Material Handler Forklift Operator

John Cleary

**** ******** ******* ** *****

Phone: 850-***-****

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

Summary of Experience, Skills and Qualifications:

Over 15 years of experience within various positions as Warehouse Worker, Construction Worker, Forklift Operator, and Maintenance Mechanic. I also have experience in automotive maintenance. I am experienced with warehouse operations to include shipping, receiving, inventories, warehouse space organizing and storage. I perform under and above ground construction maintenance repairs, painting, drywall, minor carpentry, concrete finishing, and mixing concrete. Ability to operate loaders, scissor lifts, excavators, and forklifts Some tack welding skills. Ability to cut materials with a torch. Experience in electronics with trouble shooting and wiring board. Basic computer skills - data entry, internet, email. Work Experience 1:

Employer: Cleary Construction and Repair Services

Address:

Dates: 08/2023 -Present

Position: Independent Contractor

Hours per week: 40

Phone: 850-***-****

Provided full range of facility maintenance repair and support services for several buildings and locations that hire me for maintenance. Skilled in general construction work: general carpentry, masonry, plumbing, paint work, and electrical work. Make electrical, plumbing and structural repairs to building exteriors and interiors, full maintenance to outdoor buildings, surfaces, and area. Perform repairs and maintain plumbing by replacing water faucets, toilets, worn out washers, replacing or mending broken pipes, and opening clogged drains. I assembled pipe sections, tubing and fittings, using screws, bolts, solder, plastic solvent, and caulking. I installed pipe assemblies, fittings, valves, and fixtures, such as sinks and toilets using hand and power tools. Made electrical repairs by testing voltage with muti-meter and replacing electrical switches (lights and appliances), outlets and circuit breakers. Replace, electrical wiring, overhead lights, bulbs, thermostats, cooling and heating switches and sensors. Use hand tools such as but not limited to screwdrivers, pliers, wire cutters, soldering gun, and test equipment, including test lamps, voltage recording meters, amp-probe, watt meters, ohmmeters, and other tools of the trade. Repair and service commercial environmental-control systems by cutting, punching holes, metal flanged, shearing and soldering sheet metal ducts and parts, using hand tools and portable power tools. I performed carpentry tasks to include the construction of targets, live fire shoot houses and support buildings, interior partitions, scaffolding and manufacture wooden signs, framed doors and special windows. Apply standard measurements, specifications, and instructions when constructing, installing, or repairing targets and have general knowledge of wood, composite materials, wood substitutes, and woodworking techniques, as well as basic shop mathematics to plan, measure, and lay out materials according to dimensional requirements and specifications. Constructed live-fire shoot houses and support buildings, building interiors, partitions, scaffolding, and manufacture incidental items to include wooden signs, framed doors and windows. Follow specific instructions through the use of templates, or preplanned, or precut materials to fabricate items. Use and operate a variety of hand and power tools such as hammers, hand saws, drills, planes, routers, screwdrivers, nail guns and fasteners, glue guns, metal shears, screw guns, power saws, and power sanders and planes. I worked from sketches, work orders, basic blueprints, and instructions which are complete in terms of type of job required and materials and methods. I am experienced and skilled in setting up and operating the full range of industrial woodworking and related machinery such as routers, band and scroll saws and drill presses. Determined the proper grade, size, and type of lumber or wood substitute material required for the job. Used power and hand tools and other woodworking equipment such as portable drills, clippers, joiners, shavers, sanders, routers, power activated nail guns, combustion type saws, screw fasteners, drill presses, and table saws. Inspected and repaired range training and bivouac areas to include building and training structures. Assemble parts and sections of wood and metal to build modify existing structures and repair or replace windows, doors, frames and roofs. Fastened parts together with rivets or nuts and bolts. Drilled holes in precut metal strips and screws strips to edges of case and riveted hardware, such as hinges, fasteners, and metal corners to case to complete assembly. Bolted, clipped, nailed, rivets screwed and welded parts of assembly together, using hand tools, power tools, or bench machines. Assemble items such as frame structures, decking, partitions, shelving, doors and siding. Followed specific instructions and used of templates, or preplanned, or precut materials. Held parts during assembly, using hands, clamps, pneumatic screw presses, or other work aides. Applied adhesive, bonding agent, sealant and paint to surface of material by brushing, spraying, dipping, or rolling. I also welded parts together and reinforced sections as needed. Laid a variety of brick, block, and stone in the construction or repair of partition walls, walkways, patios, and foundations. Mix mortar, using proper proportions of sand, lime, cement, and water are used to obtain desired consistency. Use gauge line, spirit level, and plumb bob in obtaining straight courses. Use air hammers, hand hammers, chisels, and crowbars to remove portions of walls and in preparing damaged areas for repair. Assigned to the handling and disposal of HAZMAT used for building and construction. Process all Hazardous Material by receiving, issuing, tracking consumption, collecting and separating materials for disposal, creating proper disposal labels and assure proper disposition of the material is handled. Operated dump and flatbed trucks, as well as backhoes when necessary to complete job assignments. Knowledgeable on safety procedures, personal equipment protection and follow OSHA guidelines. Able to work independently without more than normal supervision. I wear all specialized protective safety equipment such as; hearing protection, eyes and face protection and safety hard hats and steel toe electrical hazard and slip resistant shoes. Work Experience 2:

