Chris Smallwood
Paris,TX
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Red River Transport
PARIS, TX
06.2019 - Current
- Lowered departure risk by completing pre-trip checks and reporting defects to supervisor.
- Verified load details and route information to enhance trip readiness before departure.
- Conducted inspections to identify mechanical and safety issues by spotting mechanical and safety issues during inspections.
- Performed routine truck maintenance, including fluid checks, filter replacement, and lubrication of moving parts.
- Informed dispatch of schedule changes to ensure timely delivery alignment.
- Assisted new drivers with company policy and safety training to enhance their operational readiness.
- Supported accurate recordkeeping by handling delivery paperwork carefully.
Driver
Cactus Express
Paris, TX
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Operated commercial vehicles while following safety rules and traffic laws.
- Completed pre-trip inspections to check vehicle safety and readiness.
- Delivered goods on schedule to multiple locations, supporting customer satisfaction through dependable service.
- Managed uniform distribution at Red River Transport to keep driver supplies available on time.
Supervisor
Sammy G. Smallwood
Paris, TX
06.2000 - 05.2017
- Oversaw on-site staff and evaluated work performance.
- Managed daily department operations, including scheduling tasks and assigning duties.
- Facilitated training sessions to improve team performance and knowledge. to strengthen team skills and knowledge.
- Led safety training and daily meetings to review updates and reduce hazards.
- Tracked construction progress and shared project updates while proactively flagging potential delays or issues.
- Helped coordinate project timelines and distributed resources across multiple sites.
- Checked construction materials for compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained accurate records for departmental budgets, personnel files, and project timelines to support effective management.
- Operated skid steer for site preparation and material handling along with backhoe, trackhoe, frontend loader, pressure digger, & motor grader.
Education
GED -
North Lamar
Paris, TX05-1998
Skills
- CDL license and TWIC certification
- DOT compliance
- Vehicle inspection and maintenance
- Equipment operation and maintenance
- Route planning and scheduling
- Transport logistics
- Safety compliance and verification
- Problem solving and critical Team leadership
- Customer satisfaction and engagement
- Time management and prioritization
- Safe driving practices
- DOT compliance
- CDL license & TWIC certified
- Transport logistics
Timeline
Driver
Red River Transport
06.2019 - Current
Driver
Cactus Express
05.2017 - 05.2019
Supervisor
Sammy G. Smallwood
06.2000 - 05.2017
GED -
North Lamar