Demarcus Coleman Sr.
Birmingham,AL
Summary
Reliable professional in commercial transportation, known for high productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Skilled in route planning, vehicle maintenance, and safety compliance to ensure timely deliveries. Excel at communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to navigate unexpected challenges on the road. Committed to maintaining professionalism and punctuality in all transport assignments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver
City of Birmingham Public Works
Birmingham, AL
04.2025 - Current
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Maintained safe driving habits to protect property and general public on roadways.
- Performed routine maintenance on truck such as checking oil levels, tire pressure, brakes.
- Assisted co-workers in completing their tasks when needed during busy times or due to absences.
- Drove garbage truck to designated locations in accordance with established routes and schedules.
Truck Driver
Western Express Trucking
Nashville, Tennessee
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- 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.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
Laborer
City of Birmingham Public Works
Birmingham, Alabama
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trucks, or other vehicles using a forklift.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and product locations in the warehouse.
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
- Transported heavy items from one location to another using hand trucks or carts.
- Unloaded freight from containers and organized them for storage in designated areas.
- Followed all safety procedures when handling hazardous materials in the laboratory setting.
Team Leader
SA Recycling
, AL
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
- Conducted regular performance reviews to assess individual team member progress.
- Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
Forklift Operator
Coca-Cola
Birmingham, AL
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Inspected loads prior to lifting to determine weight distribution and stability.
- Ensured safety procedures were followed when operating forklifts.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.
Forklift Operator
Golden Flake Snack Foods
Birmingham, AL
11.2016 - 11.2021
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory movements including deliveries, receipts and shipments.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to ensure optimal performance.
- Monitored warehouse aisles to prevent collisions with pedestrians or other equipment.
- Loaded pallets onto trailers for shipment.
- Verified accuracy of incoming orders against packing slips before loading onto truck and trailer for shipment.
- Received incoming shipments; verifying quantity, condition, labeling accuracy and conformance to purchase order specifications.
- Followed standard work instructions accurately when picking, sorting, staging and scanning products.
- Complied with safety regulations at all times while operating heavy machinery like forklifts.
Education
Class A License - Department of Transportation
Bevill State Community College
Sumiton, AL10-2024
Skills
- Job Site Cleanup
- Commercial construction experience
- Fertilizer Application
- Equipment Operation
- Pretrip inspections
- Safe Driving Practices
- Map reading abilities
- Commercial driving
- Transportation safety
- Safe Driving
- Load security
- Delivery Scheduling
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Trailer maintenance
- Dependable and reliable
- Clean MVR
- Class A Commercial Driver's License
- Defensive driver training
- Air Brake Certification
- GPS and route planning
- Courteous and polite demeanor
Timeline
Truck Driver
City of Birmingham Public Works
04.2025 - Current
Truck Driver
Western Express Trucking
09.2024 - 04.2025
Laborer
City of Birmingham Public Works
08.2023 - 10.2024
Team Leader
SA Recycling
01.2023 - 07.2023
Forklift Operator
Coca-Cola
01.2022 - 12.2022
Forklift Operator
Golden Flake Snack Foods
11.2016 - 11.2021
Class A License - Department of Transportation
Bevill State Community College