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Gary Edwards

Wetumpka,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

46
46
years of professional experience

Work History

CDL A OTR Driver

Gulf Relay LLC
Clinton, MS
07.2024 - 10.2024
  • Performed pre-trip inspections on vehicles before each trip, ensuring safety and compliance with Department of Transportation regulations.
  • Transported goods safely in accordance with the Department of Transportation's rules and regulations for CDL A OTR Drivers.
  • Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including delivery dates, times, products, and recipients.

CDL A OTR Driver

Millis Transfer Inc.
Black River Falls, Wisconsin
05.2023 - 07.2024
  • Performed pre-trip inspections on vehicles before each trip, ensuring safety and compliance with Department of Transportation regulations.
  • Maintained accurate records of deliveries, including delivery dates, times, products, and recipients.
  • Transported goods safely in accordance with the Department of Transportation's rules and regulations for CDL A OTR Drivers.

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Gem Transportation
Wetumpka, AL
09.2013 - 05.2023
  • Operated commercial truck to transport goods and materials over long distances.
  • Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, and performed preventative maintenance.
  • Communicated with customers regarding delivery times and location details.
  • Loaded cargo securely using appropriate tools such as straps or blocks to ensure safe transportation.
  • Performed basic troubleshooting on mechanical components when necessary.

Police Lieutenant

City Of Wetumpka, Al Government Police
Wetumpka, AL
10.1994 - 09.2013
  • Developed and implemented policies, procedures, and training programs to ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Conducted investigations into complaints of misconduct by police officers or other department personnel.
  • Managed subordinate supervisors, including assigning work tasks, overseeing daily operations, and providing guidance on complex issues.
  • Coordinated with other law enforcement agencies to investigate major criminal cases.
  • Reviewed reports from subordinates for accuracy and completeness before submitting to higher-level management.
  • Provided mentorship and guidance to junior officers in order to cultivate their professional development.
  • Participated in budget preparation activities, such as determining staffing levels, equipment purchases.
  • Organized special events such as parades or festivals requiring additional security measures.

E6/TSgt

United States Air Force Reserve
Montgomery, AL
12.1978 - 10.1994
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans to instruct students on the principles of mathematics, science and English.
  • Provided individualized instruction to students to improve their academic performance.
  • Conducted lectures, demonstrations and group activities in order to enhance learning experience.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades and assessments for all students in the course.
  • Collaborated with other instructors on curriculum development projects and interdisciplinary initiatives.
  • Utilized multimedia technologies such as audio-visual equipment, computers or video projectors when teaching classes.
  • Adapted teaching methods based on the physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities of students.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of instructional materials including textbooks, software programs or handouts.

Education

FBINA Session 228 - Criminal Justice /Management

FBI National Academy
Quantico, VA
03-2011

Air Force - Management/Leadership

NCO Academy
Kadena, Japan
07-1996

Criminal Justice- POST Certificatication

Alabama Crininal Justice Training Center
Selma, AL
11-1994

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Community College of The Air Force
Montgomery, AL
10-1994

Management/Leadership - Honor Graduate

NCO Leade5ship School
Little Rock, AR LRAFB
10-1993

GED -

Challmette High School
Chalmette, LA
10-1978

Skills

  • Route planning expertise
  • Load securement
  • Load security
  • Transportation safety
  • Commercial driving
  • Heavy haul expert
  • Long-haul driving
  • Invoice verification
  • Clean MVR
  • Efficient trip planner
  • Hazardous materials endorsement
  • Shipping and packaging
  • Order picking and processing
  • Vehicle inspections
  • Vehicle systems
  • GPS and route planning
  • Customer service
  • Class A commercial Driver's license
  • Tractor-trailer driving specialist
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Defensive driver training
  • Inclement weather driving
  • Trip planning
  • Auto delivery
  • Cargo handling
  • Accurate record keeping
  • Mechanical tools
  • Courteous and polite demeanor
  • Trailer maintenance
  • Laws and ordinances
  • Investigative techniques
  • Law enforcement
  • Search and seizure
  • Community policing
  • Police reports
  • Evidence collection
  • Workload balancing
  • Crime prevention
  • Staff training
  • Executive coaching
  • Client mediation
  • Stakeholder management
  • Delegation
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Team building
  • Risk Management
  • Financial planning
  • Time management abilities
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Performance evaluation and monitoring
  • Effective communication
  • Recruitment
  • Effective leader
  • Supervision and training
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Process Improvement
  • Staff training/development
  • Reliability
  • Purchasing and planning
  • Budgeting and cost control
  • Logistics
  • Project Management
  • Professionalism
  • Management team building
  • Communication
  • Budget Management
  • Employee motivation

Timeline

CDL A OTR Driver

Gulf Relay LLC
07.2024 - 10.2024

CDL A OTR Driver

Millis Transfer Inc.
05.2023 - 07.2024

Owner/Operator Truck Driver

Gem Transportation
09.2013 - 05.2023

Police Lieutenant

City Of Wetumpka, Al Government Police
10.1994 - 09.2013

E6/TSgt

United States Air Force Reserve
12.1978 - 10.1994

FBINA Session 228 - Criminal Justice /Management

FBI National Academy

Air Force - Management/Leadership

NCO Academy

Criminal Justice- POST Certificatication

Alabama Crininal Justice Training Center

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Community College of The Air Force

Management/Leadership - Honor Graduate

NCO Leade5ship School

GED -

Challmette High School

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