Logistics, Warehouse & Transportation Specialist

LeShun Venson

Chicago, IL • 708-***-****

Professional Summary

Experienced logistics, transportation, and warehouse professional with strong experience in spotter driving, freight operations, warehouse distribution, traffic control, and maintenance operations. Skilled in operating hostlers, forklifts, pallet jacks, and heavy equipment while maintaining safety and productivity standards. Dependable team player with excellent communication skills, strong work ethic, and the ability to quickly learn new systems and responsibilities.

Work Experience

Delivery Driver OTR

Linear Logistics LLC. — Chicago, IL

February 2026 – Present

* Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections in compliance with DOT regulations

* Maintain a 99% on-time delivery performance rate

* Operate ELD systems and maintain accurate delivery documentation

* Optimize delivery routes while practicing defensive driving techniques

* Secure cargo and perform routine vehicle maintenance procedures

Retail Purchase Specialist (Remote)

Parcel Root Couriers LLC. — Chicago, IL

July 2025 – January 2026

* Coordinated logistics and supply chain operations for freight movement

* Assisted with vendor communication and shipment tracking

* Reduced shipping costs and improved delivery efficiency

* Maintained inventory accuracy and organized shipping records

Warehouse Associate / Picker Packer

Target Warehouse — Chicago, IL

July 2025 – September 2025

* Picked and packed customer orders with high accuracy

* Operated RF scanners, pallet jacks, and warehouse equipment

* Assisted with inventory control and shipping operations

* Consistently exceeded productivity and safety goals

Quality Coordinator

Onigiri Kororin — Chicago, IL

February 2025 – June 2025

* Maintained food safety and cleanliness standards

* Managed inventory and reduced product waste

* Assisted customers and supported daily operations in a fast-paced environment

Flagger / Traffic Control

Chicago Transit Authority — Chicago, IL

July 2024 – January 2025

* Directed traffic safely around construction zones

* Communicated detour information to drivers and pedestrians

* Maintained safe and organized traffic flow during construction activities

Spotter Driver

Union Pacific Railroad — Bedford Park, IL

August 2022 – October 2023

* Operated hostlers, top loaders, cranes, and heavy equipment

* Transported and secured intermodal containers safely

* Climbed rail car ladders to lock and unlock containers

* Followed all operational and safety procedures

Terminal Operator Ramp

ITS ConGlobal — Chicago, IL

November 2020 – April 2022

* Operated hostlers in rail yard operations

* Assisted with loading and unloading intermodal containers

* Worked alongside crane and heavy equipment operators

* Followed safety, attendance, and operational guidelines

Janitor / Maintenance

ABM Industries — Chicago, IL

March 2017 – May 2020

* Maintained police stations, libraries, and commercial buildings

* Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, and cleaning equipment

* Assisted with shipping, receiving, and warehouse operations

* Performed snow removal, floor maintenance, and general upkeep

Production Assistant

Adecco — Chicago, IL

November 2016 – January 2017

* Assisted with assembly line production and machine operations

* Ensured products met company quality standards

* Maintained production documentation and workflow support

Facility Technician / Housekeeper

Sacred Heart Home Health — Chicago, IL

December 2014 – September 2016

* Performed housekeeping, maintenance, shipping/receiving, and inventory duties

* Operated balers, shredders, and pallet jacks

* Assisted residents and maintained safe facility operations

Technician Assistant

Springfield Heating & Air Conditioning — Chicago, IL

November 2013 – September 2014

* Assisted with furnace, boiler, and air conditioning repairs

* Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment

* Managed inventory and shipping/receiving responsibilities

General Laborer

Elite Staffing — Chicago, IL

March 2010 – November 2013

* Performed construction and maintenance labor duties

* Operated power tools and assisted skilled trades workers

* Assisted with landscaping, cleanup, and material handling

Building & Grounds Laborer

CMS — Chicago, IL

July 2008 – February 2010

* Assisted with maintenance, landscaping, and snow removal

* Supported FEMA SNAP operations with customer service and data entry

* Managed inventory and shipping/receiving tasks

Education

High School Diploma / GED

Marie Sklodowska Curie Metropolitan High School — Chicago, IL

Security Guard Training

Malcolm X College — Chicago, IL

Skills

* Spotter / Yard Jockey Operations

* Hostler & Intermodal Operations

* Forklift & Pallet Jack Operation

* Warehouse & Distribution

* Shipping & Receiving

* Inventory Control

* Freight & Logistics Coordination

* Traffic Control & Safety Compliance

* Customer Service

* Heavy Equipment Operation

* Maintenance & Groundskeeping

* RF Scanner & Warehouse Systems

* Team Collaboration & Communication

* Loading & Unloading Freight

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