JASON BLACKWELL
Hampton
Summary
Reliable and hardworking General Laborer with 10+ years of experience in warehouse operations, railroad labor, and landscaping. Skilled in operating heavy machinery, including forklifts, material handling, and maintaining safety standards in fast-paced environments. Known for strong work ethic, physical stamina, and consistently meeting or exceeding production deadlines.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Laborer
Riverside Paper Supply
Newport News
04.2023 - 02.2026
- Performed general labor duties in a warehouse environment
- Assisted with loading and unloading materials and shipments
- Maintained clean, safe, and organized workspace
- Followed safety procedures and team instructions to meet daily goals
General Laborer
H&B Railroad
03.2017 - 01.2023
- Installed and maintained railroad tracks using specialized tools and equipment
- Removed and replaced track components using spike drivers and jacks
- Operated cutting and drilling equipment including torches and saws
- Followed strict safety procedures and attended safety meetings
- Helped complete projects on or ahead of schedule
Team Member
Blackwell's Detailing LLC
10.2013 - 03.2017
- Cleaned and detailed vehicles (interior, exterior, engine areas)
- Applied wax, coatings, and cleaning agents
- Identified and reported vehicle defects
- Followed proper safety procedures when using chemicals
General Laborer
Interstate Warehousing
06.2013 - 03.2017
- Moved freight using forklifts, pallet jacks, and manual equipment
- Loaded and unloaded shipments safely and efficiently
- Inspected materials and ensured product quality standards
- Maintained records and followed work orders to meet deadlines
Lawn Maintenance Worker
Landscaping
10.2006 - 06.2009
- Operated landscaping equipment including mowers and trimmers
- Maintained lawns through mowing, trimming, and fertilizing
- Pruned trees and shrubs and maintained tools and equipment
Education
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
Newport News, VA 09.2004 - 06.2008
Skills
- HEAVY EQUIPMENT OPERATION (FORKLIFT, PALLET JACK, POWER TOOLS)
- WAREHOUSE & MATERIAL HANDLING
- RAILROAD TRACK MAINTENANCE
- SAFETY COMPLIANCE & PROCEDURES
- INVENTORY TRACKING & RECORDKEEPING
- EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
- QUALITY INSPECTION
- TEAM COLLABORATION & TIME MANAGEMENT
- MICROSOFT WORD
- MICROSOFT EXCEL
- MICROSOFT POWERPOINT
Certification
Forklift Certification
Additional Information
Strong physical stamina and reliability, Consistent attendance and punctuality, References available upon request
Timeline
Laborer
Riverside Paper Supply
04.2023 - 02.2026
General Laborer
H&B Railroad
03.2017 - 01.2023
Team Member
Blackwell's Detailing LLC
10.2013 - 03.2017
General Laborer
Interstate Warehousing
06.2013 - 03.2017
Lawn Maintenance Worker
Landscaping
10.2006 - 06.2009
High School Diploma -
Heritage High School
09.2004 - 06.2008