Employer: Construction Inc, Rialto, CA

Address: 340 N Riverside Ave Rialto, CA, 92376-5926 United States Dates: 01/2023 - 08/2023

Position: Construction Carpenters

Hours per week: 40

Phone: 909-***-****

I built structure walls, walkways, patios, and foundations. I repaired items such as frame structures, decking, partitions, shelving, doors, forms, siding, and scaffolds. Used and operation of a variety of hand and power tools such as hammers, hand saws, drills, planes, routers, screwdrivers, power nail guns and fasteners, glue guns, metal shears, screw guns, power saws, and power sanders and planes. Followed specific instructions and used of templates, or preplanned, or precut materials. I have the knowledge of design techniques, principles, tools and instruments involved in the production and use of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. Performed other tasks in the upkeep of buildings, grounds, and related structures, fixtures and utilities. Erected scaffolding, shoring, and braces. I installed water pipes, toilets, sinks, put in floor tiles, devolution work, paint, operate scissors lift, and etc. Work Experience 3:

Employer: Staffmark LLC-California, Ontario, CA

Address: 1801 S. Excise Ave. suit 105 Ontario, CA 91761 Dates: 12/2021 - 01/2023

Position: Material Handler/Operator

Hours per week: 40

Phone: 909-***-****

Performed warehouse activities of the receiving, shipping, stocking departments of the warehouse. Performed functions for the packing team, working team and other packers with the arranging, marking, labeling, sealing, tagging, packing, packaging, crating, palletizing and consolidating a variety of items for shipment and storage. Ensured all distribution center orders were properly completed by pulling orders, will calls, shipping and receiving, and customer service. Directed workflow and performance of employees to ensure timely processing of freight. Assisted with inventory counts and compiled reports on inventory, as needed for management. Monitored employee productivity and accuracy to ensure efficiency. Motivated and trained employees on the proper method of processing freight. Supported compliance with all appropriate policies, procedures and rules. Planned layout of stockroom, warehouse, and other storage areas, considering turnover, size, weight, and related factors of items stored. Prepared shipping orders and coordinate deliveries. Contacted carrier representatives to make arrangements and to issue instructions for shipping and delivery. Assisted where needed in fulfilling shipping and inventory control duties. Examined contents of shipment and compare with orders to verify contents. Reviewed/Audited shipments and advised management of shortages or damages. I have experience and knowledge of inputs, outputs, quality control, costs, and techniques for maximizing the distribution of goods and overseeing the packaging and labeling of materials being shipped. Established operational procedures for activities, such as verification of incoming and outgoing shipments, handling and disposition of materials, and keeping warehouse inventory. I also supervised and coordinated activities of workers engaged in loading, unloading, recording, arranging, routing, and delivery of incoming and outgoing freight in a freight storage warehouse of motor transportation firms such as UPS, FedEx, etc. Maintained operations data, such as time, production, and cost records and prepared management reports. Strapped and stacked pallets maintaining a neat and organized warehouse. Reviewed productions schedule to ensure shipments are on time and complete. Followed processes and procedures for the shipping department. Maintained company quality and quantity standards. Maintained a professional attitude and appearance at all times. Excellent PC and basic math skills; Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications. Ability to quickly understand and learn in-house applications. Strong written and oral communication skills. Determined shipping methods using knowledge of shipping procedures, routes and rates. Interacted with shop supervisors and discussed scheduling concerns and expectations. Kept and maintain a clean and safe environment.

