Chester Holt
**** ********* ****** **, *********, IN 46544
Home: 574-***-**** – ********@*****.***
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Hardworking and motivated professional looking to transition from U.S. Navy duty to the civilian workforce. Highly motivated
with a strong attention to detail. Actively seeking responsibilities as well as the possibility to resolve problems quickly and
efficiently.
SKILLS
• Critical thinking • Safety-conscious
• 42 WPM typing • Competitive
• Strict attention to detail • CPR, First Aid, AED certified
• Quick learner • Self-motivated
• Team leader • Adept multi-tasker
• Time management • Self-sufficient and confident
WORK HISTORY
01/2013 to 02/2013 Warehouse
Adams &Westlake LTD- Elkhart, IN
• Received and correctly processed both written and verbal instructions, prints, and orders
• Made and revised set ups on test strands previously calibrated by other staff
• Disassembled, reassembled, and corrected changeovers
• Maintained counts, shifts and stock materials and parts
• Recognized and reported defective material and equipment to supervisor
• Executed the entire assembly process by accurately interpreting set-up sheets, work orders, drawings,
and/or blueprints
• Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project or production goals
• Correctly and safely used a variety of hand tools, saws and cutting equipment to carry out job duties
12/2011 to 07/2012 Volunteer Coordinator
Hannah and Friends-South Bend, IN
• Promoted good behavior by using the positive reinforcement method
• Promoted language development skills through reading and storytelling
• Communicated regularly with parents about daily activities and behaviors
• Identified early warning signs of emotional and developmental problems
• Engaged with kids individually to meet their emotional and physical needs
• Developed programs to work with kids and increase interest in higher learning
• Operated summer sports day camp for kids aged 9 to 21 years old and handled all aspects of planning
curriculum and activities
05/2010 to 12/2011 Route Driver/Warehouse
Best One Tire and Service-South Bend, IN
• Verified each delivery against shipping instructions before delivering to customers
• Drove company truck for local and intra-state pick-ups and deliveries
• Verified that vehicle inspection stickers and registrations were current
• Created and submitted delivery and DOT logs
• Recorded each delivery using the proper paperwork before leaving the warehouse
• Communicated customer complaints, requests and feedback to company management
• Completed pre and post-trip safety inspections, recording and reporting and defects and malfunctions
• Completed all documentation neatly and accurately
• Completed and submitted all necessary logs and paperwork on a daily basis
• Interpreted maps and followed written and verbal directions
• Recorded truck plate number and mileage on receipt when refueling
• Sorted cargo before loading and unloading
• Stacked and transported all overstock to storage areas
• Cleaned up and maintained the warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards
• Picked up incoming stock and delivered materials to designated areas
• Unloaded cargo from trucks with hand trucks and pallet jacks
• Swept floors and stored equipment at the end of each shift
03/2009 to 04/2010 Auto Technician
Spherion Staffing-Tech Data – Mishawaka, IN
• Loaded pieces into envelopes for shipments
• Removed products from conveyor belts to delivery trucks
• Evenly distributed products onto trucks
01/2008 to 02/2008 Warehouse
Forge Industrial Staffing-Cequent Towing Products
• Loaded and unloaded pieces into boxes for shipment
• Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks
• Received, stored and shipped goods and materials
• Stacked and transported all overstock to storage areas
• Swept floors and stored equipment at the end of each shift
• Recorded numbers of units handles and moved using daily production sheets and work tickets
05/2006 to 08/2007 Warehouse
GVW Tire – South Bend, IN
• Maximized sales by shipping on time and accurately
• Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks
• Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies
• Received, stored and shipped goods and materials
• Adhered to all requirements and regulations for interstate HAZMAT carriers
• Stacked and transported all overstock to storage areas
• Cleaned and maintained the warehouse in compliance with OSHA safety standards
• Operated forklifts and other heavy machinery safely
• Stacked and stored pallets at the end of the shift to keep warehouse clean and organized
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Swept floors and stored equipment at the end of each shift
MILITARY SERVICE
I served in the United States Navy for 2 months and gained tons of knowledge and life skills that would never
be available to me otherwise.
• Strict attention to detail
• Discipline
• Leadership
• Self-motivation
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Commitment
EDUCATION
2007 High School Diploma-General Studies
Penn High School – Mishawaka, IN
Current Paramedic
Ivy Tech Community College – South Bend, IN
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
I have participated in Comcast Cares day and helped with the Ronald McDonald Foundation at Memorial
Hospital. I was also a volunteer with the project “Bike the Bend” and “Urban Adventures” that took place
during the summer of 2012.