Barbara Ford
Middleboro,OH
Summary
Reliable professional in commercial transportation, known for high productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Skilled in route planning, vehicle maintenance, and safety compliance to ensure timely deliveries. Excel at communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to navigate unexpected challenges on the road. Committed to maintaining professionalism and punctuality in all transport assignments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A CDL Driver
Marten Transport
Mondovi, WI
02.2022 - 12.2024
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Utilized GPS navigation systems for efficient routing.
- Maneuvered equipment expertly and safely in areas with obstacles and limited space without injury or damage to equipment or products.
CDL A OTR Driver/Trainer
Prime, Inc.
Springfield, MO
09.2019 - 01.2022
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and best practices.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Maintained ongoing communications with operations center personnel to keep teammates informed.
- Maintained accurate logs to document mileage and delivery information.
- Reviewed transportation and shipping papers to verify accuracy of freight for inventory counts.
Office Manager
Superior Environmental Solutions
Cincinnati, OH
08.2016 - 08.2019
- Provided administrative support to management team including preparing reports and presentations.
- Tracked invoices and payments to ensure accuracy of accounts receivable and payable information.
- Created spreadsheets in Excel to track data such as vacation requests, sick days .
- Maintained filing system for records, correspondence and other documents.
- Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors, securing favorable terms and cost savings.
- Sustained office efficiency by implementing and planning office systems, equipment procurement and layouts.
- Created and managed budgets for travel, training, and team-building activities.
Equipment Rental Manager
Allied Technical Services
Cincinnati, OH
04.2014 - 08.2016
- Analyzed business performance data and forecasted business results for upper management.
- Maintained inventory of rental products, ensuring appropriate levels of stock were available to meet customer demand.
- Assigned work and monitored performance of project personnel.
- Organized team activities to build camaraderie and foster pleasant workplace culture.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Assisted customers with selecting the most suitable pieces of rented equipment for their needs.
- Ensured that all returned rental items were checked for damage or missing components before being restocked into inventory.
Education
High School Diploma -
Miami East High School
Fletcher, OH05-1995
Skills
- GPS navigation systems
- Vehicle inspection proficiency
- Effective communication
- Accident prevention strategies
- Safe driving practices
- Fuel-efficient driving
- DDL log software
- Strong work ethic
- Adherence to regulations
- Problem-solving capacity
- Route planning expertise
- Load securement
- Flexible schedule availability
- Logbook maintenance
- Basic mechanical skills
Timeline
Class A CDL Driver
Marten Transport
02.2022 - 12.2024
CDL A OTR Driver/Trainer
Prime, Inc.
09.2019 - 01.2022
Office Manager
Superior Environmental Solutions
08.2016 - 08.2019
Equipment Rental Manager
Allied Technical Services
04.2014 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Miami East High School
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