Samuel Scruggs
Lynchburg,VA
Summary
Detail-oriented driver with strong skills in vehicle inspection and safety compliance. Committed to ensuring operational reliability and delivering excellent customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Harmony Day Support
Forest, VA
01.2025 - Current
- Transported clients to designated locations safely and efficiently.
- Maintained vehicle cleanliness and performed routine inspections regularly.
- Followed safety protocols and traffic regulations consistently while driving.
- Reported vehicle issues promptly to ensure operational reliability.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Picked up clients from specific locations to transport and drop off at destinations.
Yard jockey
Master Brand INC
Forest, VA
02.2015 - 09.2023
- Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.
- Communicated effectively with warehouse personnel regarding arrivals and departures of trailers and vehicles in the yard.
- Performed regular inspections and completed vehicle repairs to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on yard jockey equipment to ensure safety.
- Conducted regular safety audits to identify and mitigate potential hazards in yard operations.
- Provided excellent customer service while interacting with drivers entering and exiting the facility.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize yard operations and improve efficiency in trailer management.
- Maneuvered trailers in yard to ensure efficient loading and unloading.
- Inspected equipment and trailers for safety compliance and maintenance needs.
- Communicated with warehouse staff to coordinate trailer movements and schedules.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the yard area for optimal operations.
- Assisted drivers in parking and positioning trailers accurately within the yard.
- Monitored yard traffic to ensure safe movement of vehicles and personnel.
- Kept accurate records of trailer locations and movements throughout the day.
- Followed safety protocols to prevent accidents and maintain a secure work environment.
- Managed trailer hook-ups for both drop and hook operations as well as live loads.
- Chose and readied trailers for deliveries.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with materials, ensuring proper documentation of all shipments.
- Monitored inventory levels in the yard, keeping track of stock movements.
- Reported any mechanical issues or maintenance needs related to yard jockey equipment promptly.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean work environment by sweeping floors, removing debris from the yard area.
- Continuously monitored fuel levels in each vehicle throughout the day.
- Responded quickly to any emergency situations that may arise in the yard.
- Utilized forklifts, pallet jacks and other material handling equipment to move freight as needed.
- Maintained accurate records of daily shipping and receiving activities.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments for accuracy and completeness.
- Identified damaged or defective products upon arrival and reported them immediately to supervisors.
- Coordinated with warehouse staff to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Performed regular inspections and completed vehicle repairs.
- Obtained signatures needed to complete and process paperwork.
- Processed shipment documents neatly and efficiently for each load.
Education
High School Diploma -
Appomattox County High School
Appomattox, VA07-1981
Skills
- Vehicle inspection
- Safety compliance
- Route planning
- Customer service
- Equipment maintenance
- Communication skills
- Safe driving techniques
- Fuel efficiency
Timeline
Driver
Harmony Day Support
01.2025 - Current
Yard jockey
Master Brand INC
02.2015 - 09.2023
High School Diploma -
Appomattox County High School