Jeremy kirby
austin,Texas
Summary
Hardworking transportation professional offering several years of experience overseeing deliveries; as well as, actual over the road experience. Highly organized and proactive with in-depth understanding of customer relations and project management strategies. Analytical and critical thinker with a remarkable work ethic.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Transportation Specialist
Department Of Defence
Austin, TX
09.2014 - 11.2024
- Communicated regularly with customers regarding changes in routes or estimated delivery and arival times.
- Provided training and guidance on proper techniques for loading cargo safely onto vehicles.
- Supervised loading and unloading activities at terminals, warehouses, shipyards and railheads to maximize efficiency and accuracy of shipments.
- Resolved customer complaints related to shipment and movement delays or damages in an effective manner.
- Ensured compliance with company policies regarding hazardous materials handling procedures.
- Identified operational problems that impacted timely movements or increased costs and proposed solutions accordingly.
- Analyzed current routing systems and identified areas for improvement in delivery methods, times, and routes.
- Developed and implemented plans to reduce costs associated with transportation processes.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, federal regulations regarding hazardous materials handling.
- Processed paperwork required by various government agencies including customs clearance documents.
- Evaluated carrier performance against established metrics such as on-time delivery percentage, claims rate.
- Coordinated and managed daily transportation operations to ensure efficient delivery of goods.
- Assessed customer needs and provided customized solutions for freight transport requirements.
- Maintained records of shipping documents including invoices, bills of lading, manifests.
- Verified proper load balancing for transportation safety and transport regulatory guidance.
- Stayed up-to-date on necessary state licensing for equipment operation and performed regular maintenance to meet regulations.
- Maintained accurate shipping manifests, tracking picked up, transported and delivered goods.
- Paid close attention to route conditions and weather safety and rerouted vehicles to direct safe and efficient trips.
- Directed daily transportation of cargo.
- Worked with providers such as freight carriers to resolve delivery problems and make schedule adjustments.
- Kept transportation operations in compliance with company, legal and safety requirements.
- Organized delivery schedules and provided customers with timely updates.
- Investigated incidents involving damaged cargo or accidents involving company vehicles or personnel.
- Monitored driver performance to ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Negotiated contracts with carriers to secure the most cost-effective rates while maintaining quality service standards.
- Provided technical support for application development teams by troubleshooting database-related problems.
- Participated in disaster recovery planning sessions in order to ensure business continuity during unexpected outages or events.
- Defined user roles and privileges in order to maintain secure access control across the system.
- Maintained detailed documentation regarding all aspects of the organization's databases including design specifications, usage policies, user roles and privileges.
- Assisted users with training needs related to use of specific database software packages.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality standards.
- Implemented policies to limit access of critical data to key personnel.
- Created and facilitated in-house training program for database users to improve productivity.
- Built and managed queries, exports, analysis reports and mailing lists.
- Developed and maintained database for accounts.
- Managed ad hoc requests for business reports, supporting strategic decision-making.
Automated Logistical Specialist 92A
Department Of Defence
Houston, TX
12.2008 - 10.2023
- Adhered to established safety protocols in handling hazardous materials.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations when handling hazardous materials.
- Updated records in manual or automated systems when necessary.
- Conducted physical inventories to verify accuracy of system data.
- Utilized automated logistics systems to process requisitions, issue supplies, and maintain records.
- Maintained accountability of all assigned equipment and supplies.
- Developed and maintained databases to track supply items including quantity, location, cost, and delivery status.
- Generated reports summarizing current inventory status.
- Scheduled deliveries based on customer requirements and availability of resources.
- Audited warehouse operations to identify potential areas for improvement.
- Monitored stock levels, identified discrepancies, and performed necessary inventory adjustments.
- Researched sources for obtaining materials at lowest cost while meeting quality standards.
- Coordinated with customers on the delivery of requested items.
- Communicated regularly with vendors regarding orders placed and order status updates.
- Ensured compliance with applicable laws and regulations concerning product storage conditions and safety procedures.
- Performed inspections upon receipt of shipments to ensure conformance with specifications or contracts.
- Coordinated efforts between multiple departments within the organization for optimal results.
- Assisted in the coordination of transportation services for shipment of goods.
- Trained new personnel on warehouse procedures such as receiving processes and stocking methods.
- Prepared documents such as purchase orders, invoices, shipping documents, and reports.
- Planned workflow, coordinated employee scheduling and assigned duties to maintain performance and accommodate fluctuating workloads.
- Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
- Informed upper management or department heads of items loaded or problems encountered.
- Monitored workers and reviewed completed work for proper performance.
- Resolved personnel problems, complaints and grievances, referring serious issues to higher-level supervisors.
- Estimated project materials, time and staffing requirements based on work orders and job specifications.
- Reviewed supplies inventory levels and purchased necessary items.
- Held staff meetings to share project information and address specific issues.
- Scheduled materials shipments and transportation for on-time delivery, reducing delays.
- Assessed job sites to determine work needed.
- Prepared and led staff training and instruction.
- Completed or assisted with difficult or skilled tasks.
- Presented and explained work orders to team.
- Checked loaded materials compared to work orders for correctness.
- Conducted interviews, selected candidates and supported hiring processes to maintain staffing levels.
- Inspected equipment for wear, specifications adherence and issues.
Office Manager
Drimmer Trucking
Houston, TX
07.2007 - 12.2008
- Processed invoices, bills of lading and other documents related to truck dispatching.
- Assigned loads to drivers based on customer requirements and availability.
- Ensured all paperwork was completed accurately and in a timely manner.
- Monitored driver performance and provided feedback on areas for improvement.
- Investigated claims related to lost or damaged cargo shipments.
