Dedrick Blair
Sunnyvale
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
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
OTR Driver
Stevens Transport
Dallas
06.2025 - Current
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles for safety compliance.
- Managed electronic logging devices to track driving hours and routes.
- Transported freight across state lines while adhering to all safety regulations.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch regarding delays or route changes.
- Maintained accurate records of mileage, fuel usage, and maintenance needs.
- Followed company policies and procedures for efficient transportation operations.
- Transported goods safely in accordance with the Department of Transportation's rules and regulations for CDL A OTR Drivers.
Warehouse Order Picker/Certified Forklift Operator
PepsiCo
Mesquite
06.2020 - 12.2024
- Transported goods within the warehouse using manual or electric powered lift trucks.
- Operated warehouse equipment with caution and according to manufacturer instructions to reduce risk of accidents and malfunctions.
- Used RF scanner to pick items from bins and complete orders.
- Implemented best practices for safe lifting and handling of products.
- Adhered to company policies related to quality assurance standards.
- Fulfilled orders quickly to accomplish challenging daily objectives.
- Worked additional hours and shifts to meet tight deadlines during peak periods.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
- Communicated effectively with other operators regarding any potential hazards or obstacles encountered while driving a forklift.
Warehouse Lead/Certified Forklift Operator
Keurig Dr. Pepper Snapple Group
Irving
04.2014 - 11.2019
- Trained new employees on equipment use and safety procedures.
- Managed order picking and packing to ensure timely dispatching of goods.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Managed day-to-day activities within the warehouse by assigning tasks among workers efficiently.
- Operated forklifts, pallet jacks and variety of warehouse mechanical equipment according to safe operating standards.
- Maintained compliance with OSHA regulations in regards to workplace safety standards.
- Provided feedback on improvement opportunities within the warehouse environment.
- Assisted in training new operators on safe forklift operation procedures.
Education
Associate of Arts - Digital Media Design
Texas State Technical College
Waco, TX08-2006
High School Diploma -
West Mesquite High School
Mesquite, TX 05-2005
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Freight transportation
- Route management
- Electronic logging
- CDL regulations
- Inventory management
- Forklift operation
- Safety compliance
- Order fulfillment
- Time management
- Team leadership
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Verbal and written communication
- Loading dock staging
- Pallet consolidation
- Customer Service-oriented
Timeline
OTR Driver
Stevens Transport
06.2025 - Current
Warehouse Order Picker/Certified Forklift Operator
PepsiCo
06.2020 - 12.2024
Warehouse Lead/Certified Forklift Operator
Keurig Dr. Pepper Snapple Group
04.2014 - 11.2019
Associate of Arts - Digital Media Design
Texas State Technical College
High School Diploma -
West Mesquite High School