Travon Whitethomas
Dallas,TX
Summary
Dynamic and reliable professional with extensive experience at FedEx, excelling in yard management and safe driving practices. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and team collaboration, while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Adept at optimizing resource utilization and effectively communicating with stakeholders to achieve timely cargo transfers.
Overview
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1
Certification
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Yard Switcher
FedEx
Dallas, Texas
02.2024 - 02.2025
- Safeguarded assets by securely locking out equipment during maintenance or repair activities to prevent unauthorized use or tampering.
- Ensured compliance with applicable safety regulations by adhering to established protocols for equipment operation and personal protective gear usage.
- Coordinated communication with shippers, receivers, and stakeholders to ensure accurate information exchange regarding switching activities.
- Coordinated and directed movement of railcars within the yard to enhance overall yard efficiency.
- Facilitated timely loading and unloading processes for efficient cargo transfers between railcars and trucks.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure accurate placement of railcars according to customer requirements.
- Optimized resource utilization through effective prioritization of switching tasks based on urgency and available resources.
- Streamlined communication among yard personnel, enhancing organization and productivity.
- Monitored potential hazards and implemented corrective actions to prevent accidents.
- Operated a yard truck to move empty and loaded trailers safely throughout the yard.
Forklift Operator
ReLogistic
Mesquite, TX
12.2020 - 02.2024
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Prepared pallets for shipping by wrapping in plastic wrap and attaching merchandise tags, ensuring accurate and efficient order fulfillment.
- Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Maneuvered forklift safely, adhering to load rates and ensuring clear visibility, which enhanced operational safety during material handling.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, contributing to reduction in workplace accidents.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Improved team coordination, leading to faster loading and unloading times by effectively communicating with warehouse staff.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Boatswain's Mate
United States Navy
Jacksonville, FL
10.2014 - 01.2017
- Operated large marine vessels by adjusting speed, steering craft and utilizing navigation instruments.
- Towed and maneuvered vessels in harbors and open seas, communicating movements to passing vessels.
- Prioritized safety procedures when operating vessels, controlling speed, berthing and unberthing, giving optimal protection to crew and equipment.
- Acquired skills in operating new technology systems through hands-on instruction and simulation.
- Monitored vessel conditions to identify changes and implement corrective actions, ensuring safe navigation.
- Applied thorough navigation knowledge to determine geographical location and speed with or without assistive devices.
- Inspected and assessed telecommunication systems and navigational instruments to prepare for and manage safe piloting.
- Inspected telecommunication systems and navigational instruments to ensure readiness for safe piloting.
- Maintained timetables by monitoring and managing loading and discharging of cargo and passengers and arranging for the boat to be fueled, restocked with supplies and repaired.
- Planned routes and travel speeds to meet scheduling and delivery goals.
- Completed regular vessel inspections to identify deficiencies and coordinate corrective actions.
- Executed docking and undocking maneuvers using navigational tools for safe vessel operations.
- Managed boat logs and organized cargo storage to ensure safety and prevent damage.
- Signaled passing vessels using lights, flags, radios, and whistles to protect ship and personnel.
Package Handler
UPS
Dallas, TX
03.2014 - 09.2014
- Followed safety regulations to maintain a safe work environment.
- Decreased rates of package damage through stringent observation of safety guidelines.
- Promoted safe work environment by adhering to company policies on proper lifting techniques.
- Minimized package damage through strict adherence to safety guidelines.
Footwear Associate
Academy Sports Outdoors
Dallas, TX
03.2013 - 03.2014
- Assisted Footwear Department Manager with scheduling tasks, managing employee workloads, and providing constructive feedback during performance evaluations.
- Used proper sizing and fit guidelines to provide best experience for customers.
- Maintained a clean and visually appealing store environment, ensuring an enjoyable shopping experience for all customers.
- Supported loss prevention efforts by adhering to company policies and reporting any suspected theft or misconduct immediately to supervisors.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily sales targets and deliver exceptional customer service consistently.
- Suggested additional purchases to customers and directed to store locations.
- Increased sales by effectively upselling complementary products and accessories to customers during their shopping experience.
- Developed strong product knowledge through ongoing training sessions and self-directed learning efforts, enabling confident assistance to customers seeking guidance on specific items or features.
- Coordinated shoe fitting events aimed at educating consumers about proper footwear usage while promoting brand loyalty among new customers.
- Connected with local running clubs or sports organizations to promote store events and product offerings while fostering a sense of community among fitness enthusiasts.
- Assisted customers with footwear selections and provided product knowledge.
- Organized and maintained footwear displays for optimal presentation.
- Processed sales transactions accurately and efficiently at the register.
Shelf Stocker
Krogers Grocery Store
Dallas, TX
03.2013 - 08.2013
- Maintained clean, organized store environment to enhance shopping experience.
- Improved product availability by efficiently stocking shelves and maintaining proper inventory levels.
- Assisted customers in locating desired items and transferring oversized items to vehicles.
- Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly assisting with inquiries and locating products.
- Checked and pulled defective or expired products from shelves.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete daily tasks and support store objectives.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment for optimal shopping experience.
Server/Cashier
Boston Market
Dallas, TX
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Managed multiple tables simultaneously, ensuring high service quality and guest satisfaction.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly attending to their needs and providing personalized service.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
- Built strong relationships with regular customers through personalized interactions. with regular customers.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Performed opening and closing duties, ensuring the dining area was prepared for seamless service transitions.
- Assisted in training new hires, providing guidance on restaurant standards and best practices.
- Cleared and reset tables efficiently to maintain a clean dining area. to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Built rapport with regular customers, enhancing their overall dining experience.
- Resolved customer complaints efficiently, maintaining positive relationships and fostering repeat business.
Education
High School Diploma - Mathematic
North Garland High School
Garland, TXSkills
- Trailer maneuvering
- Maintenance
- Hand-eye coordination
- Route planning
- GPS navigation
- Truck inspection
- Hazardous materials handling
- Yard management
- Load securing
- Safe driving practices
- Material handling
- Defensive driving
- Vehicle inspection
- Equipment operation
- Trailer transport
- Yard switching
- Warehouse support
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Workload planning
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Radio operation
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- Forklift Operator Certification
- CLA Certification
- Osha10
Timeline
Yard Switcher
FedEx
02.2024 - 02.2025
Forklift Operator
ReLogistic
12.2020 - 02.2024
Boatswain's Mate
United States Navy
10.2014 - 01.2017
Package Handler
UPS
03.2014 - 09.2014
Footwear Associate
Academy Sports Outdoors
03.2013 - 03.2014
Shelf Stocker
Krogers Grocery Store
03.2013 - 08.2013
Server/Cashier
Boston Market
01.2011 - 01.2013
High School Diploma - Mathematic
North Garland High School