2022
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Tso
TSA
Chicago, IL
05.2017 - 08.2020
- Alerted supervisors immediately when any suspicious persons or activities were observed.
- Worked closely with airline personnel regarding flight schedules, boarding requirements, and other issues related to passenger safety.
- Reviewed incident reports generated by fellow agents on duty.
- Conducted security screenings of passengers and their baggage, ensuring compliance with TSA regulations.
- Monitored passenger flow to ensure that travelers were efficiently processed through the checkpoint.
- Enforced security policies and protocols to maintain a safe environment throughout the airport facility.
- Investigated suspicious activity and reported findings to the appropriate authorities.
- Operated X-ray machines and body scanners to detect prohibited items such as weapons, explosives, and drugs.
- Performed random searches of vehicles entering restricted areas of the airport grounds.
- Utilized metal detectors and pat-down techniques when necessary, during security checks.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving potential threats or violations of safety regulations.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies in investigations related to aviation security.
- Adhered strictly to established protocol while interacting with passengers during security checks.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Utilized metal detectors, wands and X-ray screening machines to perform thorough check of individuals, belongings and cargo.
- Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items.
- Coordinated and maintained smooth passenger traffic flow through airport security checkpoints.
Ramp Agent
SWISSPORT CARGO SERVICES
Chicago, IL
10.2014 - 05.2016
- Loaded and unloaded aircraft with baggage, cargo, and mail safely and efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of all GSE used throughout shift.
- Operated a variety of motorized vehicles such as tugs, belt loaders, forklifts. safely and efficiently around airport premises.
- Worked closely with air traffic control personnel to coordinate safe movement of planes on the taxiway.
- Conducted daily safety inspections of ramps and runways ensuring no debris or foreign objects were present before takeoff.
- Loaded and unloaded baggage and other cargo, transporting to and from aircraft.
Delivery Driver
TOPPERS PIZZA PLACE
Chicago, IL
10.2012 - 03.2013
- Received daily delivery instructions and route assignments from dispatch.
- Cleaned interior and exterior of delivery vehicle at end of shift as needed.
- Delivered goods in a timely fashion while adhering to speed limits and other traffic regulations.
- Maintained accurate records of goods delivered and collected payments as required.
Teacher's Assistant
PUT ILLINOIS TO WORK
Chicago, IL
07.2010 - 01.2011
- Facilitated small group instruction and activities for students of varying abilities.
- Assisted teachers with creating and maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment.
- Supervised students during lunchtime, field trips, assemblies, and other activities.
- Monitored students in class, hallways and cafeteria to enforce school rules.
- Distributed textbooks, workbooks, papers and pencils to students.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hirsch Metro High School
Chicago, IL06.2010
Skills
- Incident Reporting
- Warehouse Organization
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Stock Rotation
- Material Handling
- Forklift operation
- Attention to detail
- Intrusion detection
Certification
Entertainment Service Owner
Timeline
Overnight Stock Associate
Walmart
01.2025 - 06.2025
Team Member
RIVIAN
08.2022 - 05.2024
Material Handler/Forklift Operator
VONACHEN SERVICES, INC.
08.2022 - 05.2023
Security
ARMAGEDDON SECURITY
11.2021 - 05.2022
Tso
TSA
05.2017 - 08.2020
Ramp Agent
SWISSPORT CARGO SERVICES
10.2014 - 05.2016
Delivery Driver
TOPPERS PIZZA PLACE
10.2012 - 03.2013
Teacher's Assistant
PUT ILLINOIS TO WORK
07.2010 - 01.2011
High School Diploma -
Hirsch Metro High School