Joshua Willis
Newburgh,IN
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong work ethic and reliability. Committed to driving growth across all facets of the transportation industry within The Cox Group. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and contribute to team success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Fleet Manager
Walts Drive A Way Services
Evansville, Indiana
10.2022 - Current
- Managed fleet operations by assessing vehicle availability and routing efficiency for improved cost optimization.
- Monitored driver performance, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated daily dispatch schedules for multiple delivery routes.
- Assigned drivers to optimize pickups and deliveries based on customer requirements.
- Communicated with drivers to ensure timely deliveries and route adjustments.
- Oversaw scheduled routes to ensure appropriate coverage by delivery drivers.
- Tracked vehicle locations using GPS systems to provide real-time updates to customers and management.
- Monitored vehicle locations using GPS tracking systems for real-time updates.
- Provided guidance to drivers on delivery locations, pickup points, route restrictions or traffic delays.
- Communicated with customers regarding delivery schedules and order status updates.
- Responded to customer messages in regards to delivery issues.
- Utilized active listening and intelligent open-ended questioning to help build lasting relationships with customers.
- Cultivated relationships with vendors and suppliers to maintain high service quality standards.
- Negotiated rates with customers for the best possible pricing on services provided.
- Coordinated payroll, manpower projection and data entry while scheduling staff, overtime and vacation hours to optimize productivity.
Driver
Walts Drive A Way
Evansville, IN
07.2016 - 10.2022
- Operated vehicles to transport goods efficiently across designated routes.
- Inspected vehicles daily to ensure safety and compliance with regulations.
- Communicated effectively with dispatchers regarding route changes and delays.
- Loaded and unloaded cargo according to safety standards and procedures.
- Adhered to traffic laws and company policies for safe driving practices.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
- Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pike Central High School
05-2000
Skills
- Vehicle tracking
- Route optimization
- Driver performance monitoring
- Dispatch coordination
- Safety compliance
- TMW OS
- Rate negotiations
- Customer relations
Timeline
Fleet Manager
Walts Drive A Way Services
10.2022 - Current
Driver
Walts Drive A Way
07.2016 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Pike Central High School