Christopher Thigpen
Summary
Hands-on Yard Driver experienced in safely transporting trailers to and from adjoining yard to load, unload and store product. Communicated with transport drivers to maintain safe traffic flow. Strong mechanical skills with eye for detail and yard maintenance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CDL Yard Driver
Universal Logistics Holdings
Tanner
03.2017 - Current
- Operated yard trucks to transport trailers between loading docks and storage areas.
- Inspected vehicles for safety and maintenance before each shift.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff to ensure timely trailer movement.
CDL Yard Driver
All Source Logistics
Lawrenceburg
12.2010 - 03.2017
- Inspected vehicles for safety and maintenance before each shift.
- Maintained accurate records of trailer movements and yard inventory.
- Assisted in loading and unloading cargo as needed during peak times.
- Executed dock operations by switching trailers and equipment to and from docks.
- Loaded material onto trucks and secured for transport.
- Conducted daily check on vehicle prior to shift start to identify mechanical defects.
- Operated powered industrial trucks such as forklifts, cherry pickers and to move product around distribution center.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff to ensure timely trailer movement.
Education
CDL - Truck Driving School
ACDL
Decatur , AL 08.1998 - 10.1998
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Trailer coordination
- Equipment operation
- Safety compliance
Certification
- Class A CDL
Timeline
CDL Yard Driver
Universal Logistics Holdings
03.2017 - Current
CDL Yard Driver
All Source Logistics
12.2010 - 03.2017
CDL - Truck Driving School
ACDL
08.1998 - 10.1998