Work Experience 4:

Employer: Partner Personnel, Moreno Valley, CA

Address: 12625 Frederick Street, Suite E6-7, Moreno Valley, California 92553. Dates: 12/2020 - 09/2021

Position: Shipping and Receiving (Warehouse) Worker Hours per week: 40

Phone: 951-***-****

Performed warehouse work to include receiving, shipping and inventory control of incoming merchandise. I loaded and unloaded freight trucks, received items and compared against current invoices to ensure the total amount was received and none were damaged. I operated warehouse industrial forklift powered by gasoline, diesel, propane or electric. Transported materials to designated areas using forklift, hand truck, pallet jack and warehouse tractor with trailers. Safely operated forklift truck through narrow aisles in building and up and down ramps, requiring skilled and eye/hand coordination. Positioned forks, lifting platform, or other lifting device under, over, or around loaded pallets, skids, boxes, products, or materials or hooks tow trucks to trailer hitch, and transports load to designated area, Utilized equipment with lifting devices or implements; forklift extensions, boom, scoop, lift or beam, swivel hook, fork grapple, clamps, elevating platform, trailer hitch to push, pull, lift, stack, tier or move parts, equipment, or materials in warehouse, storage yard, shop areas inside and out. Operated equipment on asphalt or concrete roadways and driveways, isles, dirt roads, lots; up and down inclines such as ramps at warehouses and loading docks, and small aisles that require good maneuvering. I performed daily inventory and worked the bi-yearly inventories for the warehouse. I was responsible for breakdown of incoming shipments, according to size, brands, and quantities on shipping documents so that items could be identified on receiving documents. Assured proper accountability and identification of bin locations in backrooms. Maintained and organized warehouse according to layout. Properly and safely made cardboard bales daily. Performed general housekeeping duties on the floor, backroom, and loading docks. I determined where items are to be off-loaded and utilize necessary equipment for proper handling. I received unloaded and processed incoming shipment. I checked and tallied by comparing information on containers and item with receiving documents such as invoices, manufacture’s shipping documents, packing slips, purchase and delivery orders and traffic check sheets. Located and relocated various materials in warehouse. Reviewed incoming materials, identified storage requirements (type of storage, racks, bulk, square footage and cube requirements, equipment and supply requirements (storage aids, placards, forklift size and type), correct marking, pallet stacking patterns; and if material requires additional markings, strapping and the like. Determined what material needed repacking, and/or appropriate documentation to cause corrective action. Knowledgeable of warehouse Quality Control procedures and assisted in the same. Planned storage layouts for the purpose of identifying storage space for incoming materials, care-in-store and in the warehouse projects. Observed safety rules and practices and incorporate this knowledge into every operation. Reviewed material, equipment and facilities and identify potential safety hazards, report and cause corrective actions to be taken. Used various tools and equipment required to accomplish work assignments such as hammers, nail pullers, crow bars, pinch bars, staplers, strapping machines, strap cutters, sealers, stencil cubing machines and measuring tools. I documented discrepancies and/or damaged items by preparing proper reports and documents. I collected and assembled supplies and equipment for shipment and issue. I pulled items from location, segregated and moved items to areas with priority and destination in mind. I selected the best possible items from stock for issue to responsible officers. I transported supplies and equipment to location throughout the warehouse using proper equipment to avoid damage to items. I maintained stock locator system and bin marker cards and inventories items as required. I located stock for best utilization and in keeping with good warehousing practices. I submitted request for items when they are required to maintain stock levels. Perform others warehouse setting duties such as; unpacking boxes, crates, and cartons, which may contain specialized equipment, commodities, heavy equipment, or general use items from manufacturing sources, and returns from other installations. Assigned receiving classifications and compare contract documents and bills of lading against materials received using reference manuals, remote computer terminals, microfiche files, bar code identifiers, printouts, and equipment specifications to verify the accuracy of receiving and shipping documents with actual type, quantity, and quality of materials or equipment being processed. Applied specialized product and equipment knowledge to identify specific types of equipment and materials. Conducted quarterly manual inventories of on hand and excess inventory. Expedited all pending material and to ensure the distribution warehouse has the correct materials ordered. Marked identifying codes, figures, or letters on articles, using labeling equipment. Distribute stock among storage areas, keeping records of material issued. Determine methods of storage, identification, and stock location, considering temperature, humidity, height and weight limits, turnover, floor loading capacities, and required space. Transported material or supplies to departments, using hand or industrial truck. Maintained inventory and other stock records, using computer terminal. Receive, store, and sort unserviceable equipment and supplies for disposal, reclamation and exchange. Issued materials to different shop personnel. Prepare and maintained a prescribed load listing above a 95% accuracy stored in supply room making sure to replenish stock when low. Received awards and recognition for exemplary work. Work Experience 5:

