WALTER BOWMAN JR.
Chicago
Summary
I am a strong, responsible, dependable individual with hands-on experience in forklift operating and talent for navigating challenges. I bring strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. I am seeking employment with a company interested in an employee that possesses a variety of labor skills that could be a great asset to their company.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Engineer
Lake Hotels LLC, Holiday Inn Express and Suites
11.2022 - Current
- Perform complete and preventive maintenance
- Ensures building upkeep
- Comply with work orders as needed
- Perform general repairs upon management request
Laborer
Panduit
05.2021 - 10.2022
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
Assembly Line/Machine/Forklift Operator
S&C Electronics
09.2019 - 04.2021
- Operated forklifts to transport materials and maintain efficient workflow in warehouse environments.
- Improved inventory organization by safely stacking and arranging pallets.
- Ensured workplace safety with adherence to company protocols and equipment checks.
- Conducted regular forklift maintenance to minimize downtime and prevent equipment failure.
Machine/Forklift Operator
Aerotek
01.2018 - 09.2019
- Operated forklifts to maintain safe and efficient warehouse operations.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for increased productivity and streamlined workflow.
- Ensured safety standards with routine equipment inspections.
- Organized inventory, keeping accurate records to manage stock levels.
Machine/Forklift Driver
Anderson Die Casting
02.2016 - 06.2017
- Transported materials and goods to designated areas safely and efficiently.
- Improved inventory accuracy by organizing warehouse storage.
- Operated forklifts to load and unload trucks, ensuring timely delivery of goods.
- Enhanced safety in the warehouse with adherence to operational protocols.
- Moved heavy materials to appropriate locations, supporting warehouse productivity.
Machine/Forklift Driver
Aerotek
02.2016 - 01.2017
- Insert raw parts in machine
- Remove/inspect parts
- Transport parts to machine operators
- Transport finish parts to their designated area
Home Health care Provider
Illinois Department of Human Services : Rehabilitation Services
09.2014 - 01.2016
- Assist disabled/elder individual in their home
- Accompany client to business/doctor appointments
- Cook, wash dishes, sweep, mop & dust client home
- Help administer daily medications
- Run errands
- Grocery shop, pay bills
Labor Technician
Advance Rental Car
03.2008 - 12.2010
- Clean/inspect rental cars for damage
- Refill fluids, i.e
- Oil, windshield, etc
- Transport cars back to rental area
Laborer
IMAC Services
03.2006 - 06.2007
- Responsible for operating Forklift, Cranes, Diesel trucks, and locomotive trains
- Refill Fluids, i.e
- Oil, water, etc
Production Worker
S&B Boron
03.2000 - 06.2003
- Operate forklift to insert chemical into metal container in oven
- Remove chemical after process with forklift
- Store chemical compound Boron Powder in appropriate area
- Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards
Education
GED -
Marshall Metropolitan High School
Chicago, IL03.1984
Skills
- Forklift Driver
- Machine Operator
- Maintenance
- Carpentry
- Chemical Compounder
Timeline
Head Engineer
Lake Hotels LLC, Holiday Inn Express and Suites
11.2022 - Current
Laborer
Panduit
05.2021 - 10.2022
Assembly Line/Machine/Forklift Operator
S&C Electronics
09.2019 - 04.2021
Machine/Forklift Operator
Aerotek
01.2018 - 09.2019
Machine/Forklift Driver
Anderson Die Casting
02.2016 - 06.2017
Machine/Forklift Driver
Aerotek
02.2016 - 01.2017
Home Health care Provider
Illinois Department of Human Services : Rehabilitation Services
09.2014 - 01.2016
Labor Technician
Advance Rental Car
03.2008 - 12.2010
Laborer
IMAC Services
03.2006 - 06.2007
Production Worker
S&B Boron
03.2000 - 06.2003
GED -
Marshall Metropolitan High School
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