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Jacob Rash

Junction,IL

Summary

Seasoned Truck Driver and Relief Dispatcher with a proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency at Country Mark. Expert in transportation safety and logistics planning, I excel in time management and customer service, ensuring seamless delivery scheduling. My dedication has significantly contributed to achieving and maintaining an exemplary safe driving record.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Truck Driver/Relief Dispatcher

Country Mark
Mt. Vernon, IN
11.2021 - Current
  • Observed driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining excellent safe driving record.
  • Managed unexpected emergencies and route changes with calm and professionalism.
  • Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
  • Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency during team meetings or one-on-one conversations with supervisors.
  • Kept up-to-date knowledge of changing roads, construction areas, traffic patterns, and dangerous curves in order to plan the most efficient routes.
  • Added fluids, checked tires and kept interior and exterior spotless as part of vehicle upkeep.
  • Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
  • Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
  • Gauged oil tanks and recorded information on the online company platform.
  • Route to oil tank batteries and haul oil to various offload locations across Illinois, Indiana, and Kentucky.
  • Filled out paperwork accurately at each stop along route including bills of lading and trip sheets.
  • Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
  • Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
  • Advised personnel about accidents, weather conditions or other hazards.
  • Scheduled or dispatched workers, equipment or service vehicles to locations using radios or telephones.
  • Developed strategies for improving efficiency within the dispatch department.
  • Monitored dispatch board and adjusted call priorities regularly based on caller needs.
  • Received or prepared work orders.
  • Scheduled loads according to priority and available equipment.
  • Performed administrative duties such as filing paperwork, updating databases, and preparing documents for review by management staff.
  • Tracked changes in computer system to keep records current and accurate.
  • Submitted accident reports and near-miss reports to management.
  • Reconciled company credit cards.
  • Estimated daily barrels hauled.
  • Typed-out monthly newsletters.
  • Wrote loading and unloading procedures for the trucking department.

Truck Driver

Eagle Valley Trucking
Shawneetown, IL
09.2018 - 11.2021
  • Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
  • Logged daily delivery details, customer issues, and mileage to maintain open communication with management and keep complaint records.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Transported hazardous materials without incident.
  • Interacted with customers and offered exemplary service.
  • Contacted customers to report delayed delivery times.
  • Clearly communicated with dispatchers to provide updated information on estimated times of arrival and the latest road conditions.
  • Communicated with other truck drivers and operators to coordinate material handling and deliveries.
  • Hauled various products such as hot asphalt, emulsions, anhydrous, coal, propane, and van trailer loads.

Truck Driver

Koester Milk Transport
Wadesville, IN
01.2015 - 09.2018
  • Routed to various dairy farms across Illinois, Indiana, and Kentucky.
  • Interacted with customers and offered exemplary service, escalating any issues to farmers.
  • Gauged milk tanks at farms and loaded them onto an anchor.
  • Rebuilt and serviced milk tanker pumps.
  • Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting a professional image.
  • Maintained annual milk hauling license through the state of Indiana.
  • Collected samples of raw milk were used for testing to meet USDA standards.

Dairy Farm Assistant

J&A Dairy Farm
Evansville, IN
06.2014 - 12.2014
  • Used various tractors and farm equipment to improve daily operations and harvesting of silage.
  • Conducted thorough examinations of animals to identify concerns such as illness, disease, and injuries, as well as to monitor and document physical changes.
  • Rotated animals between grazing areas to provide enough access to food.
  • Followed safety-based and successful protocols to build trust and break animals in for farm or performance requirements.
  • Inspected machinery, buildings, pens, yards, and fences for optimal efficiency and integrity.
  • Used tractors, trucks, trailers, forklifts, and various attachments to transport animals, feed, and supplies.
  • Reported broken or damaged equipment to the supervisor for repair or replacement.
  • Kept pens, stalls, and farm equipment clean and sterilized to support animal well-being.

Maintenance Crew Member

Shawnee Quick Mart
Shawneetown, IL
08.2009 - 04.2014
  • Checked fire alarms regularly for proper operation.
  • Designed equipment to aid repair or maintenance of machines, mechanical equipment or building structures.
  • Performed tasks to maintain on-site physical security, safety and efficiency.
  • Inspected building interiors and exteriors for needed repairs or replacements.
  • Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
  • Operated a variety of hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
  • Implemented preventative maintenance schedules to reduce breakdowns and extend equipment lifespan.
  • Replaced light bulbs in ceiling fixtures and lamps throughout the facility.
  • Removed snow from sidewalks, driveways and parking areas.
  • Diagnosed mechanical issues and provided effective solutions.
  • Notified management about necessary repairs or professional service needs for building operating systems.
  • Repaired minor plumbing issues such as clogged drains, leaking faucets, broken pipes.
  • Checked inventory levels and placed orders when stock was running low.
  • Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently, with minimal supervision.
  • Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
  • Followed safety precautions to avoid personal injury and provide a safe work environment.
  • Trained new maintenance staff on procedures and safety protocols.

Education

High School Diploma -

Gallatin County High School
Junction, IL
05-2011

Some College (No Degree) - Commercial Drivers License

Southeastern Illinois College
Harrisburg, IL

Skills

  • Time management
  • Commercial driving
  • Transportation safety
  • Invoice verification
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Document management
  • Basic maintenance
  • Delivery scheduling
  • Decision-making
  • Route management
  • DOT compliance
  • Self-motivation and discipline
  • Logbook management
  • Strong work ethic
  • Hazardous materials endorsement
  • Loading and unloading
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Vehicle inspection
  • Customer-oriented
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Accurate record keeping
  • Mechanical tools
  • Flexible schedule availability
  • Traffic law knowledge
  • Emergency response
  • Tanker and hazmat endorsements
  • Logistics planning
  • Attention to detail

Certification

  • Commerical Drivers License
  • Tanker Endorsement
  • Hazmat Endorsement
  • H2S Training
  • Leadership Management Training

Timeline

Truck Driver/Relief Dispatcher

Country Mark
11.2021 - Current

Truck Driver

Eagle Valley Trucking
09.2018 - 11.2021

Truck Driver

Koester Milk Transport
01.2015 - 09.2018

Dairy Farm Assistant

J&A Dairy Farm
06.2014 - 12.2014

Maintenance Crew Member

Shawnee Quick Mart
08.2009 - 04.2014

High School Diploma -

Gallatin County High School

Some College (No Degree) - Commercial Drivers License

Southeastern Illinois College

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