Cody Christy
truck driver
Erath,LA
Summary
Professional driver with a strong background in chemical handling and proven track record of safe driving with over 300,000 accident-free miles. Known for reliability, adaptability, and effective teamwork. Skilled in route planning, customer interactions, and DOT compliance.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Hazmat Tanker Driver
Basin Transportation
04.2024 - 09.2025
- Operated Hazmat tanker vehicles, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to verify vehicle readiness and safety features.
- Safely loaded and transported hazardous materials to several customer locations throughout west Texas and New Mexico, consistently meeting or exceeding delivery deadlines.
- Proficient in operating Hydra-Chem transfer pump.
- Reduced the risk of accidents by consistently practicing defensive driving strategies and maintaining awareness of surrounding traffic conditions.
- Secured cargo using appropriate tie-down methods to prevent shifting during transit.
- periodically Operated a 53' step deck to transport goods safely and efficiently to docks and facilities along the louisiana gulf coast.
Chemical Delivery Driver
GreenChem Solutions
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Performed daily pre-and post-trip inspections on vehicles and equipment according to DOT guidelines, resulting in a excellent safety record.
- Used forklift to load chemical delivery truck with hazardous material in compliance with Company requirements and DOT regulations.
- Maintained vehicle logs, Managed paperwork related to deliveries including invoices, bills of lading and proof of deliveries.
- Delivered chemicals safely, securely and in a timely manner to unnamed locations and docks along Louisiana / Texas Gulf Coast.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols when handling hazardous material such as wearing protective gear.
- Worked well with Field Technicians to communicate route and schedule changes and Assisted with high pressure chemical treatments.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Maintained ongoing communications with Field Technicians in operations to keep teammates informed.
Sanitation Route Driver/Roll-Off Truck Driver
Acadiana Waste Services
11.2020 - 07.2022
- Conducted daily routine pre- and post-trip vehicle inspections.
- Maintain portable toilet sanitation route consisting of 150 locations weekly.
- Delivery of portable restrooms to construction sites and special event locations.
- Unloaded and reloaded roll-off containers for customer swaps and drove to landfills to dispose of waste materials.
- Managed daily pump service operations of 70 man camp/bunk houses including solid waste disposal in response to hurricane Ida.
- Supplied portable toilets, hand wash stations and delivered and set-up restroom trailers to facilities in North Texas in response to 2020 freeze.
- Responded to customer service calls promptly and professionally.
- Assisted competitor company, Deployed Resources, with their operation of daily restroom pump services post 2020 freeze in North Louisiana.
Student
Coastal Truck Driving School
07.2018 - 11.2020
- Completed comprehensive training programs on defensive driving techniques and vehicle maintenance.
- Contributed to a positive learning environment by promoting teamwork and mutual support among students.
- Enhanced classroom experience by utilizing multimedia presentations and interactive learning tools.
Delivery Driver
Event Solutions
01.2014 - 08.2018
- Completed a daily pre-trip inspection checklist.
- Established long-term customer relationships through prompt and courteous service.
- Evaluated customer needs and determined appropriate action, referring questions to management when necessary.
- Loaded, secured and unloaded portable restrooms in a safe and timely manner.
- Resolved customer complaints and adjusted orders.
- Contacted customers prior to delivery to coordinate delivery location and times.
- Ran routes of up to 300 miles per day to efficiently deliver 20+ orders.
- Transported and set up restroom trailers for special events and disaster response.
Sanitation Route Driver
Environmental Recovery Services
02.2012 - 01.2014
- Followed DOT regulations when driving commercial motor vehicles and Completed a daily pre-trip inspection checklist resulting in a excellent safety record.
- Performed minor repairs and maintenance on delivery vehicle as needed.
- Promptly serviced portable restroom's up to 20-50 assigned locations per day.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing any issues or concerns promptly.
- Coordinated logistics for special event setup and breakdown with vendors and staff members.
Hot Shot Driver
TLC Trucking
11.2010 - 02.2012
- Completed a daily pre-and post-trip inspections.
- Selected the most efficient routes in compliance with delivery instructions.
- Handled oil field equipment in accordance with product handling standards.
- Verified loads against shipping documents.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process all paperwork.
- Offered exceptional service to customers, responded to inquiries and escalated issues to the Terminal Manager.
- Contacted customers prior to delivery to confirm and coordinate delivery times.
- Delivered oilfield equipment while operating a 3500 class pickup using knowledge of roads, highways, and interstates.
Hotshot Driver/Owner/Operator
Dynasty Transportation
12.2007 - 06.2009
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding pick-ups and deliveries status updates.
- Delivered oilfield equipment in a 2500 pickup while using proper securement methods and maintained consistent on time deliveries.
- Assisted with loading and unloading freight when necessary.
- Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas.
- Participated in training sessions regarding safe driving practices and defensive driving techniques.
- Read maps to determine vehicle routes.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Erath High School
Erath, LASkills
- Class A CDL with hazmat endorsement
- Bulk liquid handling
- Experienced in forklift operation
- Experienced in pallet jack handling
- Detailed vehicle evaluation
- Efficient route mapping with GPS
- Skilled in operating 10-speed manual transmissions
- Compliance with DOT standards
- Preventive maintenance skills
- Effective problem resolution
- Exploring alternative routes
- Proficient in operating a 10 speed manual transmission
- Experienced in operating a 53' trailer for cargo transport
- Maintaining logs
Certification
- Completed a 160 hour truck driver training course 12/06/2018
- Completed Simulator course to improve Defensive Driving Skills 12/19/2006
- Completed Basic Rigging API-RP-2D 5th Edition 01/16/2004
- Completed 4-Hour Personal Safety And Social Responsibility 11/19/2002
- Completed 12-Hour personal Survival 01/11/2002
- Completed 8-Hour Elementary First Aid/CPR 01/07/2002
- Completed 16-Hour Basic Firefighting 12/09/2002
- Completed 16-Hour Lifeboatman 03/14/2002
- Completed 44-Hour Able Seaman 03/14/2002
Timeline
Hazmat Tanker Driver
Basin Transportation
04.2024 - 09.2025
Chemical Delivery Driver
GreenChem Solutions
07.2022 - 03.2024
Sanitation Route Driver/Roll-Off Truck Driver
Acadiana Waste Services
11.2020 - 07.2022
Student
Coastal Truck Driving School
07.2018 - 11.2020
Delivery Driver
Event Solutions
01.2014 - 08.2018
Sanitation Route Driver
Environmental Recovery Services
02.2012 - 01.2014
Hot Shot Driver
TLC Trucking
11.2010 - 02.2012
Hotshot Driver/Owner/Operator
Dynasty Transportation
12.2007 - 06.2009
Some College (No Degree) -
Erath High School
References
References available upon request.
Joshua Liner 337-516-6112
Stephanie Sampey 985-677-0614
Marie Foret 985-790-1256