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Michael Santelli

Joliet,IL

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Forklift Operator

Amazon
2024.08 - Current
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.

Delivery Driver

Am/PM Express
2023.06 - 2024.08
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
  • Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.

Propane Delivery Driver

Suburban Propane
2022.08 - 2023.05
  • Followed all necessary safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
  • Loaded and unloaded propane cylinders onto truck using proper safety protocols.
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding quickly to inquiries and concerns.
  • Took corrective action when necessary to avoid potential hazards while transporting goods.
  • Inspected truck, cargo tanks, and related equipment before each delivery.

Propane Delivery Driver

AmeriGas Propane
2021.11 - 2022.05
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes
  • Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods
  • Performed pretrip and post trips on vehicle and equipment
  • Loaded and repaired forklift cylinders
  • Then performed leak check
  • Delivered to home and commercial propane customers.
  • Loaded, secured, and unloaded cargo in a safe and timely manner.

Forklift Operator

The Home Depot Distribution Center
2021.05 - 2021.08
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting
  • Coordinated with teammates and supervisors to meet daily goals.
  • Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
  • Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
  • Utilized RF scanner technology while moving stock within facility in order to maintain accurate inventory levels.

Universal Jam Clear

Amazon
2020.02 - 2021.03
  • Observed machine operation and made adjustments during production run while operating two or more machines
  • Worked with a team to help get products out to customer
  • Cleared jammed products on conveyors
  • Planned with supervisors to meet daily quotas.

Warehouse Associate

Integrity Staffing Solutions Inc.
2019.05 - 2020.01
  • Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to verify accuracy and prevent errors
  • Operated forklifts to transfer inventory to and from target destinations
  • Worked with teammates and supervisors to meet daily goals
  • Worked safely around moving machinery
  • Inspected work areas for cleanliness and obstacles and removed cartons and boxes to keep work areas organized and hazard-free.

Business Owner/Operator

Guardian Pilot Cars Service
2006.05 - 2019.03
  • Specialized in the movement of overweight, over length, and over height freight
  • Adhered to safety requirement with no complaints, incidents or accidents
  • Excellent reading comprehension of permits and state regulations
  • Acknowledgment of using,loading and unloading specialized trailers
  • Worked with teammates to transport oversized load damage free across the united states.
  • Analyzed competitor's pricing and product offerings in order to remain competitive within the market.

Auto Refinish Technician

South Holland Auto Body
1996.05 - 2006.01
  • Maintaining shop inventory and supplies
  • Reviewed work orders and discussed them with supervisors
  • Followed OEM manufacturer specifications to complete repairs
  • Provided customers with invoices and receipts detailing services performed.
  • Evaluated existing finishes on vehicles in order to determine most effective refinishing techniques.

Education

Illinois Class A CDL: Illinois CDL - Illinois CDL laws

Advantage Truck Driving School
07.2010

Utah Pilot Car Certification: Pilot Car Regulation - Pilot Car Regulation

RSA Network Inc
South Jordan, UT
05.2007

High School Diploma -

Mount Carmel High School
06.1993

Skills

  • Licensed Class A Commercial Driver
  • Logistics knowledge
  • Clean MVR
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • 12 years in oversized load industry
  • Customer Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • TWIC Card
  • HAZMAT Endorsement
  • Experienced in Forklift Operation
  • Manage Delivery Routes
  • Order Fulfillment Expertise
  • Package Preparation
  • Clear Dispatch Coordination

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Amazon
2024.08 - Current

Delivery Driver

Am/PM Express
2023.06 - 2024.08

Propane Delivery Driver

Suburban Propane
2022.08 - 2023.05

Propane Delivery Driver

AmeriGas Propane
2021.11 - 2022.05

Forklift Operator

The Home Depot Distribution Center
2021.05 - 2021.08

Universal Jam Clear

Amazon
2020.02 - 2021.03

Warehouse Associate

Integrity Staffing Solutions Inc.
2019.05 - 2020.01

Business Owner/Operator

Guardian Pilot Cars Service
2006.05 - 2019.03

Auto Refinish Technician

South Holland Auto Body
1996.05 - 2006.01

Utah Pilot Car Certification: Pilot Car Regulation - Pilot Car Regulation

RSA Network Inc

High School Diploma -

Mount Carmel High School

Illinois Class A CDL: Illinois CDL - Illinois CDL laws

Advantage Truck Driving School
Michael Santelli