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Joseph Ademola Okusote

Certified Terminal (Terberg) Truck Driver And Forklift Operator
24 Oduroye Street Ile Epo Oke Odo Alimosho, Lagos State Nigeria,Lagos State Nigeria

Summary

Safety-oriented Forklift Operator knowledgeable about proper handling of heavy machinery, pallet jacks, cherry pickers and forklifts. Works well independently and as part of team. Excellent interpersonal communication skills.

Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Reliable employee seeking forklift position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment.

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Industrious Forklift Operator trained in all aspects of shipment inspections and transportation. Versed in using scanners and warehouse management systems (WMS) to promote safe and on-time shipment and delivery. Strong and robust individual comfortable lifting up to 110.231 pounds and operating all job-related equipment such as shrink wrap machines.

Experienced forklift with over 3 years of experience in industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level forklift position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Certifications
1
1
Language

Work History

Truck Driver

Micura,APMT MAERSK
Apapa, Lagos
06.2021 - Current
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks and forklifts.
  • Pushed and pulled dollies into place and raised and lowered landing gear on semi-trailers.

Forklift Operator

Climax Ware House
Mushin, Lagos
04.2018 - 07.2020
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Removed orders from storage, wrapped and staged for shipments.
  • Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Received cargo by lifting and moving it using hand trucks and pallet jacks.
  • Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Boosted team performance by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
  • Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns or delays.
  • Monitored production schedule to keep proper amount of inventory on hand.
  • Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
  • Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
  • Operated all loaders, Forklift equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Maneuvered swivel-hooks, hoists and elevating platforms to move materials.

Pool Driver

Caverton Helipcopter
Ikeja, Lagos
07.2017 - 02.2018

A pool driver and also driver our safety manager

  • Learned new skills and applied to daily tasks to improve efficiency and productivity.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues.
  • Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record.
  • Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
  • Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.
  • Adhered to social distancing protocols and wore mask or face shield.
  • Successfully maintained clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.

Ambulance Driver

Kupa Medical Hospital
Isolo , Lagos State
01.2016 - 02.2017
  • Completed mechanical checklist prior to each shift, monitoring functionality of ambulance.
  • Earned and maintained necessary certifications.
  • Removed and replaced soiled linens and equipment to maintain sanitary conditions.
  • Transported patients to assigned medical facilities, enabling secure delivery to appropriate departments.
  • Reported facts concerning accidents or emergencies to hospital personnel and law enforcement officials.
  • Maintained flexible availability to accommodate on-call hours.
  • Assessed ambulance for cleanliness and properly stocked with first aid and medical supplies.
  • Assisted patients onto ambulance gurney and with transfer into ambulance.
  • Accepted daily patient transport assignments and drove ambulance with medical personnel to patient location.
  • Administered first aid such as bandaging, splinting and oxygen support.
  • Documented and reported mechanical issues to appropriate service personnel.
  • Restrained violent or non-compliant patients in emergency situations.
  • Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
  • Conducted research, gathered information from multiple sources and presented results.
  • Drove operational improvements which resulted in savings and improved profit margins.

Education

Diploma In Truck Driving - Terminal Truck

Mearsk
Apapa Lagos Nigeria
03.2021 - 04.2021

Diploma In Wood Lamination - Woodworking

Cash And Carry Wood Lamination
Mushin Lagos State
02.2007 - 05.2009

Primary Scho Certificate - Primary School

Saint Martins Primary School, Mushin Lagos
Mushin Lagos Nigeria
09.1993 - 09.1999

Secondary School Certificate - SSSCE

Ransome Kuti Memorial Grammer School
Mushin Lagos
09.1999 - 06.2006

Skills

    CPR training

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Certification

Licensed [driving license]

Timeline

Truck Driver

Micura,APMT MAERSK
06.2021 - Current

Diploma In Truck Driving - Terminal Truck

Mearsk
03.2021 - 04.2021

Certified [truck driver], [Maersk]

02-2021

Kitia energy training school (forklift) certificate

07-2018

[Forklift] operating license

07-2018

[Forklift], certificate

07-2018

Forklift Operator

Climax Ware House
04.2018 - 07.2020

Pool Driver

Caverton Helipcopter
07.2017 - 02.2018

Ambulance Driver

Kupa Medical Hospital
01.2016 - 02.2017

Licensed [driving license]

03-2010

Diploma In Wood Lamination - Woodworking

Cash And Carry Wood Lamination
02.2007 - 05.2009

Secondary School Certificate - SSSCE

Ransome Kuti Memorial Grammer School
09.1999 - 06.2006

Primary Scho Certificate - Primary School

Saint Martins Primary School, Mushin Lagos
09.1993 - 09.1999
Joseph Ademola OkusoteCertified Terminal (Terberg) Truck Driver And Forklift Operator