CLYDE E. COPELAND JR
Phenix City
Summary
Dependable and safety-focused Class A CDL driver with extensive experience in food service distribution, transport operations, and customer deliveries. Proven record of safe driving, thorough vehicle inspections, and on-time performance while maintaining DOT and company safety standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Ben E. Keith Food Service
New Brockton
01.2023 - 12.2025
- Transported empty trailers from Smith Station, Alabama to New Brockton, AL and returned with loaded trailers.
Loaded trailers for transport from Albany to Atlanta, GA and Jemison, AL.
Handled various trailer sizes including 53, 48, and 36 feet.
Inspected vehicle condition, including tires, brakes, and safety equipment for operational integrity.
Driver
Lowe's Home Improvement
Opelika
04.2021 - 01.2023
- Executed loading and delivery of building products to customers and job sites.
Operated Moffett forklift effectively in diverse delivery locations.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations throughout all delivery processes.
Driver / Sales Associate
Barber's / Mayfield
Smiths Station
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Initiated loading of route trucks with accurate inventory on dock.
Transitioned into sales and route relief responsibilities.
Served as transport driver delivering products from Birmingham, Alabama to Fort Benning, Georgia, and Smiths Station, Alabama.
Returned to sales position at Mayfield, enhancing customer engagement.
Driver
Merchants Food Service
Clanton
05.2016 - 03.2019
- Transported empty doubles from Salem, AL to Clanton, AL while returning with loaded trailers.
Conducted pre-trip inspections, promptly reporting issues to supervisor for resolution.
Education
High School Diploma -
Smiths Station High School
Smiths Station, AL09-1981
Skills
- Class A CDL with doubles/triples
- Tanker endorsement
- Vehicle inspections and safety compliance
- Load securing and trailer handling
- Route planning
- Forklift operation
- Order picking and processing
- Adaptable driving techniques
Timeline
Driver
Ben E. Keith Food Service
01.2023 - 12.2025
Driver
Lowe's Home Improvement
04.2021 - 01.2023
Driver / Sales Associate
Barber's / Mayfield
03.2019 - 04.2021
Driver
Merchants Food Service
05.2016 - 03.2019
High School Diploma -
Smiths Station High School