A N T H O N Y W. FA R M E R2206 Alice Ave., Apt. 104, Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Contact: 240-351-2426E-mail: farmeranthony916@yahoo.com

Forklift Operator and General Laborer with specialized and diverse experience working in warehouse, construction, landscaping and food services environments; a team player with solid customer service achievements

Safety Techniques | Organization and Communication | Physical Dexterity | Food/Retail Services

Reliable, hardworking, self-directed and self-motivated team player interested in obtaining a Forklift Operator, Warehouse Laborer, General Laborer, or Inventory Stock position using excellent ability to operate hydraulic forklifts; able to work in extreme conditions; physically able to stack and store merchandise to appropriate areas within multiple locations; ability to perform basic maintenance and preventative maintenance functions on a multitude of tools and equipment. A dedicated worker with proven attention to detail who easily adapts to changing priorities and tasks while effectively interacting with diverse customers; comfortable with working in a team setting, yet demonstrates ability to work independently.

Qualifications:

Demonstrated ability to operate forklifts and pallet jacks; able to lift up to 75lbs Proficient in picking, packing, and moving duties; knowledge of common warehouse/construction layouts and their

functionality Functional knowledge of commonly-used concepts and inventory practices used in a warehouse capacity; ability to follow

written and verbal instructions; solid team –oriented attitude Contributes to team and organizational efforts by accomplishing related results Ability to improve efficiency and enhance overall business profitability Basic computer skills; working knowledge of MS Word, Internet Research, and Email

S P E C I A L I Z E D E X P E R I E N C E

Extensive experience loading and unloading trucks; shifting products and merchandise to different areas within a warehouse/construction environment

Works effectively alongside supervisors and/or team leads to collect, tabulate, distribute, and sort merchandise, products, and supplies

Brings various merchandise to workers on the line and/or throughout construction site; ensures machinery is consistently operational

Routinely takes necessary steps to keep away from and avoid dangerous situations Completes shipments and/or specialized orders by processing and loading various transportation vehicles and corresponding

machinery in a timely manner Prepares orders by processing requests and supply orders; pulling materials, packing/unpacking boxes, and placing orders in

delivery areas Effectively maintains inventory controls by collecting stock location orders and printing requests Consistently maintains quality control and service by following established organizational standards Maintains safe and clean work environment by keeping shelves, pallet area, and workstation neat and organized Complies with policies, procedures, rules, and regulations; completes necessary reports as needed Additional experience includes basic home improvement, appliance repair; assisting Engineers with various electrical

wiring/installation, as well as providing a wide range of landscaping and lawn maintenance services that includes grass cutting, trimming, mulching services, grass/debris removal and basic window treatment

Several years of food services experience having worked as a Prep/Fry Cook, Sandwich Maker, Kitchen Assistant, and Line Cook; basic (with some specialty) food knowledge to include handling, safety, prep, cooking, storage, sanitation, etc.

P R O F E S S I O N A L H I S T O R Y

Independent Contractor (General Laborer); Self-Employed 09/2002 – 12/2013Landscaping Laborer, CER Lawns (Wheaton, MD) 05/2007 – 12/2007Night Stock Associate, K-Mart (Silver Spring, MD) 10/2006 – 04/2007Various Food/General Laborer Services Positions, Kitchen Match Temporary Agency (Wash., DC) 08/2005 – 08/2006Various Construction & Laborer Positions, Labor Finders (Rockville, MD) 06/2003 – 06/2005Sandwich Maker/Asst. Prep Cook, Jerry’s Pizza & Sub (Silver Spring, MD) 11/2002 – 07/2003Prep/Fry Cook, Popeye’s (Temple Hills, MD) 09/2001 – 11/2002Forklift Operator/Warehouse Laborer, Premium Distributors (Washington, DC) 07/2001 – 09/2002Groundskeeper/Laborer, Rock Creek Cemetery (Washington, DC) 06/1998 – 07/2001Laborer, Kobane, Inc. (Washington, DC) 03/1997 – 06/1998Laborer, Hutch Staffing (College Park, MD) 10/1996 – 02/1997Electrician Helper, Springvale Terrace Retirement Community (Silver Spring, MD) 02/1995 – 08/1996

E D U C A T I O N

Bethesda Chevy Chase High School, Graduated 1987

Additional information and references available upon request