Ross Hodgman
Aitkin
Summary
Cooperative forklift operator with several years of experience lifting and carrying heavy loads using warehouse equipment. Qualified to operate various classes of forklifts and practiced in wide range of heavy equipment. Talented problem-solver with strong ethics, integrity and relationship-building abilities.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
PCA
Golden Heart Home Health Services, LLC
Brainerd, MN
12.2024 - Current
- Provided compassionate personal care and assistance to clients with daily living activities.
- Monitored and documented client health status, reporting changes to healthcare professionals.
- Assisted clients in maintaining hygiene, mobility, and overall well-being through tailored support plans.
- Led training sessions for new staff on best practices for patient care and safety protocols.
- Implemented effective communication strategies to ensure client needs were met promptly and efficiently.
PCA
BLUELINX
Aitkin, Minnesota
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Operated forklifts to move materials safely within the warehouse and material yard.
- Conducted daily inspections of forklift equipment for safety compliance.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments efficiently using multiple sized equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow in loading areas.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
- Organized storage areas to facilitate easy access to materials and supplies.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
Night stocker
Walmart
Baxter, Minnesota
01.2021 - 11.2023
- Stocked shelves with merchandise to ensure availability for customers.
- Organized backroom inventory for efficient retrieval during stocking shifts.
- Assisted in unloading delivery trucks to replenish store stock levels.
- Monitored product expiration dates and removed outdated items promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate stocking schedules effectively.
- Communicated with supervisors about inventory levels and product needs.
- Trained new staff on stocking procedures and safety protocols efficiently.
- Identified damaged goods and reported them to supervisor for return.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to move products throughout warehouse.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas throughout shift.
Maintenance Technician
Rivers Edge Assisted Living
Aitkin, Minnesota
02.2014 - 10.2021
- Conducted regular inspections of facility equipment and systems.
- Performed routine maintenance on HVAC and plumbing systems.
- Responded promptly to repair requests from staff and residents.
- Assisted in maintaining a safe and clean living environment.
- Documented maintenance activities and service requests accurately.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations during maintenance tasks.
- Utilized various hand tools and power tools for repairs.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Cleared clogged drains and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
- Repaired or replaced faulty wiring, switches, relays, and other electrical components.
Education
Ged
Minneapolis, MN08.1987
Skills
- Forklift operation
- Safety compliance
- Load/unload shipments
- Equipment inspections
- Team collaboration
- Inventory management
- Material handling
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Staff training
- Materials movement
- Efficient data entry
- Heavy equipment operations
Timeline
PCA
Golden Heart Home Health Services, LLC
12.2024 - Current
PCA
BLUELINX
12.2024 - 06.2025
Night stocker
Walmart
01.2021 - 11.2023
Maintenance Technician
Rivers Edge Assisted Living
02.2014 - 10.2021
Ged