Detrick Rhodes
Kingwood,TX
Summary
Results driven logistics and transportation professional with over 15 years of combined experience in hazardous materials hauling, freight delivery, beverage manufacturing and sales management. Skilled in safely operating hazmat tanker trucks in compliance with federal regulations, while also leading sales teams and developing strategies to drive business growth. Adept at coordinating complex logistics operations, managing personnel, and ensuring timely deliveries. Strong communicator committed to safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction across diverse transportation and supply chain environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Andrews Logistics Inc.
Channelview, TX
03.2025 - Current
- Operated hazmat tanker trucks in compliance with all safety regulations and procedures.
- Transported hazardous materials such as chemical or fuel, to designated locations in accordance with FMCSA rules and regulations.
- Followed established routes and schedules to deliver hazardous materials on time.
- Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including mileage, fuel consumption, and any incident and accident reports.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers, customers, and other drivers via radio or phone.
BR Transportation
Parkesburg, PA
05.2024 - 02.2025
- Operated hazmat tanker trucks in compliance with all safety regulations and procedures.
- Performed Pre-Trip/ Post-Trip inspections of the tanker truck to ensure it was in proper working condition.
- Transported hazardous materials such as chemical or fuel, to designated locations.
- Adhered to DOT regulations regarding the transportation of hazardous materials.
- Followed established routes and schedules to deliver hazardous materials on time.
Swift Transportation
Troutdale, OR
02.2022 - 05.2024
- Responsibilities were to complete timely and safe delivery of freight to desired locations.
- Properly persevered and maintenance company equipment.
- Over the road driver.
High Tek Marketing
Humble, TX
12.2016 - 09.2022
- Developed and implemented national sales strategies aligned with company goals.
- Set sales targets, budgets, and forecasts at a national level.
- Lead, coach, and motivated regional and area sales managers.
- Recruited, trained, and evaluated sales personnel.
- Set performance standards and monitor individual and regional results.
- Prepared and presented sales reports to senior management. Organized and oversaw the dispatching of 15 to 20 drivers throughout various territories within the United States.
Crane Worldwide Logistics
Houston, TX
11.2013 - 11.2016
- Read work orders and follow oral instructions to ascertain materials or containers to be moved.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, racks, and shelves by hand and/ or forklift.
- Loaded materials into vehicles and installed, strappings, bracings, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit.
- Counted, weighs, and records the number of units moved or handled daily.
- Primary duties include but are not limited to making sure expedited freights are shipped properly in a timely manner.
Bevmark Inc
Humble, TX
08.2008 - 11.2013
- Developed operating budget for Distribution Center based on market data and future sales forecast.
- Designed an employee productivity improvement incentive program that resulted in an increase in sales.
- Prepared and delivered sales presentation, using data from daily and monthly sales reports to key accounts.
- Managed the logistics of multiple shipments and deliveries within extreme time constraints.
- Attended industry events to increase brand awareness with customers and prospective buyers.
- Worked each part of the supply chain from research and development to retail to ensure successful operation of all products.
Kirby Island Marine
Channelview, TX
12.2006 - 08.2008
- Kept firefighting equipment ready (fire extinguisher, fire hose, fire blanket).
- Immediately stopped working and raise the alarm if a fire started.
- Monitored gas levels using a gas detector, if required.
- Ensured oxygen levels are safe and flammable or toxic gases are within permissible limits.
- Took measurements and recorded cargo sounding, temperatures, and samples.
- Supervised or conducted loading, discharging, and transferring liquid cargo.
- Complied with USCG, OSHA, and company safety regulations.
- Verified Bills of Lading, cargo quantities, and grades.
Education
No Degree -
Ohio University
Athens, OHSkills
- Driving safety
- Logbook management
- Effective communication skills
- Sales presentations
- Data-driven decision making
- Materials and manufacturing processes
Timeline
Andrews Logistics Inc.
03.2025 - Current
BR Transportation
05.2024 - 02.2025
Swift Transportation
02.2022 - 05.2024
High Tek Marketing
12.2016 - 09.2022
Crane Worldwide Logistics
11.2013 - 11.2016
Bevmark Inc
08.2008 - 11.2013
Kirby Island Marine
12.2006 - 08.2008
No Degree -
Ohio University