Austin Smith
Maysville
Summary
Transportation and logistics professional with experience in dispatch coordination, fleet supervision, and LTL pickup-and-delivery operations. Strong background in driver management, DOT compliance, and time-critical freight movement. Proven ability to coordinate multi-state operations, maintain on-time performance, and support safe, efficient terminal operations. Actively seeking a Dispatcher position with R+L Carriers.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dispatcher
LAD Truck Lines Inc.
Watkinsville, GA
04.2024 - Current
- Dispatched and coordinated daily freight movements, ensuring on-time pickup and delivery across assigned lanes
- Communicated continuously with drivers regarding routes, schedules, delays, and equipment issues
- Monitored live loads and proactively resolved service disruptions to minimize downtime and customer impact
- Balanced driver workloads to maximize efficiency while maintaining compliance with safety and DOT standards
- Coordinated with customers, brokers, and internal operations teams to ensure accurate load execution
- Tracked shipment status and updated dispatch systems in real time
- Assisted with load planning and route optimization to reduce delays and improve service reliability
- Responded to time-sensitive issues including breakdowns, schedule changes, and weather disruptions
- Maintained detailed dispatch records and supported operational reporting
- Supported fleet safety initiatives by reinforcing compliance procedures and communication standards
Pick-Up and Delivery Driver
Estes Express Lines
Athens, GA
05.2023 - 04.2024
- Deliver freight to customers in a safe and timely manner in a class A CDL vehicle with no damage or shortages, perform deliveries with a lift gate when needed.
- Meet appointment times to ensure unloading of product.
- Call customers to obtain information about delivery.
- Perform DOT pre-trip and post-trip inspections at the start and end of shift each day.
- Follow all DOT rules and regulations including Hazmat.
Fleet Supervisor
Ruan Transportation
Braselton, GA
04.2022 - 05.2023
- Responsible for overseeing the transportation of goods across multiple states, coordinating with Safelite Auto Glass to ensure proper replenishment for the southeastern and central United States.
- Coordinating with the dispatch manager to schedule drivers on loads, and staying in contact with the warehouse.
- Monitor and assigned 3rd party loads, ensuring on-time delivery.
- As Fleet supervisor, oversaw 33 drivers across the country in multiple cities delivering auto glass to Safelite Auto Glass stores at night.
- Responsible for driver retainment.
- Ensured all equipment was inspected and adequate mechanical work was completed.
Pick-Up and Delivery Driver
Southeastern Freight Lines
Suwanee, GA
04.2017 - 04.2022
- Deliver freight to customers in a safe and timely manner in a class A CDL vehicle with no damages or shortages.
- Perform deliveries with a lift gate when needed.
- Meet appointment times to ensure unloading of product.
- Break down pallets of products to fit a minimum of 20 deliveries inside of 20-foot box truck.
- Perform daily inspections of mechanical equipment for safe usage.
Cavalry Scout
United States Army
Anchorage, AK
10.2013 - 02.2017
- Highly trained and versatile soldier responsible for gathering critical information about the enemy and the battlefield.
- Operating at the forefront of combat, Cavalry Scouts are the eyes and ears of the military, conducting reconnaissance, surveillance, and intelligence-gathering missions.
- We utilized advanced technology, such as drones and sophisticated communication equipment, to relay real-time information to command centers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Supply Chain Management
American Military University
06.2026
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Logistics Coordination
- MS office
- Maintenance Management
- DOT Compliance
- Excel
- Driver Management
- Equipment Operation
- Commercial Drivers License (Class A)
Certification
Commercial Driver's License (Class A)
Timeline
Dispatcher
LAD Truck Lines Inc.
04.2024 - Current
Pick-Up and Delivery Driver
Estes Express Lines
05.2023 - 04.2024
Fleet Supervisor
Ruan Transportation
04.2022 - 05.2023
Pick-Up and Delivery Driver
Southeastern Freight Lines
04.2017 - 04.2022
Cavalry Scout
United States Army
10.2013 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Supply Chain Management
American Military University
WEBSITE, PORTFOLIO AND PROFILES
www.linkedin.com/in/austin-smith-67bb8a26b