Employer: Eastridge Personnel, Las Vegas, NV

Address: Fashion Show Las Vegas,, NV 89109

Dates: 06/2018 - 03/2020

Position: Construction Laborer

Hours per week: 40

Phone: 702-***-****

Performed general construction laborer duties working on heavy civil construction projects including bridges and water/wastewater treatment facilities to dams, transit/rail, and design-build, remodeling of building structures, apartments complex and housing areas. Performed variety of tasks involving dexterous use of hands and tools, such as demolishing buildings, sawing lumber, removing projections from concrete, mounting pipe hangers, and cutting and attaching insulating material. Also, tasks involved in the upkeep of buildings and related structures, fixtures and utilities. Laid variety of brick, block, and stone in the construction or repair of such items as partitions, walls, walkways, and fireplaces. Operated water trucks and forklifts throughout construction sites delivering material and disposing of demolished debris. Performed plumbing work inserting precut pieces of copper tubing and fittings in holes, connecting tubing and fittings, using solder paste or solder and torch, to form sewer, drain, and water lines. Squared tubing projecting through floor to ensure snug fit of fixtures, using square, wedges, and hammer, and solders fixtures to tubing. Cut opening in structures to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings, using hand and power tools. Located and marked position of pipe installations and passage holes in structures, using measuring instruments, such as ruler and level. Cut, threaded, and bent pipe to required angle, using pipe cutters, pipe-threading machine, and pipe bending machine. Filled pipes or plumbing fixtures with water or air and observes pressure gauges to detect and located leaks. Mixed mortar, using proper proportions of sand, lime, cement, and water are used to obtain desired consistency. I used air hammers, hand hammers, chisels, and crowbars to remove portions of walls and in preparing damaged areas for repair. I built structure walls, walkways, patios, and foundations. I repaired items such as; frame structures, decking, partitions, shelving, doors, forms, siding, and scaffolds. Used and operation of a variety of hand and power tools such as hammers, hand saws, drills, planes, routers, screwdrivers, power nail guns and fasteners, glue guns, metal shears, screw guns, power saws, and power sanders and planes. Followed specific instructions and used of templates, or preplanned, or precut materials. I have the knowledge of design techniques, principles, tools and instruments involved in the production and use of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. Performed other tasks in the upkeep of buildings, grounds, and related structures, fixtures and utilities. Erected scaffolding, shoring, and braces. Sprayed materials such as water, sand, steam, vinyl, paint, or stucco through hose to clean, coat, or seal surfaces. Prepared surfaces for painting, using sandpaper, brushes, or steel wool, and removes old paint from surfaces, using paint remover, scraper and wire brush. Applied caulking compounds by hand or with caulking gun to seal crevices. Applied paint and coating materials on surfaces such as wood, metal, sheet rock and concrete. Refer to work order and instructions to prior to perform work. Filled nail holes, cracks, and joints with caulk, putty, plaster, or other filler, using caulking gun and putty knife. Select premixed paints, or mix required portions of pigment, oil, and thinning and drying substances to prepare paint that matches specified colors. Sprayed specified amount or thickness of primer, protective, decorative, or finish coatings, such as paint, lacquer, sealer, or enamel, onto prepared surfaces, using spray equipment. Strip, sand, mask, repaint surfaces, blend and polish finish to match surrounding areas, manually or using portable power tools. Refer material safety data sheets for hazardous chemicals and basic work instructions. Set up portable ventilators, ladders, and scaffolding prior to painting. Spread drop cloths over floors and room furnishings, cover surfaces, such as; baseboards, door frames, and windows with masking tape and paper to protect surfaces during painting. Painted surfaces, using brushes, spray gun, or paint rollers. Set up ladders and step up stands to perform tasks above ground level. Performed various duties associated with identifying, labeling, collecting, processing, stabilizing, neutralizing, consolidating and/or separating hazardous waste in preparation for disposal. Used proper safety techniques, wear of protective clothing and equipment in order to perform my duties with complete safety and meeting OSHA requirements. Installed solar mirrors as a bummer which, by using a running machine with an air bumming gun. As a maintenance worker, repaired parts, installed sinks, toilets, pipes, patched drywalls, and painted.

