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Heather Gard

Rensselaer

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

17
17
years of professional experience
2001
2001
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Forklift Operator

Donaldson
Rensselaer
09.2025 - 12.2025
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials across the warehouse.
  • Loaded and unloaded shipments efficiently for storage and distribution.
  • Inspected equipment daily to ensure operational safety and compliance.

Associate

Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc.
Lafayette
01.2014 - 08.2025
  • Collaborated with teams to improve production workflows and efficiency.
  • Assisted in training new associates on safety protocols and operational procedures.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment to ensure proper functioning and safety.
  • Implemented quality control measures to uphold manufacturing standards.
  • Trained new team members on company standards and procedures.
  • Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
  • Led team meetings to discuss project updates and address challenges.

Patient Care Technician

Franciscan Health Lafayette East
Lafayette
04.2009 - 01.2014
  • Provided direct patient care and support for daily activities.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted with patient mobility and transfers to ensure safety.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
  • Responded promptly to patient needs and concerns in a compassionate manner.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
  • Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
  • Assisted with patient admissions, discharges and transfers.
  • Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.

Education

Frankfort Senior High School
Frankfort , IN

Skills

  • Forklift operation
  • Equipment inspection
  • Safety compliance
  • Load management
  • Patient Care
  • Previous CNA
  • Phlebotomist

Timeline

Forklift Operator

Donaldson
09.2025 - 12.2025

Associate

Subaru of Indiana Automotive Inc.
01.2014 - 08.2025

Patient Care Technician

Franciscan Health Lafayette East
04.2009 - 01.2014

Frankfort Senior High School
Heather Gard