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Tim Nelson

Pocatello,ID

Summary

Reliable Senior Sanitation Operator bringing 4.5 years background driving garbage trucks, collecting garbage and handling customer complaints regarding schedule and service quality issues. In-depth knowledge of equipment cleaning procedures and safe disposal methods. Energetic individual talented at driving and operating heavy trucks on established routes.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Sanitation Operator

City Of Pocatello
10.2019 - Current
  • Enhanced workplace safety by diligently following sanitation protocols and procedures.
  • Refueled trucks and added other necessary fluids such as oil and hydraulic fluid.
  • Operated automated or semi-automated hoisting devices to raise refuse bins and dump contents into trucks.
  • Estimated customer-loaded container volume by sight, reporting overweight boxes immediately to dispatcher for direction when at risk of exceeding maximum tonnage.
  • Worked closely with supervisors to improve route efficiencies and identify best practices.

Route Driver

FedEx: Home
07.2017 - 10.2019
  • Operated delivery vehicles safely and efficiently.
  • Boosted productivity through proficient use of GPS devices and other navigational tools for efficient route planning.
  • Enhanced route efficiency by consistently analyzing and optimizing delivery routes.
  • Received, counted and inspected inventory for delivery.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Kiewitt
05.2015 - 10.2017
  • Maintained accurate logs of equipment operation hours, maintenance activities, and project progress for streamlined record-keeping purposes.
  • Enhanced worksite safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete complex projects, utilizing strong communication skills and problem-solving abilities.
  • Loaded and unloaded construction materials on site.

Forklift Operator

Wada Farms
11.2013 - 05.2015
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.

Guard, Driver, and Customer Service

Loomis
06.2007 - 07.2012
  • Complied with all company policies, local laws, and regulations governing security guard duties.

Supervisor

Ace Hardware
06.2006 - 06.2007
  • Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
  • Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.

Customer Service

Walmart
07.2002 - 06.2006
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.

Chemical Training

Fire Safety Simplot
01.2002 - 06.2002
  • Analyzed problems and worked with teams to develop solutions.

Drove Truck, Heavy Equipment, and Supervisor

Pocatello Sod
02.2001 - 01.2002
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.

Skills

  • 3 years Forklift Operator
  • 5 years Guard
  • 8 years Truck Driving-non CDL
  • 5 years of Retail
  • Backhoe and Skidster/Heavy Equipment Operator
  • Class B CDL
  • Excellent driving record
  • Punctuality
  • Dependable and Cooperative
  • Thorough knowledge of local roadways
  • Route Navigation Software
  • Decision-Making

Timeline

Sanitation Operator

City Of Pocatello
10.2019 - Current

Route Driver

FedEx: Home
07.2017 - 10.2019

Heavy Equipment Operator

Kiewitt
05.2015 - 10.2017

Forklift Operator

Wada Farms
11.2013 - 05.2015

Guard, Driver, and Customer Service

Loomis
06.2007 - 07.2012

Supervisor

Ace Hardware
06.2006 - 06.2007

Customer Service

Walmart
07.2002 - 06.2006

Chemical Training

Fire Safety Simplot
01.2002 - 06.2002

Drove Truck, Heavy Equipment, and Supervisor

Pocatello Sod
02.2001 - 01.2002
Tim Nelson