Edward Rooks Jr
Memphis
Summary
Hardworking individual with a continued focus on safety and customer service. Offering several years of experience working as a transporter. Looking to join a new company in the role of professional.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2015
2015
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Transporter
Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital
Memphis
03.2023 - Current
- Transported patients to various departments within the hospital safely.
- Assisted clinical staff with patient transfers during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of transport equipment and vehicles.
- Communicated effectively with healthcare teams regarding patient needs and statuses.
- Coordinated schedules for timely patient transport across multiple shifts.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies during all transportation activities.
- Collaborated with other departments to streamline transport processes efficiently.
- Interacted with customers which helped to builds positive relationships.
- Assisted patients with entering and exiting vehicles, and transferring from or to wheelchairs or stretchers.
- Upheld hospital standards of professionalism, including wearing proper identification and uniform during all transports.
- Answered patient call signals, signal lights or intercom systems to determine patient needs.
- Checked wheelchair and stretcher functionality prior to patient pick up.
- Communicated effectively with patients of diverse backgrounds, ages, and medical conditions.
- Facilitated the smooth handover of patients to receiving departments, ensuring clear communication of any special requirements.
- Collaborated closely with nursing and medical staff to coordinate patient transports according to schedule and urgency.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability, responding to unexpected changes in transport schedules or routes.
- Safely transported patients to and from various departments within the hospital, ensuring comfort and safety.
Fueler
Swissport Cargo Services
Memphis
01.2017 - 04.2023
- Operated fueling vehicles for timely aircraft refueling at bustling cargo terminals.
- Conducted safety checks on fueling equipment to ensure operational readiness and compliance.
- Monitored fuel inventory levels to maintain efficient supply for daily operations.
- Collaborated with ground crew to coordinate fuel delivery schedules and streamline processes.
- Utilized fueling systems and protocols to ensure safe delivery of aviation fuel.
- Trained new employees on fueling procedures and safety standards within the company.
- Stored, transferred and dispensed petroleum fuel products.
- Maintained daily log of all fueling activities and reported any irregularities or discrepancies to the supervisor.
- Assisted with daily fuel inspections including preloading and quality control.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving aircrafts on the ground or in the air.
- Followed FAA guidelines when handling hazardous materials related to fueling operations such as jet fuels, lubricants and chemicals.
- Fueled and de-fuel many aircraft per flight crew and flight plan requirements.
- Loaded supplies onto airplanes according to weight specifications set by airlines for each flight route.
- Operated ground service equipment including cargo loaders, refueling trucks, tugs, belt loaders and deicing vehicles.
Forklift Operator
XPO Logistics
Memphis
11.2015 - 01.2017
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the warehouse environment.
- Inspected equipment daily to ensure safety and operational efficiency.
- Loaded and unloaded freight from trucks using powered industrial trucks.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline loading processes and improve workflow.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks during material handling operations.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
Loader and Unloader
American Auto Works
Memphis
04.2012 - 10.2015
- Loaded and unloaded vehicles with precision and care.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks for efficient material handling.
- Inspected shipments for accuracy and quality before processing.
Education
Auto Repair And Collision -
Remington College
Memphis, TN 04.2014 - 04.2016
Whitehaven High School
Memphis, TNSkills
- Patient transport
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Schedule coordination
- Team collaboration
- Customer relationship management
- Inventory monitoring
- Effective communication
- Quality control inspections
- Problem solving
- Flexibility and adaptability
- Professionalism
- Time management
- Customer service
- Fuel efficiency maximization
- Emergency response preparedness
- Wheelchair transport
- Wheelchair operation
- Wheelchair assistance
- Transportation procedures
- Transportation
- Professionalism and ethics
- Patient escorting
- Transportation safety protocols
- Excellent communication
- Safety protocols
- Problem resolution
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Tri-State Area
Timeline
Transporter
Methodist Le Bonheur Germantown Hospital
03.2023 - Current
Fueler
Swissport Cargo Services
01.2017 - 04.2023
Forklift Operator
XPO Logistics
11.2015 - 01.2017
Auto Repair And Collision -
Remington College
04.2014 - 04.2016
Loader and Unloader
American Auto Works
04.2012 - 10.2015
Whitehaven High School