James Lewis
LEXINGTON,SC
Summary
Hardworking employee enthusiastic about learning operations field inside and out. Pursues opportunities to learn new skills and contribute to group success. Offers strong administrative, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
City P&D Driver
AAA Cooper Transportation
02.2022 - Current
- Managed customer inquiries and complaints in polite and professional manner.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Followed corporate procedures to maintain company and customer data confidentiality.
- Maintained a class A license with HAZMAT and doubles and triples endorsement.
- Part time outbound supervisor
- Worked closely with personnel, customers, and contractors to resolve problems.
- Balanced schedule and customer demands against team capabilities and available resources to meet performance objectives.
Motor Transport Operator (88M)
South Carolina National Guard
04.2022 - Current
- Maintained proficiency in tactical planning options and convoy defense techniques.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Managed loading, unloading and safety of all personnel, cargo and equipment.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Alabama Carriers
02.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Inspected vehicle and equipment before and after every trip to monitor routine wear and identify larger maintenance issues.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
- Spoke professionally with customers regarding complaints, gathering all necessary information to make educated decisions and address issues.
P&D Driver
R&L Carriers
04.2018 - 02.2021
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
Over the Road Flatbed Truck Driver
Long Haul Trucking
01.2017 - 04.2018
- Inspected truck for defects and safe operating condition before, during and after trips.
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Completed daily inspections, basic maintenance and common repair actions to keep equipment operating at full capacity.
- Fastened chains, straps, covers, and binders to secure load during transit.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
Over the Road Truck Driver
Melton Truck Lines
09.2015 - 12.2016
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
Warehouse Worker
Hawley Lambert
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
Motor Transport Operator (88M)
US Army
01.2006 - 05.2015
- Maintained proficiency in tactical planning options and convoy defense techniques.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
- Managed loading, unloading and safety of all personnel, cargo and equipment.
- Inspected vehicles and completed daily maintenance actions.
- Oversaw handling and transportation of more than $1,000,000 in equipment while on 2 separate deployments to Iraq.
- Completed leadership training (Warriors Leader Course) in order to gain promotion to sergeant and become a Noncommissioned Officer.
- Managed a small team of 6 soldiers in day to day operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Brookland-Cayce Senior High School
Cayce, SC05.2007
Skills
- Shipment Management
- Vehicle Maintenance
- Environmental Assessment
- Maintaining Records
- Supervising Personnel
- Tractor-Trailer Operation
- Truck Cab Computer Operation
- Assisting Customers
Timeline
Motor Transport Operator (88M)
South Carolina National Guard
04.2022 - Current
City P&D Driver
AAA Cooper Transportation
02.2022 - Current
Owner/Operator Truck Driver
Alabama Carriers
02.2021 - 01.2022
P&D Driver
R&L Carriers
04.2018 - 02.2021
Over the Road Flatbed Truck Driver
Long Haul Trucking
01.2017 - 04.2018
Over the Road Truck Driver
Melton Truck Lines
09.2015 - 12.2016
Warehouse Worker
Hawley Lambert
05.2015 - 08.2015
Motor Transport Operator (88M)
US Army
01.2006 - 05.2015
High School Diploma -
Brookland-Cayce Senior High School