Work Experience 6:

Employer Integrity Staffing Solutions, Nashville, TN Address: 5722 Hickory Plz STE C4, Nashville, TN 37211 Dates: 11/2019 - 02/2020

Position: Cherry Picker Operator

Hours per week: 40

Phone: 629-***-****

I operated a cherry picker (pneumatic hoist attached to structural framework) to lift and move loads, such as machinery or bulk materials. Use a cherry picker forklift to place or remove large items on warehouse shelves. I packaged and label items for shipment, kept track of shipments and product relocations within the warehouse Also used a cherry picker forklift with a work platform to elevate workers so they can check inventory Followed all safety regulations and assisted with other tasks as needed, including loading and unloading delivery trucks.

Work Experience 7:

Employer Teg Staffing Inc, Las Vegas, NV

Address: 4220 South Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas NV, 89119 Dates: 06/2018 - 10/2019

Position: Operator/Laborer

Hours per week: 40

Performed heavy labor construction worker tasks such as mixing and pouring concrete required for building, erecting, remodeling and repairing buildings and bridges. Digs, spreads, and levels dirt and gravel, using pick and shovel. Lifts, carries, and holds building materials, tools, and supplies. Cleans tools, equipment, materials, and work areas. Mixes, pours, and spreads concrete, asphalt, gravel, and other materials, using hand tools. Joint, wrapped, and sealed sections of pipe. Performed variety of routine, non-machine tasks, such as removing forms from set concrete, filling expansion joints with asphalt, placing culvert sections in trench, assembling sections of dredge pipeline, removing wallpaper, and laying railroad track. Performed variety of tasks in establishment manufacturing custom concrete products such as freshly cast concrete pipes during curing. Arranged pipes in storage yard and stacks pipe for shipment. Stacked concrete blocks on pallets for removal by forklift truck. Fed concrete blocks into block-breaking machine or abrasive saw to shape blocks. Brushed stone facings to remove loose material and washed acid from stone, using water hose. Repaired defects in concrete surfaces, using mortar or grout and trowel, and smoothed rough spots, using chisel and abrasive stone. Loaded, unloaded, and moved cement, sand, and gravel to work areas, using wheelbarrow, hand truck, industrial truck and forklifts. Cleaned construction sites and company storage yards using shovel, broom, and water hose, and performs other duties as assigned. Cleaned machinery, utensils, and equipment used to process or store products, such as chemicals and paint. Turned valves to drain machines or tanks and disconnects pipes, using wrenches. Sprayed using machine sprayers, tanks, and conveyors with water to loosen and remove dirt or other foreign matter. Scrubbed machines, tanks, tables, pans, bowls, compartments, and conveyors, using brushes, rags, cleaning preparations, and diluted cleaning solutions. Connected hoses and lines to pump and start pump to circulate cleaning solution through hoses and lines. Scrub interior of disconnected gauges and meters, using spiral brushes. Mixed cleaning solutions and diluted acids, according to formula. Measured, cut, constructed, installed, repaired, and modified wood, composite, and wood substitute items where specific fit and accuracy are within allowable limits to produce a serviceable product. Performed various duties associated with identifying, labeling, collecting, processing, stabilizing, neutralizing, consolidating and/or separating hazardous waste in preparation for disposal. Additional Experience

