Abu Ishmael Akate
Accra
Summary
Diligent and hard-working candidate ready to contribute solid effort as team member. Thorough and highly organized with excellent communication skills. Reliable worker with strong work ethic.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
GPHA Ghana Ports And Harbors Authority
08.2012 - Current
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Trained in diverse pieces of equipment and useful attachments to handle team needs.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
- Performed thorough pre-shift and post-shift inspections and accurately completed equipment logs and reports.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures, noticeably decreasing job site accidents.
- Documented equipment usage and maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records
Par Time Delivery Driver
Door To Door
04.2016 - 02.2017
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
- Expedited deliveries to meet customer deadlines and requirements.
- Inspected and maintained delivery vehicles regularly to keep in safe working order.
- Communicated with dispatchers to stay informed of changes to routes and delivery schedules.
- Followed corporate procedures to maintain company and customer data confidentiality.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Worked with road knowledge, GPS systems and paper maps to navigate planned route and make adjustments.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
- Promoted customer satisfaction by addressing or escalating concerns for quick resolution.
Cleaner
Rightouse Printing Press
01.2010 - 05.2012
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
- Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
- Cleaned and polished glass doors, mirrors and other surfaces to maintain professional appearance.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Handled equipment, chemicals, and materials properly and with caution.
- Cleaned and maintained lobbies, offices and other common areas in commercial buildings.
- Confirmed all cleaning tools and equipment were stored properly after use.
- Emptied trashcans and transported waste to collection areas.
- Provided assistance to other staff members with cleaning of difficult areas.
- Organized and used industrial cleaning products following strict safety procedures.
- Ordered and stocked cleaning supplies based on current workload and upcoming jobs.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive cleaning plan for entire building.
General Farm Laborer
Akate Farm
02.2008 - 09.2010
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Operated tractors and self-propelled machinery to plow and fertilize soil.
- Managed honeybee colonies, harvested honey, and delivered final products.
- Analyzed soil to measure pH, minerals and organics to judge best fertilizer and amendments for maximum crop production.
- Loaded and unloaded farm supplies and materials and stored in correct barn location.
- Planted, cultivated and harvested corn, wheat and hay crops for optimal growth.
- Cleaned, repaired and maintained farm machinery and tools to keep resources in good working condition.
- Inspected crops for signs of pests and disease to implement necessary control measures.
- Cared for livestock by cleaning and disinfecting pens and facilities.
- Examined livestock animals for signs of illness and injury.
- Irrigated farm soil and performed repairs and routine maintenance on pipes and pumps.
Education
No Degree - REACH STACKER TRUCK OPERATOR TRAINING SCHOOL
GHANA PORT AND HARBORS AUTHORITY TRAINING SCHOOL
GREATER ACCRA- TEMA03.2010
No Degree - Forklift Operator Training
GPHA Ghana Ports And Harbors Authority Training
Tema, Ghana10.2009
Skills
- Project Estimation and Bidding
- Parts Lubrication
- Safe Equipment Operation
- Good Judgement
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Valid Driver's License
- Hydraulic Lifts
- Heavy Lifting
- Interpreting Maps and Instructions
- Safety Procedures
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Safety Program Understanding
- Effective Communication Skills
- Heavy Lifting Proficiency
- Material Handling Equipment
- Forklift Operation
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Off-Road Vehicle Operation
- Heavy Haul Trucking
- Load Management
- Critical Thinking
- Safety Monitoring
Timeline
Par Time Delivery Driver
Door To Door
04.2016 - 02.2017
Heavy Equipment Operator
GPHA Ghana Ports And Harbors Authority
08.2012 - Current
Cleaner
Rightouse Printing Press
01.2010 - 05.2012
General Farm Laborer
Akate Farm
02.2008 - 09.2010
No Degree - REACH STACKER TRUCK OPERATOR TRAINING SCHOOL
GHANA PORT AND HARBORS AUTHORITY TRAINING SCHOOL
No Degree - Forklift Operator Training
GPHA Ghana Ports And Harbors Authority Training
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