Alex Woods
Euless,TX
Summary
Skilled Yard Jockey and Truck Driver with a proven track record at Lazer Spot and Proforward, enhancing operational efficiency and safety. Expert in trailer maneuvering and GPS navigation, coupled with exceptional problem-solving abilities, ensured timely deliveries and zero accidents. Achieved notable improvements in yard congestion and customer satisfaction through effective communication and teamwork.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Yard Jockey
Lazer Spot
Fort Worth, TX
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Reduced yard congestion by coordinating with dispatchers, drivers, and warehouse personnel for smooth operations.
- Operated yard equipment safely, adhering to company policies and guidelines at all times.
- Contributed to a clean work environment by keeping the yard area organized and free of debris.
- Maintained accurate records of trailer locations, contributing to improved inventory management.
- Improved yard efficiency by effectively managing trailer movements and ensuring proper placement.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on yard equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity.
Truck Driver
Proforward
Bloomington, CA
02.2019 - 01.2024
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
- Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
Driver
JB Hunt Transport
Haslet, TX
12.2015 - 01.2019
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Maintained accurate delivery records, ensuring all packages were accounted for and delivered to the correct recipients.
Skills
- Trailer maneuvering
- Shipping and receiving
- Maintaining safety
- Completing repairs
- Heavy equipment operation
- Safety practices
- GPS navigation
- Operating forklifts
- Staging trailers
- Yard maintenance
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Safe driving
- Multitasking
- Excellent communication
Timeline
Yard Jockey
Lazer Spot
01.2024 - 12.2024
Truck Driver
Proforward
02.2019 - 01.2024
Driver
JB Hunt Transport
12.2015 - 01.2019