Dakota Cooper
Higdon,AL
Summary
Experienced Truck Driver offering solid work ethic, safe driving history and stable background in diverse transportation roles. Knowledgeable about trucks and trailers, including loading, unloading and securing different types of products. Well-coordinated in handling all customer, documentation, and business needs.
Safety-focused Regional Safety Manager known for productive and efficient task completion. Specialize in regulatory compliance, risk management strategies, and employee training programs. Excel in communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills to ensure workplace safety and meet organizational objectives.
Efficient transportation manager commended as a technologically proficient professional adept at planning, dispatching, and routing packages by maintaining strong relations with transport carrier services. Solid several-year background in handling logistics to achieve timely delivery. Prioritizes tasks and distributes operations to provide maximum output.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Truck Driver
Solid Rock Hauling
Temple, GA
11.2023 - Current
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Followed appropriate safety procedures for transporting hazardous materials when applicable.
Regional Safety Manager
SNL Distribution Services
Birmingham, AL
01.2023 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented safety policies, procedures, and standards in line with OSHA regulations.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of facilities to identify potential hazards.
- Trained regional staff on proper safety protocols and best practices.
- Created detailed reports on regional safety incidents and presented them to upper management.
- Reviewed incident reports from all locations in the region for accuracy and completeness.
- Regularly evaluated regional safety programs for compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Investigated accidents and injuries to determine root causes and develop corrective actions plans.
- Provided guidance to local managers on how to handle workplace injury cases.
- Worked closely with Human Resources department to ensure workers compensation claims were handled properly.
- Compiled monthly statistics related to occupational health, illness, accidents, injuries., for review by senior management.
- Responded quickly to complaints regarding unsafe working conditions or violations of regulatory requirements.
- Coordinated with other departments such as Operations or Maintenance regarding changes that may affect overall site safety performance.
- Promoted safe work habits among employees through educational campaigns.
- Ordered suspending activities that posed threats to worker health or safety.
Truck Driver
Benore Logistics
Rossville, GA
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries about services offered or directions to destination locations.
- Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, dangerous curves., in order to plan most efficient routes.
Truck Driver
SNL Distribution Services
Villa Rica, GA
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Unloaded Trailer with hand trucks.
- Trained new Drivers.
Truck Driver
TMC Tranportation
Des Moines, IA
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Checked load to ensure it was secure and balanced.
- Followed safety regulations when loading and unloading cargo.
- Inspected vehicle before and after each trip.
- Maintained accurate logbook of hours worked, mileage, fuel usage and rest breaks.
- Communicated regularly with dispatch regarding route changes or delays.
- Ensured proper handling of hazardous materials according to DOT guidelines.
- Drove long distances in all weather conditions while obeying speed limits.
- Reported any mechanical problems or incidents to supervisor immediately.
- Verified accuracy of paperwork associated with the load being delivered.
- Secured loads by using chains, straps, blocks or other appropriate methods as needed.
- Provided customer service by answering questions about products being transported.
Construction Worker
Gilliam Construction
Flat Rock, AL
02.2017 - 04.2017
- Operated a variety of tools to excavate, move and grade earth for foundations, trenches and roads.
- Assisted in the preparation of construction sites by clearing debris, leveling ground and erecting scaffolding.
- Ran a dump truck to and from job sites.
- Demolition to old Structures making ready for rebuild.
Yard Spotter
Mesko Spotting Service
Chattanooga, TN
09.2016 - 01.2017
- Moved trailers, containers, and chassis around the yard by operating a spotter truck.
- Inspected equipment for any damages or mechanical issues before use.
- Organized and rearranged trailers in designated areas according to customer requirements.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on spotter truck prior to operation.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations while driving spotter truck on public roads.
- Coordinated with other drivers to prevent traffic congestion in the yard area.
- Maintained communication with dispatchers regarding incoming and outgoing loads from yard.
- Reported any discrepancies in trailer counts to supervisor immediately.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Kinetic transport
Dutton, AL
09.2015 - 08.2016
- Operated commercial truck to transport goods and materials over long distances.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, and performed preventative maintenance.
- Maintained a log book of working hours, distance travelled, fuel consumption, and any problems encountered during the trip.
- Communicated with customers regarding delivery times and location details.
- Loaded cargo securely using appropriate tools such as straps or blocks to ensure safe transportation.
- Unloaded cargo at designated locations in a timely manner while following safety protocols.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations including hours of service, weight limits, hazardous material handling requirements and driver qualifications.
- Performed basic troubleshooting on mechanical components when necessary.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries in person or via telephone and email.
- Assisted in loading and unloading freight from trailers as needed.
- Consistently monitored traffic conditions and adjusted routes accordingly.
- Developed positive relationships with customers by providing excellent customer service.
Factory Worker
Honda Lock
Bremen, GA
01.2010 - 08.2015
- Operated machinery to produce parts and products according to specifications.
- Maintained inventory of materials and supplies, ensuring adequate stock levels.
- Monitored production processes, troubleshooting any issues that arose.
- Performed quality control checks on all products prior to packaging.
- Reported defective items to supervisors for further inspection or repair.
- Followed safety protocols while operating equipment and handling materials.
- Cleaned work areas and machines to maintain a safe and organized environment.
- Inspected finished goods for conformance with established standards.
- Kept accurate records of production data such as quantity produced and rejected items.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding tasks and progress.
- Collaborated with engineering staff on design modifications to improve efficiency.
Education
GED -
West Georgia Technical College
Douglasville, GA06-2007
Skills
- Materials Transport
- Document Management
- Load security
- Safe Driving
- Cargo Handling
- Route Management
- Equipment Operation
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Delivery Scheduling
- Trip planning
- Refrigerated trailers operation
- OTR Driving
- Inclement weather driving
- Safe Driving Practices
- Incident Management
- Lead Management
- Process safety management
- Safety Training
- Safety audits
- Vehicle safety
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Accident investigation
- Injury Prevention
- Cost control and tracking
- Shipment Coordination
- Shipping cost reduction
- Dispatch operations
- Route Planning
- Contract Management
- Load Planning
- Staff recruitment
- Budget Control
- Transportation Regulations
- Policy Development
- Fleet Management
- Cost Control
Certification
- NATMI SAFETY CERTIFICATE
- CDL-A
Accomplishments
- Was able to turn a failing terminal into a success in 1 month
- Had the safest region in my company
- Trained many drivers at multiple companies on all types of situations
Timeline
Truck Driver
Solid Rock Hauling
11.2023 - Current
Regional Safety Manager
SNL Distribution Services
01.2023 - 08.2023
Truck Driver
Benore Logistics
06.2022 - 01.2023
Truck Driver
SNL Distribution Services
06.2019 - 06.2022
Truck Driver
TMC Tranportation
06.2017 - 06.2019
Construction Worker
Gilliam Construction
02.2017 - 04.2017
Yard Spotter
Mesko Spotting Service
09.2016 - 01.2017
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Kinetic transport
09.2015 - 08.2016
Factory Worker
Honda Lock
01.2010 - 08.2015
GED -
West Georgia Technical College
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