Now seeking a position, which will best utilize my analytical, problem-
solving, organizational and interpersonal skills.
EXPERIENCE
Syncreon/NAL Worldwide
Material Handler
December 2008 - Present
Originally, part of a two man team that provided initial start up support
of a newly constructed 50,000 square-foot warehouse, which included the
construction of an elaborate racking system to organize and house Verizon
Wireless Materials. Responsibilities include loading/unloading of truck
and trailers, stock storerooms and work areas. Maintain inventory controls
both manually and/or with a wireless bar code scanner, place orders over
the telephone and work with the vendors. Perform miscellaneous housekeeping
duties and recycling duties. Make routine inquiries regarding material
shipments and customer requirements via telephone and/or face-to-face
contact with clients and vendors. On a daily basis, operate manual and/or
power equipment such as: forklifts, pallet jacks, hydraulic lifts, cable
cutters and dock plates. Drive a company van or small truck (14 or 20 foot
box truck) and transport material to/from customer; load and unload truck
or van through a variety of mechanisms. Using wireless scanning
technologies, prepare paperwork, and perform the delivery/pick-up of
customer material.
Accurate Printing
Press Helper
January 2008 - December 2008
As a Press Helper, began to run a six color Heidelberg speed master with a
coater 40inch after six months. Make ready and run occasional jobs on
unassisted. Assisted pressman and other press personnel by keep presses
running at all times. At start of shift kept press areas clean and
organized loaded paper and ink into press, prepared for the next job, hung
plates and helped pressman with maintenance.
Office Movers, Inc.
Non CDL Driver/Installer
June 2007 - January 2008
Assisted in the disassembly and assembly of new and existing systems
furniture under the direction of the Supervisor or Senior Installer.
Ensured the "Best in Class" service was provided to customers and the
successful completion of the customer's move was achieved in accordance
with the job specifications and all Company policies and procedures
including safety regulations. Operated company vehicles in a courteous and
professional manner, following all Department of Transportation (DOT),
local, state, and federal regulations, as well as Company policies and
procedures to ensure the safe transport of Company and customer cargo,
other Kane Company employees and the safety of the public while driving.
Fairfax County Public Schools
Groundskeeper I
November 2006 - March 2007
Responsible for upkeep and maintenance to all Fairfax County Public School
facilities which included playground equipment, signage, driveways, outdoor
furniture and other types of repairs needed on the grounds. Duties
included soil preparation, installation and maintenance of landscaped areas
and irrigation systems, application of chemical treatments, equipment
operation and maintenance. Cultivated, pruned, sprayed and trimmed, trees
and shrubbery; burlap trees and tied sacks around the roots. Cut grass,
edged sidewalks, and removed weeks from fences and weeds using hand tools
and lawn mowers. Checked working condition of equipment, gave routine
service and maintenance; operated mowing equipment, tractor, backhoes,
loaders, dump trucks, utility trucks, mowers, power tools, bucket trucks,
bush hog, front-end loader, and related grounds maintenance equipment.
Removed snow, salt and sand driveways and sidewalks and performed custodial
tasks during winter months.
Fairfax County Maintenance and Stormwater Management Division
Maintenance Worker
October 2005 - November 2006
Engaged in a variety of manual labor tasks associated with maintenance and
construction of storm sewers, walkways, and roads. Operated various power
tools including but not limited to: small power tools, including weed
eaters, push mowers, power tampers, gas rollers, chain saws, concrete saws,
and gas generators. Mixed and poured concrete, loaded and unloaded
equipment and materials from trucks.
Fairfax County Division of Solid Waste Collection and Recycling
Public Service Worker
June 2004 - October 2005
Collected refuse, yard waste, and special pick-up items on County
collection routes. Assisted in clean-up activities and general maintenance
of equipment and facilities.
Gannett Offset
Reel Operator
March 2002 - June 2004
Tended machine that winds paper from rolls onto adjustable reel and cut it
into specified lengths. Fastened rolls of paper into shaft supports.
Wrapped tape measure around reel and turned hand crank to move horizontal
bars in or out to adjust circumference of reel. Removed tape and wrapped
paper around horizontal bar of reel and secure in place with hooks.
Depressed throw switch to start reel, winding paper from roll for specified
number of revolutions. Stopped machine and cut through layers of paper
along groove in horizontal bar of reel with knife to make individual sheets
of paper. Removed paper from reel and transferred to hand truck. Wrapped
sheets of paper into bundles preparatory to shipping and loaded into
storage area.
INOVA Health Systems, Fairfax, Virginia
Food Service Associate
February 2001 - March 2002
Worked in the fast paced environment of Food Services Division of a 753-bed
regional medical center serving the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area.
Duties included: Preparing, wrapping, and handing food to a customer in a
timely, friendly manner. Took orders and calculated the customer's bill,
received payment for food and provided change accurately. Prepared items
like salads and beverages in a manner consistent with all food safety
requirements of all regulatory agencies (e.g. state health, county health,
JCAHO, etc.). Cleaned and prepared tables for the next customers keeping
the area clean by wiping counters and tables, and mopping the floor.
Stocked and maintained supplies for the Food Services Division.
A & D Irrigation
Install Crew Member
May 2000 - February 2001
Responsibilities included the installation and maintenance of commercial
and residential lawn irrigation systems and the valve boxes to operate
sprinklers. Required an in-depth knowledge and understanding of both
electrical and hydraulic systems as well as a having good team spirit.
Chemtron (Productions)
Assistant Manager for Powder Division
August 1999 -May 2001
As Assistant Manager for the Powder Division, was in charge of Powder
Operations as well as shipping and receiving. Duties included the
supervision of making chemical batches and forklift operations. Ran
production for work each day. Handled multiple assignments under highly
pressured situations quickly and efficiently. Supervised and trained
employees in powder operations in a highly professional and diplomatic
manner. Gained valuable research skills in specialty products such as
errors in Raw Goods and correct them in a cost effective manner.
EDUCATION
. Lakeland High School, Suffolk, Virginia
. Working toward Certificate in Business Management at Northern Virginia
Community College, Woodbridge, Virginia
SKILLS
. Possession of a valid driver's license
. Forklift Certification
. RF Scanner Experience
. Communication & Organization Skills
. Judgment and Discretionary Skills
. Creative Thinking & Problem Solving
. Correspondence & Reporting
. Dependable & Resourceful
. Proficient with the following skills:
. Mixing and Separating Chemicals