Operated and managed a successful independent cargo van delivery business, providing long-haul and regional transportation services for various shippers, brokers, and direct customers.
Coordinated pickups and deliveries of diverse freight, ensuring on-time and secure transport across multiple states.
Managed all aspects of daily operations, including scheduling routes, negotiating rates, maintaining vehicle compliance, and handling invoices and client communications.
Built strong relationships with repeat customers by delivering reliable service and maintaining excellent customer satisfaction.
Demonstrated strong self-motivation, time management, and problem-solving skills while working independently in a dynamic logistics environment.
Furnace Operator
Encore Wire
10.2016 - 02.2022
Kept operations in compliance with company targets, safety requirements and legal statutes.
Carefully reviewed daily work orders to maintain accuracy, reduce material waste and increase overall productivity.
Operated equipment such as lift trucks, bobcats and cranes to transport materials and products.
Maintained safe operations of furnace melting copper which resulted in producing up to average of 30 million pounds of copper per month.
Reviewed parts and removed extra materials before loading into furnace, consistently maintaining tight production targets
Forklift Operator
Re-Poly Recycle
01.2015 - 12.2015
Removed debris and waste materials from machinery to reduce possibility of clogs and malfunctions.
Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
Troubleshot and diagnosed mechanical issues, completed basic repairs and conducted preventive maintenance actions to keep equipment functional.
Maintained safe operations of shredding and grinding machine, which resulted in producing up to average of 50 million pounds of recycled plastic per month.
Cargo Specialist
United States Army
01.1996 - 06.2014
Created documents of load plans, cargo cleanliness inspections and transportation processes.
Negotiated and arranged transport of goods with shipping or freight companies. which resulted in spending of 10 to 25 million dollars per month.
Supported cargo mobility and contingency operation to spearhead deployment and training missions.
Assembled containers and crates used to transport large items such as vehicles or machines.
Successfully maintained clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Heavy Equipment Operator
ManTech
07.2006 - 12.2008
Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
Synchronized resources on job sites by smoothly communicating with and directing team members via handheld mobile devices.
Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
Supply Technician
Eagle Group
01.2004 - 07.2006
Conducted cyclic inventories and requisitioned stock to meet demanded inventory levels.
Reviewed and verified quantities received against bills of lading, contracts and purchase requests.
Verified clerical computations against physical count of stock to adjust errors in computations.
Determined causes of discrepancies to make appropriate adjustments to correct inventory records and documents.
Acted as receiving agent in verifying delivered goods, preparing receipts for purchases and generating quarterly transaction reports.
Used identification tags, stamps and electronic marking tools to mark stock items.
Organized and maintained correct inventory levels to drive highest turns possible on inventory.
Provided supply chain guidance to team of 12 to 15 employees.
Summary
Motivated and dependable professional pursuing an Associate’s Degree in Information Technology with strong skills in troubleshooting, communication, and customer service. Proven track record of managing all aspects of an independent delivery business, demonstrating reliability, problem-solving, and client satisfaction. Eager to apply technical knowledge, attention to detail, and a commitment to learning in an entry-level IT support or help desk role.