Thomas Murdoch
Des Moines
Summary
Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning new fields inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Yard Jockey
Papa Johns
Des Moines, IA
04.2022 - Current
- Inspected equipment and conducted routine maintenance to ensure operational safety.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff to optimize loading and unloading processes.
- Monitored trailer locations and maintained accurate records of movements.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while performing daily yard moves.
- Promoted a clean working environment by regularly removing debris from trailers and docks.
- Assisted in training new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Implemented strategies for reducing downtime during trailer transitions.
- Achieved punctual completion of assigned tasks despite challenging weather conditions or other unexpected obstacles that arose during normal operations.
- Improved yard efficiency by effectively coordinating and directing the movement of trailers within the yard.
Delivery Driver
Iowa Beverage Systems
Des Moines, IA
- Operated delivery vehicles to transport beverages efficiently and safely.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed inventory during deliveries, verifying product quantities against delivery manifests.
- Interacted with customers professionally to confirm order accuracy and address concerns.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and documentation for tracking purposes.
- Enhanced route planning to optimize delivery times and fuel efficiency.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Assisted in training new drivers on safe driving practices and company protocols.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
Hardscaper
Rj Lawn & Landscape
Des Moines, IA
- Operated heavy machinery for site preparation and material handling.
- Installed pavers, retaining walls, and decorative stone features effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to execute landscape designs according to specifications.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring safety and functionality on job sites.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and proper equipment usage.
- Conducted site assessments to recommend appropriate hardscaping solutions.
- Prepared surfaces for work by smoothing imperfections on ground or with close structures.
- Applied sealants or other protective coatings to waterproof or restore concrete surfaces.
- Used rakes and shovels to spread, level and smooth concrete.
- Followed blueprints or drawings to lay blocks and bricks in correct arrangement.
- Enhanced curb appeal by designing and executing visually appealing hardscape projects.
- Solved complex drainage issues with expert installation of French drains, dry wells, swales, and other runoff control measures.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Installed lights, sprinklers and other outdoor features based on requirements.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
Security Officer
The Conley Group
Des Moines, IA
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security protocols were followed.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify and address potential security issues.
- Responded promptly to incidents, providing detailed reports for management review.
- Assisted in implementing safety training sessions for new staff members.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during emergency situations to enhance response effectiveness.
- Developed incident response procedures to improve overall security operations efficiency.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Rasmussen University
Bismarck, ND08.2013
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Valid Driver's license
- Dependable and reliable
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Loading and unloading
- Clean driving record
- Heavy lifting
- Vehicle cleaning and maintenance
- GPS operation
- Forklift operation
- Vehicle inspection
- Commercial driving
- Pre-trip and Post-trip inspections
- Vehicle maintenance
- Strong work ethic
- Class A commercial Driver's license
- DOT compliance
Timeline
Yard Jockey
Papa Johns
04.2022 - Current
Delivery Driver
Iowa Beverage Systems
Hardscaper
Rj Lawn & Landscape
Security Officer
The Conley Group
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
Rasmussen University