Forklift Operator Maintenance

JONATHAN BILLARD

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Missouri City, TX 77489

Mobile: 832-***-****

Email: ********.******@*****.***

OBJECTIVE

Excel in a lead position, where I can use my diverse military experience and professional education to build and maintain a challenging and rewarding environment that promotes personal, professional and superior quality of life in support of current/future operational strategies, and organizational development. Strong leadership skills.

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

Trusted, results-oriented manager with 20 years of progressive experience in all facets of logistics, HAZMAT, load master, driver, vehicle mechanic, administration, forklift operator, warehousing and inventory. Skilled at integrating customer specifications and technical requirements with sound business practices to provide the best possible services to surpass customer expectations. Proven ability to expertly manage complex national and international programs in a dynamic environment. Recognized leader with strengths in honesty, team work, multi-tasking, self-starter, problem solving and commitment.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Heavy Equipment Operator, Lead, Itt/Exelis, Kuwait, 2012 - 2013

Maintained a computerized spread sheet of all in and out bound cargo. Tracked and researched materials, made daily reports to DOD personnel. Knowledge of governing supply systems, programs, policies of federal local and state regulations. Stored material in bins, floors, on shelves and in container park according to identifying information; compile reports on use of stock handling equipment, adjustments of inventory counts and stock records, damage and shelf life to stock and location changes. Mark identifying codes, figures and letters on articles using labeling equipment. Move and transport material and supplies to other departments using hand forklift and industrial truck. Receive, store and sort unserviceable equipment and supplies for disposal.

Heavy Equipment Operator, DynCorp International, Kuwait, 2009 - 2011

Responsible for control and accountability of all government furnished property and equipment from

acquisition to disposition. Ensured that all maintenance schedules are kept. Safe receipt, storage and

shipping of connex`s received from the Kuwait port and neighboring bases. Worked with fourteen foreign

nationals and seven ex-pats, to ensure inventory, documentation and manifesting of all receipts were done safely and accurately. Monitored truck and traffic flow and directed Rtch and forklift operations. Maintained a

computerized spread sheet of all in and out bound cargo. Tracked and researched materials, made daily reports to DOD personnel. Knowledge of governing supply systems, programs, policies of federal local and state regulations. Stored material in bins, floors, on shelves and in container park according to identifying information; compile reports on use of stock handling equipment, adjustments of inventory counts and stock records, damage and shelf life to stock and location changes. Mark identifying codes, figures and letters on articles using labeling equipment. Move and transport material and supplies to other departments using hand forklift and industrial truck. Receive, store and sort unserviceable equipment and supplies for disposal

Heavy Equipment Operator/Unit Mail Room Clerk, KBR, Kuwait, 2005 - 2009

Logistic operations for U.S. Army Bases, deployment convoys consisting of uploading and downloading

connexes, supplies, ammunitions, etc., in the Middle East. Load and unload containers filled with large quantities of letter mail, packages and supplies for contractors and military personnel. Separating, sorting and scanning the mail to be distributed to the various contract companies and Army units during mail call. Prepares outgoing mail and inspected numerous letters and outgoing parcels for contraband and other non mailable items. Drives daily around the base picking up letter mail from the blue drop boxes. Redirects mail that is sent to wrong APO or FPO along with complying with USPS and military postal regulations.Prepared claims, tracers and inquiries. Maintained security in according to postal regulations for registered, certified and other special classes of mail. Directed and facilitated routing and transportation of mail. Ensured that mail was delivered and picked up on time from incoming and outgoing aircrafts. Managed the mail distribution center. Picked up and deliver all mail to the appropriate offices. Secured all funds at the end of the day and closed out end of day reports. Ensured all report was accurate. Ensured that all the postal clerks were trained on all new postal equipment. Performed on the spot counter check corrected and taking steps to maintain and improve efficiency.

Vehicle Mechanic I, I.S.D., Houston, Texas, 2004 - 2005

Responsible for conducting routine, in-progress and immediate inspections of vehicles. •Performed the initial inspection of a vehicle prior to the performance of schedule and unscheduled maintenance. •Performed in-progress inspections during the performance of schedule and unscheduled maintenance to ensure proper procedures (torque specification, emphasis on safety components) were being followed. •Performed final inspection to release vehicle for operation. •Promoted general safety awareness, shop and vehicle with an emphasis on Georgia State Passenger vehicle requirements. Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications. Specialize in repairing and maintaining parts of the engine, such as fuel injection systems. Attach test instruments to equipment, and read dials and gauges in order to diagnose malfunctions. Rewire ignition systems, lights, and instrument panels. Recondition and replace parts, pistons, bearings, gears, and valves. Repair and adjust seats, doors, and windows, and install and repair accessories. Inspect, repair, and maintain automotive and mechanical equipment and machinery such as pumps and compressors. Disassemble and overhaul internal combustion engines, pumps, generators, transmissions, clutches, and differential units. Rebuild gas and/or diesel engines. Align front ends and suspension systems. Operate valve-grinding machines to grind and reset valves.

Forklift Operator/Warehouse Lead, Snelling Personnel, Houston, Texas, 2000 - 2004

Unload and load tractor-trailers, with three ton komatsu forklift, check bills of lading, and keep track

of inventory. Supervised a group of three warehouseman. Loads, unloads, and moves materials within or near plant, yard, or work site. Ensured customers orders are received, selected, packaged and shipped in a timely manner. Reads work order or follows oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved. Opens containers, using steel cutters, crowbar, claw hammer, or other hand tools. Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks, and shelves by hand. Loads materials into vehicles and installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit, using hand tools. Conveys materials to or from storage or work sites to designated area, using hand truck, electric dolly, wheel barrow, forklift or other device. Secures lifting attachments to materials and conveys load to destination, using hand-operated crane or hoist, or signals crane or hoisting operators to move load to destination. Counts, weighs, and records number of units of materials moved or handled on daily production sheet. Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information. Accurately ensured that the correct courier service was used. Produce labels and sales receipts to ensure proper delivery. Responsible for the maintenance and readiness of all utility maintenance equipment and supplies. Maintained 100% accountability for equipment.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma

Automotive Technology, Houston Community College

PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATIONS

CPR and First Aid Certified (2006-2009)

TECHNICAL TRAINING

8k-50k Forklift, 50ton Terex, Super-Stacker, and a Kalmar

(RTCH) Rough Terrain Cargo Handler Training

Unit Mail Clerk for JMMT (Joint Military Mail Transport) Training

Proficient using Windows, DOS, Excel, Word, Power Point, Access and Outlook

Microsoft Windows NT/2000 Course

Computer Applications Training

Microsoft Office Suite Training

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