Louis Rodriguez
North Arlington, NJ 07031
WORK EXPERIENCE
WASTE MANAGEMENT INC.
Keegan Landfill Kearny, NJ
January /2009 – PRESENT
LANDFILL HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATOR
Perform pre- and post-operation inspection of the equipment in accordance with Company policy to ensure windows, lights, mirrors and rear view camera are clean.
Safely and efficiently operate equipment that may include forklift, excavator, bulldozer, front-end loader and other equipment using proper safety standards
Perform and document minor service on equipment, referring more complicated mechanical issues to Maintenance Shop for repair
Ensure that machinery is clean, serviced and stored at the completion of each shift
Recommends measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality. Suggests changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew
Analyzes and resolves work problems, or assists workers in solving work problems
Good follow through ability; ability to adhere to work schedule and follow through on challenges as they arise
Ability to work independently but follow specific detailed instructions
Knowledge of basic vehicle inspection and maintenance, including (but not limited to): check oil and water levels
Safety minded and demonstrate good performance and attendance
Established and maintained good working relationships with other employees and the public
Work as a great team player
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence
Ability to pay close attention to detail
WASTE MANAGEMENT INC.
Transfer Station North Arlington, NJ
October/ 2000 - December/ 2008
Then transferred to Keegan Landfill
LABORER / IN-HOUSE FACILITY DRIVER
Yard jockey driver in facility
Brought empty trailers into bay for loading household materials and garbage.
Weighed and covered materials and garbage with tarps. Page2
Dropped-off full trailers in yard for outside companies to pick-up to dispose in landfills.
Operated Street Sweeper
Operated Water Truck
OUTWATER HARDWARE
Cabinet / Hardware / Construction Supplier Wayne, NJ March /1998 - October/ 2000
Customer Service Representative and maintained customer satisfaction to contribute to company's success.
Answer worldwide telephone calls regarding existing accounts.
Consistently improved customer satisfaction through resolutions of conflicts, issues or concerns.
Counter Service Sales Representative taking orders from large corporations in need of materials
Processed all time sensitive deliveries and confirmed all orders were correct and ready to ship nationally and internationally.
Offered Customers Comprehensive hardware selections offering desired materials for their needs and woodworking requirements.
LICENSE SKILLS
Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL),
Hazmat and Tanker Endorsements
Successful completion of OSHA/ DOT physical examination which includes drug and alcohol screening
Show determination/eagerness to learn and retain a basic knowledge of daily work practices
Developed understanding of DOT, EPA & OSHA regulations and TEIs Health and Safety Practices