APRIL BROOKS
COLUMBIA
Summary
Hardworker who loves to work independently. Fast learner, Reliable, Safety cautious and Detailed Oriented.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Local Truck Driver
Mattress Warehouse LLC
West Columbia, SC, US
01.2025 - Current
- Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
- Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping by diligently updating electronic logs and submitting required paperwork in a timely manner.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations through diligent adherence to hours of service requirements and regular safety checks.
Yard Jockey
Ace Transport
West Columbia, SC, US
02.2021 - 12.2024
- Move/Back tractor trailers in/out dock doors.
- Check temperatures on trailers and make sure their at the proper settings
- Wash out trailers when needed
- Drive trailers to other locations when needed
Dockworker/Cold Storage Forklift Operator
Otis Spunkmyers
West Columbia, SC, US
03.2016 - 11.2020
- Operate forklifts in freezer of warehouse
- Load/unload trucks
- Use RF Scanner to confirm products I'm picking to load and release drivers after paperwork is done
OTR Truck Driver
Dart Transit Company
Buford, GA
01.2012 - 01.2016
- Operated and maintained Class A commercial vehicles in compliance with DOT regulations.
- Planned efficient routes to minimize fuel consumption and maximize delivery timelines.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and operational readiness.
- Delivered freight across various states while adhering to company policies and customer requirements.
OTR Truck Driver
Covenant Transport
Chattanooga, TN, US
11.2010 - 01.2012
- Drive manual tractor trailer in all 48 states and deliver products
- Made sure that deliveries were on time for scheduled appointments.
- Maintained accurate driving records in accordance with federal laws and regulations.
- Maintained compliance with federal regulations through diligent adherence to hours of service requirements and regular safety checks.
Forklift Operator
Carla's Pasta Distribution
S. Windsor, CT, US
01.2006 - 10.2010
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments
- Reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
Education
Certificate - Commercial License
New England Nettts Tractor Trailer
Somers, CT, US10.2010
Associate of Arts - Associate
Trinity Community College
Hartford, CT, US01.2005
GED - Ged
Hartford Adult Education
Hartford, CT, US06.2003
Skills
- Forklifts - Expert
- Customer Service - Experienced
- Loading/Unloading Freight - Experienced
- Tractor Trailers - Expert
- Computers - Experienced
- Yard Hostler
Certification
Smith Safety
LANGUAGES
English
Timeline
Local Truck Driver
Mattress Warehouse LLC
01.2025 - Current
Yard Jockey
Ace Transport
02.2021 - 12.2024
Dockworker/Cold Storage Forklift Operator
Otis Spunkmyers
03.2016 - 11.2020
OTR Truck Driver
Dart Transit Company
01.2012 - 01.2016
OTR Truck Driver
Covenant Transport
11.2010 - 01.2012
Forklift Operator
Carla's Pasta Distribution
01.2006 - 10.2010
Certificate - Commercial License
New England Nettts Tractor Trailer
Associate of Arts - Associate
Trinity Community College
GED - Ged
Hartford Adult Education