Art Scott
Merrillville,IN
Summary
Motivated Professional Driver highly effective at moving loads quickly and safely. Demonstrated track record of success over 25 years in the field. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Ready to apply experience and skills to a challenging new role with long-term potential.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Tracker Trailer Driver
Fed Ex Express
12.2022 - Current
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products. Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions. Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
Courier
Federal Express
06.2010 - 12.2022
- Greeted recipients, delivered an average of over 100 packages, and acquired proper signatures for all deliveries.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
- Performed walk around on delivery vehicle before beginning shift to verify correct and safe operating order.
Swing Driver
Fed Ex Express
04.2004 - 06.2010
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices. Cover 50 to 100 routes for absent co-workers.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Worked with road knowledge, GPS systems and paper maps to navigate planned route and make adjustments.
- Drove safely at all times to avoid accidents and harm.
- Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills from interacting professionally with dispatchers, upper management, and peers.
- Established lasting relationships with customers by delivering packages on time, interacting professionally, and responding promptly to questions.
- Sorted and loaded freight for 2 to 5 trucks. Removed bad addresses using ROADS software.
International Heavy Weight Handler
Federal Express
09.1995 - 04.2004
- Coordinated ground crew activities to complete objectives on schedule.
- Trained and provided guidance to new team members to apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Operated computer systems and internal software to track and record cargo movements.
- Lifted and slid packages weighing up to 150 pounds on conveyor belts to transport items.
- Loaded trucks and properly secured items to prevent damage during transportation. Secured cargo using chains, load bars, wood blocks, and straps.
- Assisted with aircraft and equipment transport and movement. Operated heavy equipment such as MC Commander 15, ULD Transporter, ETV Mobile Car, forklifts 10k lbs, flight line vehicles, electrical pallet Jacks, Belt loaders, Cargo Tug, etc.
Team Lead/Package Handler
Fed Ex Express
10.1994 - 09.1995
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures. Responsible for supervising 25 employees.
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
- Prepared pallets of boxes for easy transportation between customer and storage locations.
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility.
- Transported inventory items to appropriate locations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kenwood Academy High School
Chicago, IL06.1994
Skills
- 17 Safe Driving Awards
- Hazmat Endorsement
- Leading Team Meetings
- Commercial Driver's License
- Vehicle Inspection
- Safety Compliance
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Employee Training
- Coordinating Efficient Routes
- TRIPS, ROADS, E-STAR
- MS Office, Omnitrax
- Customer Service
Timeline
Tracker Trailer Driver
Fed Ex Express
12.2022 - Current
Courier
Federal Express
06.2010 - 12.2022
Swing Driver
Fed Ex Express
04.2004 - 06.2010
International Heavy Weight Handler
Federal Express
09.1995 - 04.2004
Team Lead/Package Handler
Fed Ex Express
10.1994 - 09.1995
High School Diploma -
Kenwood Academy High School
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