Jacob Huffman
Hastings
Summary
Professional driver prepared for safe, efficient transportation. Proven ability to navigate long routes and meet delivery schedules. Strong focus on teamwork, adaptability, and achieving results. Skilled in vehicle maintenance, route planning, and adhering to safety regulations. Dependable and responsive to changing demands. Unloading and loading trailers and warehouse experience.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Truck Driver/Material Handler CDL-A
Univar Solutions
04.2023 - 03.2025
- Delivered Hazardous/Food Grade Freight Via Tanker to Customers
- Delivered Hazardous/Food Grade Freight In Dry Van To Customers
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
Vacuum Truck Driver CDL-A
C. Stoddard and sons
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Responded promptly to emergency calls involving spills or accidents, effectively mitigating further damage or contamination risks.
- Sucked out oil sludge and dirt in trenches and oil separators.
- Delivered oil barrels to customers
- Hauled sludge with a dump truck
Line Haul Truck Driver CDL-A
FedEx freight
07.2018 - 03.2022
- Hauled freight to FedEx hubs, also hauled hazardous materials to and from
- Streamlined loading and unloading processes for faster turnaround times at distribution centers.
- Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections, identifying potential issues before they escalated into costly repairs or accidents.
- Loaded and unloaded freight using propane/electric forklifts
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
Shuttle driver
Coca-cola
10.2014 - 06.2018
- Conducted regular vehicle inspections to identify potential maintenance issues, contributing to overall fleet reliability.
- Delivered products on a timely bases
- Transported customers to and from Grand Rapids.
Company co-owner and driver
J Huffman Transport
03.2013 - 10.2014
- Delivered cargo trailers and vehicles to dealers and residential areas all around the country
- Managed day-to-day operations efficiently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Collaborated with co-owner on strategic planning initiatives for long-term business success.
Utility technician for Perrigo company
Manpower
11.2012 - 03.2013
- Researched and developed medicine for manufacturer
- Took apart presses and set them for batch
- Helped start and run batches for scientist
- Responsible for takedown and cleaning of machines
- Monitored system operations to improve effectiveness, efficiency and regulatory compliance.
- Maintained a safe working environment for staff members through adherence to workplace safety protocols during all tasks related to utilities management.
Truck driver
FLJ
09.2012 - 10.2012
- Delivered campers and vehicles to dealers
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
OTR Flatbed Truck Driver CDL-A
Roehl transport
04.2012 - 08.2012
- Collaborated with dispatchers for effective communication regarding pick-ups, deliveries, and any delays or issues encountered.
- Demonstrated versatility by transporting a wide range of materials such as lumber, steel beams, machinery parts, pallets of goods, and oversized equipment.
- Ensured cargo safety by properly securing loads with chains, straps, and tarps.
- Two week trainingcourse on load securement.
Certified pharmacy technician
Borgess medical center
11.2008 - 03.2012
- Processed medication orders accurately and timely
- Calculated solids, liquids, and tablets accurately
- Placed doctor's orders for the pharmacist
- Compounded drugs when needed
- Placed inventory back into medication robot
- Excellent IV hood skills
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Worked with computerized and automated systems for dispensing medications and editing new patient profiles.
Lawn Care & Snowplow Equipment Operator
Dustin's Lawn Care & Snowplowing
06.2005 - 11.2008
- Operate and maintain equipment used in routine residential and commercial lawn care
- Operate snowplow and backhoe as required to maintain roadway/parking lot accessibility in assigned work area
- Perform routine equipment maintenance for continuation of excellent service provision
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
Education
No Degree - CDL-A
Kalamazoo Trucking School
Kalamazoo, MI02-2012
High School Diploma -
Delton Kellogg
Delton, MI02-2008
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Safe driving practices
- Commercial driving
- DOT compliance
- Long-haul driving
- Load security
- Forklift operation
- Shipping and receiving
- Loading and unloading
- Electronic logging devices
- Hazardous materials handling
Timeline
Truck Driver/Material Handler CDL-A
Univar Solutions
04.2023 - 03.2025
Vacuum Truck Driver CDL-A
C. Stoddard and sons
03.2022 - 03.2023
Line Haul Truck Driver CDL-A
FedEx freight
07.2018 - 03.2022
Shuttle driver
Coca-cola
10.2014 - 06.2018
Company co-owner and driver
J Huffman Transport
03.2013 - 10.2014
Utility technician for Perrigo company
Manpower
11.2012 - 03.2013
Truck driver
FLJ
09.2012 - 10.2012
OTR Flatbed Truck Driver CDL-A
Roehl transport
04.2012 - 08.2012
Certified pharmacy technician
Borgess medical center
11.2008 - 03.2012
Lawn Care & Snowplow Equipment Operator
Dustin's Lawn Care & Snowplowing
06.2005 - 11.2008
No Degree - CDL-A
Kalamazoo Trucking School
High School Diploma -
Delton Kellogg
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