- Provided customer service by responding to inquiries from customers regarding shipments.
- Scheduled, coordinated and monitored the movement of trucks to ensure timely delivery of goods.
- Prepared manifests and shipping documents for each load dispatched.
- Reviewed freight bills for accuracy prior to payment processing.
- Communicated with vendors regarding shipment status updates.
- Maintained records of driver hours worked, rates paid and miles driven per trip.
- Created daily reports detailing truck movements, delays, accidents or other incidents.
- Resolved any issues or problems that arose during transport operations.
- Maintained communication with drivers regarding routes, load information and delivery updates.
- Analyzed data such as traffic conditions, road closures or hazardous weather conditions when planning routes for drivers.
- Adhered to safety regulations while monitoring vehicle performance throughout trips.
- Supervised employees to ensure that cargo shipments were transported accurately to and from specified locations while adhering to safety standards.
- Oversaw bookkeeping and dispatching operations for towing, hauling, and roadside assistance services.
- Trained and evaluated employees to ensure work performance met company standards.
- Assisted in the development of policies and procedures to streamline dispatch operations.
- Utilized active listening and intelligent open-ended questioning to help build lasting relationships with customers.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving complaints in a timely manner.
- Maintained vehicle logs, records of cargo or billing statements in accordance with regulations
- Checked paperwork prior to dispatching crew members to maintain accuracy.
- Coordinated daily dispatch operations for fleet of XX vehicles, ensuring timely deliveries and pickups.
- Handled emergency situations by rerouting drivers or arranging for additional resources as needed.
Truck Driver
RC Trucking
Houston, TX
06.2006 - 07.2007
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Reported all accidents or violations to management immediately upon occurrence.
- Participated in training sessions related to defensive driving techniques, new technologies used in trucks and trailers, accident prevention methods.
- Checked vehicle for mechanical items and safety issues, maintained logs of working hours, monitored the vehicle's performance, and recorded any incidents.
- Ensured deliveries were on time by following designated routes and adhering to traffic laws.
- Verified load against shipping papers to ensure accuracy of shipment.
- Performed daily pre-trip inspections on vehicles to ensure safe operation on the roadways.
- Communicated with dispatchers regarding pickup and delivery times.
- Maintained records such as vehicle logs, records of cargo, or billing statements in accordance with regulations.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations including inclement weather conditions or traffic delays while remaining calm under pressure.
- Adhered strictly to company policies concerning alcohol use while operating a commercial motor vehicle.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Stayed informed regarding changes in transportation laws and regulations that could affect operations.
- Complied with DOT requirements for background checks prior to operating a CMV.
- Managed personal driving time according to Hours of Service regulations.
- Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
- Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
- Established relationships with customers through use of interpersonal, active listening and inquiry response skills.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
Truck Driver
Baby Red Trucking
Houston, TX
04.2005 - 06.2006
- Same duties as previous truck driver position
Truck Driver
Stevens Transport
Houston, TX
04.2004 - 04.2005
- Same duties as previous truck driving position
Embarkation Specialist 0431
Department of Defence
Houston, TX
09.1995 - 02.2003
- prepared supplies and equipment for embarkation and performed various Force Deployment Planning and Execution (FDP&E) functions to support the movement of personnel, supplies, and equipment via all modes of transportation using commercial and military assets, at all levels including unit, MAGTF, and joint operations.
- Used Automated Information Systems (AIS) that are utilized throughout the Defense Transportation System (DTS) to account, track, and interface movement data with load planning programs and joint AIS to support the FDP&E process and In Transit Visibility (ITV).
- Prepared aircraft and ship load plans that meet organizational requirements.
- Assisted with the preparation, planning, and execution of strategic mobility plans in accordance with the Time Phased Force Deployment Data (TPFDD) used to deploy and sustain forward deployed forces.
- performed multiple logistics administrative duties within the J/G/S-4 section.
- Compiled and maintain logistics support data, computed combat logistics support requirements, and coordinate combat logistics functions in support of MAGTF operations and deployments.
- Combat Cargo Assistant (CCAs) onboard naval amphibious assault ships.
Education
Accounting
DeVry University
Downers Grove, IL04-2004
High School Diploma -
M B Smiley High
Houston, TX05-1995
Skills
- Logistics Management
- Route Optimization
- Regulatory knowledge
- Assisting
- Dispatch operations
- Warehouse Management
- Coordinating schedules
- Transportation Planning
- Customs Compliance
- Incident Reporting
- Inspecting vehicles
- Road safety
- Documentation Management
- Documentation skills
- Inventory Tracking
- Load Planning
- Logistics network analysis
- Dispatching procedures
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- Shipment consolidations planning
- DOT Compliance
- Supply Chain Coordination
- Handheld Scanners
- Route Planning
- Reverse Logistics
- Microsoft Office (10 years)
- Logistics
- Supply Chain
- Inventory management
- Shipping And Receiving
- Warehouse Management
- Process improvement
- Records management
- Supply chain management
- Phone etiquette
- Analysis skills
- Microsoft Excel
- SAP
- ERP systems
Certification
- Class A CDL w/Tanker endorsement
- Military Instructor
Timeline
Transportation Specialist
Department Of Defence
09.2014 - 11.2024
Automated Logistical Specialist 92A
Department Of Defence
12.2008 - 10.2023
Office Manager
Drimmer Trucking
07.2007 - 12.2008
Truck Driver
RC Trucking
06.2006 - 07.2007
Truck Driver
Baby Red Trucking
04.2005 - 06.2006
Truck Driver
Stevens Transport
04.2004 - 04.2005
Embarkation Specialist 0431
Department of Defence
09.1995 - 02.2003
Accounting
DeVry University
High School Diploma -
M B Smiley High