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Harvey Townsend

Bartlett,TN

Summary

Adept at ensuring operational excellence and safety, leveraging strong decision-making and effective communication to enhance customer satisfaction and efficiency. Expertise in vehicle inspection and problem-solving abilities led to significant improvements in routing strategies and training programs, underscoring commitment to reliability and excellence.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Regional Truck Driver

Cardinal Logistics
06.2020 - Current

1. Collaborated effectively with team members, sharing information about best practices for efficient driving and route planning.

  • mproved customer satisfaction by providing professional and courteous service during deliveries.
  • Strengthened operational efficiency by identifying opportunities for improvement in routing strategies.
  • Supported company''s growth by training new drivers on regional routes, policies, and safety procedures.
  • Built strong relationships with clients through consistent punctuality, dependability, and professionalism during pickups and deliveries.
  • Prioritized thorough vehicle inspections before each trip by ensuring that equipment was functioning optimally.
  • Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions or traffic patterns while maintaining efficiency in deliveries without compromising safety standards.

Local Truck Driver

Prairie Farms Dairy
02.2017 - 06.2020
  • Contributed to a positive work environment with strong teamwork skills and open communication among colleagues.
  • Provided excellent customer service through prompt, courteous interactions during pickups and deliveries.
  • Assisted new drivers in learning company protocols and helping them become familiar with assigned routes.
  • Maintained vehicle safety through regular inspections, proper loading, and adherence to traffic regulations.
  • Ensured compliance with weight restrictions by diligently monitoring load capacity according to local guidelines.
  • Streamlined delivery process by effectively prioritizing tasks and organizing pick-ups/drop-offs in a logical sequence, optimizing overall productivity.
  • Completed daily logs, reports, and documentation accurately to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Increased on-time delivery rates by effectively managing unexpected delays or changes in routes.

Delivery Specialist

McLane Company
01.2015 - 02.2017
  • Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
  • Tracked delivery information, mileage, and fuel use while on shift.
  • Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
  • Coordinated consistent on-time deliveries of damage-free goods.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate deliveries, maintaining a friendly demeanor.
  • Promoted safe driving at all times by observing all speed limits and keeping abreast of road conditions, weather, and other factors.
  • Managed time effectively by prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance, maximizing daily productivity levels without compromising quality standards set forth by the company policy guidelines.

OTR Truck Driver

Swift Transportation
07.2014 - 01.2015
  • Organized accurate and compliant shipping paperwork and financial records to avoid errors.
  • Increased on-time deliveries by planning efficient routes and maintaining regular communication with dispatch teams.
  • Reported vehicle and roadside issues in accordance with company policies to maintain route transparency.
  • Inspected vehicle before and after every trip and conducted minor repairs.
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Maintained open communication with dispatching staff to stay on top of scheduling changes and keep customers well-informed.
  • Reduced maintenance costs with thorough pre-trip inspections and regular vehicle upkeep to minimize unexpected breakdowns.
  • Delivered goods to customers both locally and long distance.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management

LeMoyne-Owen College
Memphis, TN

Skills

  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Safe Driving Practices
  • DOT Compliance
  • Trip Planning Efficiency
  • Load securing proficiency
  • Paperwork handling
  • Safety Procedures
  • Reporting
  • Customer Service
  • Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Reliability
  • Critical Thinking

Certification

  • Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) - TN Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - TN Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HAZMAT)

Timeline

Regional Truck Driver

Cardinal Logistics
06.2020 - Current

Local Truck Driver

Prairie Farms Dairy
02.2017 - 06.2020

Delivery Specialist

McLane Company
01.2015 - 02.2017

OTR Truck Driver

Swift Transportation
07.2014 - 01.2015
  • Tank Vehicle Endorsement (N) - TN Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - TN Department of Motor Vehicles.
  • Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HAZMAT)

Bachelor of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management

LeMoyne-Owen College
Harvey Townsend