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Joshua Cates

Armadale,WA

Summary

Proven mover and roof tiler with a track record of enhancing team productivity and customer satisfaction at companies like Chess Moving. Excels in heavy lifting and time management, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving skills and physical fitness. Achieved a significant reduction in property damage claims, showcasing a commitment to workplace safety and efficiency. Proficient professional mover versed in packing, loading and unloading items as part of commercial and residential moves. Clear communicator and collaborative team player with unparalleled work ethic. Eager to take on increased responsibility and contribute to business success.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Furniture Mover

Chess Moving
02.2024 - Current
  • Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive work environment that promoted teamwork and productivity.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Reduced property damage claims by employing proper lifting techniques and utilizing padding materials to protect surfaces during moves.
  • Maintained a high level of physical fitness, enabling the efficient completion of strenuous tasks such as lifting heavy items or navigating challenging spaces during moves.
  • Safely transported valuable items by securing them properly within the moving truck to prevent shifting during transit.
  • Improved team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration with fellow movers in coordinating tasks.
  • Completed residential and commercial moves efficiently by adhering to schedules and managing time effectively throughout the day.
  • Navigated challenging spaces safely during moves, expertly maneuvering heavy furniture items up staircases or through tight hallways without causing damage.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with customer possessions or merchandise weighing up to [Number] lbs.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Facilitated seamless transitions between homes or offices by coordinating efficient loading and unloading of moving trucks.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by carefully wrapping and packing delicate furniture items for safe transportation.
  • Streamlined the moving process by effectively disassembling and reassembling large furniture pieces.
  • Assisted clients with last-minute packing needs, demonstrating adaptability and a strong work ethic in high-pressure situations.
  • Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
  • Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Communicated with customers courteously and professionally to drive satisfaction.

Furniture Mover

Allied Pickfords
03.2023 - 01.2024
  • Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive work environment that promoted teamwork and productivity.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Reduced property damage claims by employing proper lifting techniques and utilizing padding materials to protect surfaces during moves.
  • Maintained a high level of physical fitness, enabling the efficient completion of strenuous tasks such as lifting heavy items or navigating challenging spaces during moves.
  • Safely transported valuable items by securing them properly within the moving truck to prevent shifting during transit.
  • Improved team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration with fellow movers in coordinating tasks.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Streamlined the moving process by effectively disassembling and reassembling large furniture pieces.
  • Assisted clients with last-minute packing needs, demonstrating adaptability and a strong work ethic in high-pressure situations.
  • Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
  • Maneuvered items carefully through narrow hallways and doorways to prevent damage.
  • Packed boxes by filling voids and arranging items to fit appropriately based on size, dimensions, and weight.

Furniture Mover

Corey Felton
01.2010 - 12.2018
  • Developed strong working relationships with colleagues, fostering a positive work environment that promoted teamwork and productivity.
  • Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
  • Reduced property damage claims by employing proper lifting techniques and utilizing padding materials to protect surfaces during moves.
  • Maintained a high level of physical fitness, enabling the efficient completion of strenuous tasks such as lifting heavy items or navigating challenging spaces during moves.
  • Safely transported valuable items by securing them properly within the moving truck to prevent shifting during transit.
  • Improved team efficiency through clear communication and collaboration with fellow movers in coordinating tasks.
  • Completed residential and commercial moves efficiently by adhering to schedules and managing time effectively throughout the day.
  • Navigated challenging spaces safely during moves, expertly maneuvering heavy furniture items up staircases or through tight hallways without causing damage.
  • Prevented load shifting or damage by using bracing and strapping techniques.
  • Facilitated seamless transitions between homes or offices by coordinating efficient loading and unloading of moving trucks.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by carefully wrapping and packing delicate furniture items for safe transportation.
  • Streamlined the moving process by effectively disassembling and reassembling large furniture pieces.
  • Assisted clients with last-minute packing needs, demonstrating adaptability and a strong work ethic in high-pressure situations.
  • Increased customer referrals by providing exceptional service, consistently arriving on time, and exceeding expectations.
  • Maintained clean and organized moving trucks, ensuring all equipment was readily available for each job.
  • Demonstrated exemplary customer service skills by patiently addressing client concerns, providing detailed explanations, and offering solutions to any issues that arose during the moving process.
  • Managed inventory of moving supplies, regularly restocking materials as needed to ensure optimal preparedness for jobs.
  • Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
  • Moved furniture and boxes using utility dolly and truck ramp.
  • Arranged items at destination according to customer requests and instructions.
  • Maneuvered items carefully through narrow hallways and doorways to prevent damage.
  • Cleaned and maintained truck and other equipment to maintain optimum working condition.
  • Surrounded items in cling film, padded blankets, and tape to protect from damage.
  • Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
  • Assembled pallets and crates for secure transportation of materials.
  • Helped train new employees in safe practices and warehouse procedures.

Roof Tiler

A1 Expert Roofing
01.2012 - 03.2013

Loading tiles on to roof

Sheeting tiles

Cutting tiles

Cementing and Beddin Ridge Caps

Pointing Neat Finishings

Education

No Degree - Welding

Sevenoaks Senior College
Cannington, WA
01.2011

Skills

  • Quick Learner
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Time Management
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Physical Fitness
  • Workplace Safety
  • Willing to Learn
  • Forklift Operator Certification
  • Lifting and sorting
  • Physical Strength and Stamina
  • Pallet Jack Operation
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation

Timeline

Furniture Mover

Chess Moving
02.2024 - Current

Furniture Mover

Allied Pickfords
03.2023 - 01.2024

Roof Tiler

A1 Expert Roofing
01.2012 - 03.2013

Furniture Mover

Corey Felton
01.2010 - 12.2018

No Degree - Welding

Sevenoaks Senior College
Joshua Cates