JOHNNIE STOKES
Shelby,AL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Proven track record of accident-free driving and compliance with DOT regulations.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Hydrovac Operator
Smith Industrial Service
Birmingham, Alabama
08.2023 - 08.2026
- Operated hydrovac trucks for safe excavation and utility exposure.
- Excavated trenches to uncover utilities and clean sewer lines safely.
- Operated high-pressure water and vacuum systems to liquify and remove dirt from target areas.
- Utilized water jetting techniques when required to remove debris from pipes or other difficult areas before excavation can begin.
- Conducted site assessments to determine optimal excavation techniques.
- Coordinated with crews to achieve project goals and uphold safety standards.
- Adhered to all safety guidelines to minimize risks during operations.
- Trained new operators on equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Maintained equipment through regular inspections and preventive maintenance checks.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of hydrovac equipment to ensure safety and operational readiness.
- Performed pre- and post-trip vehicle and equipment inspections to check for maintenance and repair needs.
- Executed sewer and storm cleaning to enhance system functionality.
- Performed sewer systems evaluations.
- Oversaw material disposal procedures in compliance with environmental regulations.
- Communicated with clients to coordinate scheduling and project requirements.
- Assisted with setup and takedown of hydrovac equipment at the start and end of each shift.
Driver/Operator
Spectrum Environmental Services
Alabaster, AL
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Operated roll-off trucks to transport waste containers efficiently.
- Maintained compliance with safety regulations during all driving activities.
- Inspected vehicles daily to ensure proper functioning and safety standards.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of the truck to ensure it was in proper working order prior to departure.
- Operated Jetter Vac truck for cleaning sewer and storm.
- Operated liquid tanker truck for transporting liquid waste.
ROUTE DELIVERY DRIVER
Rugby ABP
Clanton, AL
01.2015 - 03.2022
- Cultivated strong customer relationships to enhance product visibility.
- Operated vehicle for deliveries along pre-determined route and delivered customer orders on-schedule.
- Drove truckloads to customer sites daily and completed proper paperwork.
- Delivered customer orders and collected payments to keep accounts current.
- Assessed routes and estimated delivery time frames to prioritize deliveries and mitigate potential delays.
- Collaborated in route set up planning with [Job Title], mapping out construction and road work to optimize delivery efficiency.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections, loaded trucks for delivery and picked up items for return.
- Followed DOT regulations and company safe driving guidelines and immediately reported safety hazards.
- Maintained accurate recordkeeping of mileage, stops, orders and carton counts for daily routes.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety inspections on work vehicle to record and report malfunctions
- Verified delivery of items with customers and obtained proper signatures.
MANAGER
Express Oil Change
Hoover, AL
12.2001 - 01.2015
- Provided outstanding customer service during delivery and pickup operations
- Performed physically demanding job, loading and unloading, at times with no helpers
- Achieved growth and sales targets by successfully managing storesales team
- Developed staff scheduling and entered weekly work schedule forassociates
- Delivered product to customers in efficient, timely, courteous and accurate manner
- Submitted all customer paperwork, including invoices, load orders and handheld reports
- Collaborated with Sales leadership for ongoing initiatives.
- Maintained accurate transportation logs including vehicle inspection reports on daily basis
- Delivered and unloaded building materials to local and regional contractors and home owners
- Provided coaching and counseling to staff, focusing on performance improvement and development., as well as holding monthly meetings for staff
- Provided outstanding customer service during delivery and pickupoperations
- Developed staff scheduling and entered weekly work schedule for associates
- Formulated and maintained quality control objectives and coordinated objectives with production
- Managed commission associates by setting daily, weekly and monthly goals
- Achieved growth and sales targets by successfully managing store sales team
- Loaded and unloaded goods in safe and efficient manner.
- Supervised and participated in evaluation process of employees within unit
- Submitted all customer paperwork, including invoices, load ordersand handheld reports
- Maintained reliable attendance and consistent work hours.
- Compiled with and helped to enforce standard policies and procedures
- Taught, coached and demonstrated work activities for team
- Members.
Education
High School Diploma -
CONTACT
ALEXANDRIA HIGH SCHOOL
Alexandria, AL05-1986
Skills
- Route Management
- Tanker and Hazmat Endorsements
- Clean MVR
- Cargo Handling
- GPS Applications
- Critical Thinking
- Problem-Solving
- Safety and Emergency Equipment
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Cargo Security
- Time Management
- Vehicle Defect or Damage Reporting
- Delivery Instructions Verification
- Vehicle Service Documentation
- Delivery Documentation
- State and Federal Regulations
- Decision Making
- Attention to Detail
- Truck Weighing
- Vehicle Inspection
- Problem Solving
- Process Monitoring
- Dependable and Reliable
Timeline
Hydrovac Operator
Smith Industrial Service
08.2023 - 08.2026
Driver/Operator
Spectrum Environmental Services
03.2022 - 08.2023
ROUTE DELIVERY DRIVER
Rugby ABP
01.2015 - 03.2022
MANAGER
Express Oil Change
12.2001 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
CONTACT
ALEXANDRIA HIGH SCHOOL