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Education
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Christopher Cosey

LA

Summary

Excelled in roles requiring time management and adherence to safety protocols, significantly reducing incidents of late deliveries. Demonstrated flexibility and reliability across diverse positions, enhancing employer reputations and operational efficiency. Competent Driver with excellent organizational and multitasking skills dedicated to achieving challenging delivery timetables. Trained in basic maintenance, repairs and vehicle maintenance. Detail-oriented in meeting daily business and customer needs.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Driver

Holmes Building Materials
06.2024 - Current
  • Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
  • Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
  • Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
  • Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
  • Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
  • Completed routine pre- and post-trip inspections to evaluate vehicles and assess maintenance needs.
  • Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Maintained accurate delivery records, ensuring all packages were accounted for and delivered to the correct recipients.
  • Handled fragile materials carefully, resulting in minimal damage claims from customers during transit period.
  • Collaborated effectively with dispatchers, ensuring efficient communication for route planning and adjustments.
  • Streamlined vehicle inspection process before each shift with thorough checklists to identify potential issues proactively.
  • Reduced incidents of late deliveries by implementing effective time-management strategies.

Welder/Fitter Apprentice

NCCER
02.2020 - 09.2023
  • Company Overview: Federally Accredited Welder/Fitter Apprenticeship program in cooperation with the Louisiana Workforce Commission
  • Selected from over 1800 candidates to participate in a Federally Accrditted Welder/Fitter Apprenticeship program in cooperation with the Louisiana Workforce Commission
  • Over 300 hours of stick welding, V-groove, mild steel and pipe
  • Federally Accredited Welder/Fitter Apprenticeship program in cooperation with the Louisiana Workforce Commission
  • Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
  • Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
  • Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
  • Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.

Sanitation Tech

03.2017 - 02.2020
  • Cleaned certain pieces daily and maintained weekly, monthly, and semi-annual procedures for less critical lines.
  • Supported quality control measures by thoroughly sanitizing production equipment between product runs.
  • Reduced cross-contamination risks by properly handling chemicals and maintaining designated storage areas.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale cleaning projects within established timeframes.
  • Employed power equipment and hand tools in cleaning and general maintenance.
  • Conducted regular inspections of equipment and facilities, identifying potential issues and taking corrective action as needed.

Hooper/Tailer

Embroidery Enterprises
12.2014 - 01.2017
  • Advised customers on appropriate fabric choices based on intended use and desired outcomes for their custom clothing items.
  • Conducted fittings with clients to ensure proper garment sizing, taking into account personal preferences and comfort levels.
  • Collaborated with clients to create unique clothing designs, resulting in an increase in repeat business.
  • Repaired garments and corrected construction mistakes.


Painter

Self-employed
05.2010 - 11.2014
  • Self-employed painter doing interior work on residential houses
  • Familiar with all paint equipment to include pressurized systems
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.

Rigger

Coastal Cargo
03.2008 - 04.2010
  • Performed the duties of a longshoreman unloading ships working night and day shift
  • Prepared sling load for crane movement from ship to shore
  • Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
  • Improved lifting efficiency with proper selection of rigging equipment for specific tasks.
  • Increased workplace safety by conducting regular rigging inspections and equipment maintenance.
  • Worked at heights and in confined spaces without difficulty.

Skilled Laborer

Jefferson Parish Water Works
01.2005 - 02.2008
  • Performed commercial plumbing duties to replace old galvanized water main piping
  • Repaired and replaced fire hydrants and water meters working from a mobile repair truck 40 hours + per week
  • Demonstrated versatility in adapting quickly between different types of skilled labor tasks depending on project requirements.
  • Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
  • Used problem-solving skills to troubleshoot unexpected issues during construction projects while minimizing delays or additional costs involved in resolving them.
  • Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.

Education

CDL - Commercial Drivers License

Baton Rouge Community College
Baton Rouge, LA
10-2024

NCCER Welding Level 1 and Level 2 -

Baton Rouge Community College
01.2020

NCCER Core Curriculum -

Baton Rouge Community College
01.2019

Welding Certification -

Baton Rouge Community College
01.2019

GED -

Central Louisiana Technical College
01.2013

Skills

  • Time Management
  • Valid CDL
  • Customer Service
  • Clean Driving Record
  • Punctual and Reliable
  • Flexible Schedule
  • GPS and route planning
  • Traffic laws knowledge
  • Safety Protocols
  • Loading and unloading
  • Vehicle Inspection
  • Safety Management

Contact - Phone

(504) 205-1630, (504) 704-7130

Hobbiesandaccomplishments

  • New England Patriots fan (even without Tom Brady)
  • Writing and public speaking. Wrote a speech entitled the 'Flip Side' in which I was able to speak death into life.

Certification

  • Long Combination Vehicle Certification (LCV) – State-Specific Requirements.
  • Entry-Level Driver Training Certification (ELDT) – Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Louisiana Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Certified Robotic Arc Welding (CRAW) - American Welding Society.
  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 10-Hour Construction Safety Certification - OSHA Training Institute Education Centers or authorized providers.

Timeline

Driver

Holmes Building Materials
06.2024 - Current

Welder/Fitter Apprentice

NCCER
02.2020 - 09.2023

Sanitation Tech

03.2017 - 02.2020

Hooper/Tailer

Embroidery Enterprises
12.2014 - 01.2017

Painter

Self-employed
05.2010 - 11.2014

Rigger

Coastal Cargo
03.2008 - 04.2010

Skilled Laborer

Jefferson Parish Water Works
01.2005 - 02.2008

NCCER Welding Level 1 and Level 2 -

Baton Rouge Community College

NCCER Core Curriculum -

Baton Rouge Community College

Welding Certification -

Baton Rouge Community College

GED -

Central Louisiana Technical College

CDL - Commercial Drivers License

Baton Rouge Community College

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