William Gapski
Rochelle
Summary
Experienced professional with a versatile background in personal assistance and forklift operation. Known for strong customer service and multitasking abilities, ready to leverage expertise in enhancing client well-being and improving operational efficiency.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Assistant
State of Illinois Division of Rehabilitation Services HSP
Freeport, IL
03.2025 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to enhance quality of life.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to individuals in care.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
- Trained new staff on best practices for client care and safety protocols.
- Advocated for client needs, ensuring access to appropriate resources and support services.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Contributed to a positive home atmosphere by engaging clients in conversation and recreational activities tailored to their interests.
- Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Supported clients'' mental health by actively listening to concerns and offering compassionate companionship during challenging times.
- Promoted independence with structured routines and clear communication to support clients in their daily lives.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Managed household chores efficiently, enabling clients to enjoy a clean living space without added stress or physical strain.
Forklift Operator
Del Monte Foods
Rochelle, IL
10.2005 - Current
- Operated forklifts to transport materials efficiently within warehouse environment.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to ensure optimal functionality and safety compliance.
- Assisted in training new operators on best practices for safe forklift operation and maintenance.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory movements using warehouse management systems.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
- Maintained optimal inventory levels with precise forklift operation and proper storage techniques.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
- Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
- Prevented stock discrepancies by performing routine inventory checks using both manual methods and automated systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
Streator High School
Streator, IL05-1993
Skills
- Time management
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Valid Driver's license
- Complex Problem-solving
- Resourceful
- Flexible schedule
- Housekeeping
- Clean driving record
Certification
- Forklift Operator Training - Every Three Years.
Timeline
Personal Assistant
State of Illinois Division of Rehabilitation Services HSP
03.2025 - Current
Forklift Operator
Del Monte Foods
10.2005 - Current
High School Diploma -
Streator High School