Jacobi Jones
Macon,GA
Summary
Talented Truck Driver with good route planning, payment handling and customer service skills. Performance-driven and detail-oriented with methodical approach to following through on every need.
Organized Truck Driver with proven track record of delivering within specified time frames. Customer-focused and strong communicator to effectively interact with others. Quick learner with management potential.
Dependable candidate experienced in navigating long-haul routes and managing paperwork for cross-border shipments. In-depth knowledge of route logistics and vehicle maintenance needs. Physically fit individual possessing excellent physical stamina to move and lift heavy items and good knowledge of local and highway roads.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CDL A OTR Driver
Western Express Trucking
11.2025 - Current
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Kept accurate records of cargo delivery times and vehicle maintenance to provide documentation to dispatch for billing and inventory purposes.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other office personnel to handle two-way updates and adjust daily schedules.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Checked shipping papers to determine nature of load and checked for presence of hazardous materials.
- Managed supplier record tracking and data communications tasks while automating operations to enhance efficiency.
- Secured vehicle to tow truck and checked all attachments for safe operation.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
- Coordinated efficient routes for optimal delivery scheduling and maximum daily performance.
- Managed efficient unloading of freight, inspected merchandise, and documented customer concerns for supervisor.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Documented mileage, deliveries, pickups, customer issues and damages.
- Answered roadside assistance calls for tows and other vehicle support.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Conferred with dispatch to relay delays, receive route, and adjust plans to meet daily targets.
- Completed routine maintenance on truck to keep in working order.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
Inventory Specialist
Tyson Foods
12.2024 - 11.2025
- Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
- Completed physical inventory counts each month.
- Factored shipping procedures, rates and routes in making determinations on best shipping methods for materials.
- Rejected damaged items, recorded shortages and corresponded with shippers to rectify issues.
- Supported reporting, accounting and recordkeeping staff with accurate updates regarding shipment information.
- Moved shipment materials to and from designated areas using lift and hand trucks.
- Corresponded with carrier representatives to make arrangements and provide instructions for shipment and delivery of orders.
- Verified orders by comparing names and quantity of items packaged with shipping documents.
- Drafted and managed work and shipping orders, bills of lading, and shipping route materials for accurate and compliant recordkeeping.
- Packed, secured, labeled and applied postage to materials to prepare items for shipment.
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving overseeing more than [Number] packages per day.
- Conducted research to address shipping errors and packaging mistakes.
- Compared shipping orders and invoices against contents received to verify accuracy.
- Requisitioned new supplies and maintained storage areas for smooth department operations.
- Sorted and delivered materials to different work areas and staff.
- Inspected incoming and outgoing shipments to identify discrepancies with records.
- Communicated with carrier representatives, arranging for special deliveries and shipment receipts.
- Worked effectively with shippers to resolve shipment issues, damaged materials and shortages.
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport and store goods.
- Processed required paperwork to expedite handling of shipped and received goods.
- Partnered with representatives from different carriers to arrange materials shipments.
- Maintained up-to-date price lists to accurately calculate shipping, shortage and demurrage costs.
- Monitored inventory to maintain sufficient supply levels to meet business and customer needs.
Deep reach operator
Dollar General warehouse
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Move product from one location to another Reserve location
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
Production Line Operator
Purdue Farms
08.2021 - 01.2023
- Minimized downtime by troubleshooting stoppages and breakdowns and calling for maintenance assistance.
- Boxed, labeled, and transported items to support assembly operations.
- Performed hand-finishing of final products after assembling component parts for items.
- Assisted quality assurance by inspecting items and removing defective parts.
- Followed instructions to make products in line with customer specifications.
- Inspected extruded product for appearance and size defects according to specifications.
- Trained new employees by demonstrating operation of production line machinery.
- Communicated with supervisor regarding production line issues and needed repairs for fast resolution.
Communications Specialist
CUI Cable Services
08.2019 - 08.2021
- Hook up cable communication for Cox communication run lines and communication boxes inside the house to get the job done
- Engaged in professional networking to maintain strong relationships with communications and media professionals to drive partnerships and effective dissemination of mass communications.
Education
G.E.D -
Earle C Clements Job Corps
Morganfeild, KY10.2010
Class A CDL -
Commercial Driving Academy
Macon, GA10-2025
Skills
- Forklift Operator
- Load securement
- Conflict resolution
- Regulatory compliance
- Safe driving practices
- Pallet Jack
- RF Scanner
- Warehouse Experience
- Materials Handling
- Order Packer
- Commercial driving
Certification
- Driver's License June 2017 to June 2025
- Forklift Certification
- Plumbing helper certification Present
Timeline
CDL A OTR Driver
Western Express Trucking
11.2025 - Current
Inventory Specialist
Tyson Foods
12.2024 - 11.2025
Deep reach operator
Dollar General warehouse
01.2023 - 12.2024
Production Line Operator
Purdue Farms
08.2021 - 01.2023
Communications Specialist
CUI Cable Services
08.2019 - 08.2021
G.E.D -
Earle C Clements Job Corps
Class A CDL -
Commercial Driving Academy