ISAAC OLIVER, JR.
Houston, TX 77063
Mobile: 443-***-****
OBJECTIVE:
To secure the Forklift Operator position at which would allow me the
opportunity to utilize my skills, education, and training for the continued
growth of the company.
EXPERIENCE:
October 2008 - November 2013 Weyerhauser Baltimore,
Maryland
Forklift Operator
Primary Duties:
. Adhered to all safety policies and procedures at all times.
. Operated the Combilift daily to accurately retrieve and compile lumber
orders.
. Pulled, scanned, cut, and band lumber for delivery and/or ad-hoc on-
site customer pick-up.
. Trained new hires to: safely and accurately operate the various
forklifts and chainsaw, read work orders, scan, cut, and band their
daily lumber orders, and operate the computerized systems within the
various forklifts.
. Served as a team leader to provide work related mentorship to new
hires.
. Worked as a team player to meet strict deadlines.
. Preserved lumber by securing and stapling lumber covers to prevent
weather damage, and cleaned up the lumber yard by operating a street
sweeper to remove dust and debris after storms.
. Worked exceptionally well with others as well as independently.
. Worked closely with the 1st Shift supervisor to disperse shift orders
and worked overtime as needed.
January 2009 - November 2011 Simply Heaven Baltimore,
Maryland
Certified Carpenter
Primary Duties:
. Worked with team of contractors to remodel a salon and spa on a strict
deadline and budget
. Unloaded supplies and prepared surfaces for laying ceramic tile,
hardwood flooring, and building cabinetry as desired by the salon
owner
. Worked within contractor guidelines to pass building codes for the
State of Maryland
. Utilized power tools to perform duties as required
. Carefully calculated measurements when cutting ceramic tile and wood
to ensure accuracy for the purposes of preventing inventory and time
loss
. Maintained a clean and safe working environment at all times
. Worked as a team to complete all projects in a timely and accurate
manner
September 2006 - October 2008 Home Depot
Baltimore, Maryland
Lumber/ Building Materials Handler
Primary Duties:
. Operated a stand-up and sit-down forklift to fulfill customer lumber
orders
. Received orders, accurately loaded and unloaded customer lumber orders
for delivery or shipment
. Utilized a forklift to unload trailers of building materials received
from various vendors
. Provided exceptional customer service in assisting customers with
their lumber needs i.e., lumber quantity and quality
. Advised management of materials/lumber that required re-ordering or re-
stocking
. Consistently maintained a clean and safe working environment at all
times. Worked overtime as required at times. Worked well with manager,
co-workers and customers daily.
March 2001 - November 2005 84 Lumber Baltimore,
Maryland
Yard Associate
Primary Duties:
. Received lumber orders from supervisors. Performed careful and
strategic operation of sit-down forklift to accurately load trailers
with the requested product and amount; within a timely manner
. Double checked that my pulled orders were correct and properly loaded
for shipment
. Submitted accurate paperwork to my supervisor in a timely manner
. Only brought matters to management's attention that required their
approval; relative to the orders
. Always maintained a clean and well organized lumber yard
. Work overtime as necessary
EDUCATION:
North American Trade School Baltimore,
Maryland
Building & Construction Hands-On Courses
GPA: 3.6
Building & Construction Certificate Received: May 2001
Woodlawn Senior High Baltimore,
Maryland
General High School Credit Courses
GPA: 3.0
High School Diploma Received: June 2000
QUALIFICATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:
. OSHA Certified Forklift Operator
. Safely and accurately operates the Combilift and Hyster
forklifts
. Proficiently operates a Sit-down and/or Stand-up Forklift
. Has the ability to lift 70+ pounds
. Successfully operates a Honeywell 8820 Cordless Barcode
. Possess intermediate skills with Microsoft Office Suite 2000