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Yard SpotterLocal Truck DriverWork Type
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On-SiteLocation: Lebanon, OH
Open to relocation: Yes
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John Walker
Lebanon,OH
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Summary
Qualified driver with proven track record in long-haul and regional driving. Expertise in handling diverse cargo types, ensuring timely and safe deliveries. Demonstrated reliability and strong navigation skills.
Logistics professional prepared for demands of long-distance and regional transportation. Expertise in maintaining vehicle safety and compliance with regulations. Reliable team player with focus on achieving efficient and timely deliveries, adaptable to varying schedules and routes.
Experienced transportation professional prepared for this role, bringing strong focus on safety, efficiency, and adherence to regulations. Skilled in vehicle inspection, route planning, and cargo handling. Known for reliability, teamwork, and adapting to changing needs while consistently achieving results. Strong communication skills and record of maintaining high standards in all operations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Yard Spotter
NSSL
Monroe, Oh
03.2026 - Current
- Operated yard trucks to transport trailers and containers efficiently within the facility.
- Coordinated trailer positioning to optimize loading and unloading operations for increased workflow efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections of yard equipment to ensure safety compliance and operational readiness.
- Collaborated with warehouse staff to streamline movement of goods, enhancing overall productivity.
- Monitored yard inventory levels, ensuring accurate tracking and timely reporting of discrepancies.
- Implemented best practices for trailer organization, improving space utilization within the yard significantly.
Material Handler
Westrock
Westchester, Ohio
06.2021 - 11.2022
- Loaded and unloaded trucks
- Pulled inventory
- Quality check finished product for customer consistency.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area and kept forklift fueled or batteries charged for the next shift to keep everything moving efficiently.
- Met all safety standards and passed the forklift test to secure a certificate.
- Reason for leaving: Retired
Spotter
Royalty Trucking
Mason, Ohio
04.2020 - 06.2021
- Placed trailers in and out of dock doors.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and reliability.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, deliveries, and vehicle maintenance activities.
- Operated commercial vehicles in compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
- Organized trailers kept inventory of all loaded and empty trailers at the facility.
- Drove to pick up pallets or deliver products to warehouses or customers.
- Maintained 100% compliance with all DOT, FSMCA, state, and local laws.
- Operated and maintained various types of trucks, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Planned and executed efficient delivery routes to optimize fuel consumption and reduce transit time.
Semi Truck Driver
Raven Transport
Jacksonville, Florida
06.2014 - 04.2020
- Verify count and secure loads to deliver to customers on time.
- Heavy haul beer from Ohio to PA, KY, TX, FL, and OH.
- Pick up returns of kegs and pallets to return to Ohio.
- Reason for living: Closed terminal in Middletown, Ohio.
Semi Truck Driver
AC Trucking and Warehousing
Cincinnati, Ohio
05.2005 - 06.2014
- Pick up and deliver beer and general freight to customers in OH, MI, PA, KY, and IL with 53 foot dry vans.
- Operated truck in accordance with DOT, state, and federal laws.
- Audited and secured cargo with b.o.l.
- Reason for leaving: better money and more home time.
Education
High School Diploma -
American Community School
Athens GreeceSkills
- CDL Driver with clean safety record beginning with chauffeur’s license in 1990
- Forklift Driver Certificate
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Route planning
- Vehicle inspection
- Heavy equipment operation
- Trailer maneuvering
- Documentation
- Cargo handling
- Yard management
- Safe driving practices
- Material handling
- Defensive driving
- Load securing
- Teamwork
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Reliability
- Problem-solving abilities
- Time management
- Problem-solving skills
- Trailer transport
- Yard switching
- Equipment operation
Timeline
Yard Spotter
NSSL
03.2026 - Current
Material Handler
Westrock
06.2021 - 11.2022
Spotter
Royalty Trucking
04.2020 - 06.2021
Semi Truck Driver
Raven Transport
06.2014 - 04.2020
Semi Truck Driver
AC Trucking and Warehousing
05.2005 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
American Community School