I perform automotive maintenance and repairs on my privately owned vehicles such as; tune –ups spark plugs replacement, sensors, water pumps, brake shoes, condensers, engine gaskets, a variety of belts and hoses. Service cooling system by flushing radiators and replacing anti-freeze solutions. Service engines and transmissions by draining oil, replacing filters and oil pan gaskets. Serviced brake system by cleaning brake assemblies, replacing rubber brake boots, springs and adjust brakes. Inspect sensing valves, expansion valves, and pressure regulator valves for damage. Routinely repair, rebuild, modify, adjust and inspect all pieces of automotive equipment. Repair hydraulic systems by inspecting for worn out or damaged fittings, hoses, hydraulic valves, manifolds and making repairs and/or replacing components, O rings, filters and servicing fluid reservoirs. Repair suspension systems by disassembly, inspecting and repairing suspension bars and suspension springs on trucks. Replace seals, gaskets, clean bearings and repack grease on bearings and lubricate suspension. Repair brake systems by cleaning and repairing or replacing brake adjusters, bearings, seals and gaskets. I replace brake shoes, springs, service brake hubs and route brake drums for measurement to determine serviceability and for refurbishing. Service fuel system by replacing filters, servicing fuel tanks, repairing and/or replacing fuel and primer pumps, testing and inspecting fuel lines and hoses, electrical fuel injectors and emission control. Clean and replaced battery cables, clamps and check voltage and current control valves. Perform general preventive maintenance on manual and automatic transmissions, all mechanical systems and components. Use mechanic tools consisting of common tool sets of files, punches, open end wrenches, sockets, ratchets, torque wrenches, pliers, brake tools, and screwdrivers, Allen hex, adjustable, pipe and open end), socket wrench sets, extractor sets, tap and die sets, hammers and vice pliers. Use air and power tools such as drills, power sanders, Dremel tools, and impact wrenches. Use common equipment such as pressure bleeding devices, pressure gages and operated a small variety of test equipment such as; capacity testers to determine if batteries are discharging or need replacement antifreeze gage and tension gages to check for proper adjustments of belts. Always, safe and knowledgeable use of paints plasters chemicals, solvents, and caustic cleaning agents. Experience in steam cleaning and washing automotive engines, transmissions and components such as oil pans crankshafts camshafts engine blocks transmission cases, power steering boxes, brake cylinders, and radiators. Mix and disposed various cleaning chemicals to accomplish the job at hand. Pre-soak and rinse by immersing objects in cleaning solutions or water, manually or using hoists. Clean engines, bodies, and chassis of trucks and other vehicles, using high pressure steam hose and detergent solution. Started boiler to generate steam and sprayed steam with detergent solution over vehicle chassis, engine, or parts, to remove dirt and grease. Brush off adherent grime and grease and spray vehicle body with steam and caustic compound to remove tar. Operate pressure valves on equipment to regulate pressure and flow of water, air, steam, or abrasives from sprayer nozzles. I have experience using the tools of trade but not limited to wrenches, grinders, adjustable box, tubing wrenches, pneumatic wrenches, torque, wrenches-ft lb., inch lb., standard tools, measuring tools such as micrometers, depth gauge, magnetic dial indicator, metric tools, impact tools, feeler gauges. Inspect roller bearings, pressure test system using test gages, fill oil levels to specifications, and use manuals for proper specifications. Use all safety equipment

Education and Training

Electronics DC Certificate

1 Year at College or a Technical or Vocational School Haney Institution, Panama, FL General High School Curriculum

High School Diploma

Barstow Aztec High School, Barstow, CA

Occupational Licenses and Certificates

Air Quality Dust Control

Clark County Nevada

OSHA 10 - Hour Construction Industry

Career safe Campus

Electronics DC

Haney Technical Institution

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