Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Certification
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John Salisbury

Walkertown,NC

Summary

Hard working veteran team player who is passionate, dependable, and organized with strong leadership skills. I am looking for a position with opportunities to demonstrate my work ethic and knowledge in the Transportation and Warehouse distribution areas.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Service Manager/ Truck Driver

Amarr
12.2019 - Current
  • Oversees the daily operations of a large warehouse facility, managing a team of 30 employees.
  • Developed and implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
  • Managed shipping and receiving processes, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of goods.
  • Trained new employees on warehouse procedures, equipment operation, and safety guidelines.
  • Coordinated with transportation providers to optimize logistics operations for inbound/outbound shipments.
  • Maintained records of all incoming/outgoing shipments, ensuring proper documentation for tracking purposes.
  • Analyzed data on key performance indicators (KPIs) such as order fill rate, on-time delivery rate, etc.
  • In absence of any warehouse associates /truck drivers, was to pull orders as well as deliver orders.
  • Operated a commercial truck to transport goods and materials to designated locations.
  • Ensured compliance with all traffic laws and regulations while operating the vehicle.
  • Performed routine inspections and maintenance on the truck to ensure its safe operation.

OTR Truck Driver

FedEx
10.2019 - 11.2019
  • Delivered goods and materials to various locations across the country, ensuring on-time and safe transportation.
  • Maintained accurate records of mileage, fuel usage, and delivery times for each trip.
  • Performed routine inspections of vehicles before and after trips to ensure proper functioning and safety compliance.
  • Adhered to all traffic laws, regulations, and company policies while operating commercial vehicles.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatchers to receive instructions, update delivery status, and report any issues or delays.
  • Utilized GPS navigation systems to determine the most efficient routes for each trip.
  • Responded promptly to any mechanical issues or emergencies encountered during trips by contacting maintenance personnel or roadside assistance services as needed.
  • Maintained a clean and organized truck cabin at all times for comfort and safety purposes.

Forklift Operator/Truck Driver

Saia
09.2017 - 10.2019
  • Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Boosted team efficiency by moving materials with forklifts, cranes and other equipment.
  • Loaded, transported and stacked materials.
  • Completed daily forklift safety checklists.
  • Inspected items for damage and performed temperature and quality checks.
  • Filled propane tanks, checked valves and performed other routine equipment maintenance.
  • Changed out forklift batteries and connected batteries to battery charger.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Cleaned warehouse areas to maintain safety and efficiency.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Operated tractor-trailer combination vehicles to transport goods over local distances, adhering to all traffic laws and safety regulations.
  • Performed pre-trip inspections of the vehicle to ensure it was in proper working order before each trip.
  • Communicated effectively with dispatchers, providing updates on delivery status and any issues encountered during transportation.
  • Managed paperwork such as bills of lading, invoices, and delivery receipts accurately and promptly.
  • Ensured compliance with federal regulations governing hours of service (HOS) by accurately logging driving hours using electronic logging devices (ELDs).
  • Performed routine maintenance checks on the vehicle's fluids, tires, brakes, lights, etc., reporting any issues or malfunctions immediately for repair or replacement

Solid Waster Operator

CIty Of Greensboro
12.2016 - 10.2019
  • Maintained tight timetables and strict safety standards by smoothly dismounting and remounting trucks at each stop.
  • Consulted with customers to address problems with garbage collection, maximizing team efficiency and customer satisfaction.
  • Conducted pre- and post-trip inspections and basic repairs to maintain performance levels and prevent breakdowns.
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Drove more than 55 miles each day to serve customers and collect 5,200 + pounds of discarded materials.

Transportation/Warehouse Supervisor

National DCP
11.2008 - 09.2016
  • Was responsible for hiring, training, mentoring, counseling, and work schedules for 200 drivers and warehouse employees
  • The enforcing of DOT and OHSA safety standards, overseeing the warehouse selection, accuracy, CPMH, and end of the night operations shutdown
  • Maintained a 185 CPMH and a 200 CPDH at a 99.5% pick accuracy and 87% perfect order keeping cost per case down
  • Jocking of trailers and shuttling loads to domical yards
  • Used Voxware, AS400, Retalix, Microsoft Office, ADP, SAP, Manhattan, Vocollect, RF Scan guns, and PeopleNet
  • Kept good line of communication between each employee and management

Education

CDL Class A certification -

Smith & Solomon Truck driving school
Cherry Hill, NJ
10.2006

High School Diploma -

Haddon Heights High School
Haddon Heights, NJ
06.1993

Skills

  • Time management
  • Conflict resolution
  • Communication
  • Certified in forklift operation
  • Driving and transportation
  • Detail-oriented
  • Warehouse safety
  • Staff management
  • Operations management
  • Accident/Incident reports
  • Driver safety programs
  • DOT regulatory compliance
  • Scheduling
  • Teamwork

References

  • Upon Request

Certification

Honorable Discharge from US Army

Certified Class A CDL/Double, Triple & Tanker Endorsements

Forklift Operator License

Crown Lift Trained - the- trainers certificate

People net/ motive ELD certification

Timeline

Service Manager/ Truck Driver

Amarr
12.2019 - Current

OTR Truck Driver

FedEx
10.2019 - 11.2019

Forklift Operator/Truck Driver

Saia
09.2017 - 10.2019

Solid Waster Operator

CIty Of Greensboro
12.2016 - 10.2019

Transportation/Warehouse Supervisor

National DCP
11.2008 - 09.2016

High School Diploma -

Haddon Heights High School

CDL Class A certification -

Smith & Solomon Truck driving school

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