KENNETH HOPGOOD
Grovetown
Summary
Dynamic CDL Truck Driver with extensive experience at Green Energy Biofuel, excelling in safety standards and customer service. Proven ability to conduct thorough inspections and maintain compliance with DOT requirements. Recognized for effective communication and attention to detail, ensuring timely and safe transportation operations while enhancing client satisfaction.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Green Energy Biofuel
Warrenville
03.2025 - Current
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas, and maintaining vehicle control to ensure safe deliveries.
- Followed all safety protocols to minimize risks during transportation operations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, routes, and fuel usage to support compliance and operational reporting.
- Communicated road conditions and delivery status to team members, ensuring timely updates and coordination.
CDL TECHNICIAN
Augusta Industrial Services
Augusta
05.2024 - 03.2025
- Inspected vehicles pre- and post-trip, logging and reporting mechanical issues to enhance safety.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed malfunctioning equipment to restore operational functionality.
- Inspected equipment to identify areas of wear or causes of malfunctions.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Adapted work strategies to effectively manage varying weather and ground conditions during operations.
- Ensured quality assurance and met customer satisfaction objectives through diligent oversight.
PDT CROSS-FUNCTIONAL AGENT
Piedmont Airlines
Augusta
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Delivered exceptional customer service by proactively addressing concerns and fostering positive experience throughout all interactions.
- De-escalated and resolved customer complaints, ensuring timely and professional service.
- Improved client satisfaction by promptly addressing inquiries and delivering accurate product and service information.
- Informed clients of policies and procedures to ensure understanding and compliance.
GENERAL FOREMAN
RICHMOND COUNTY CONSTRUCTORS LLC
Waynesboro
10.2017 - 07.2023
- Led teams of up to 20 employees to achieve project goals and maintain productivity.
- Coordinated with field engineers and trade workers to ensure construction projects aligned with drawings and specifications.
- Achieved timely completion of projects with strict adherence to budget constraints and quality standards.
- Conducted daily job safety analyses to identify and mitigate risks for workers and visitors at job sites.
- Followed US Occupational Health and Safety Administration mandates for using gloves and insulating blankets during high-voltage equipment installation.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
- Completed final walk throughs at job sites to close out projects.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
FOREMAN
Fluor
Greenville
11.2016 - 10.2017
- Supervised training of new construction and extraction over 250 workers on safety practices and procedures.
- Maintained safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Trained new employees on systems, best practices, and compliance with protocols to ensure effective onboarding.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find the best solutions.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
CDL TECHNICIAN
Augusta Industrial Services
Augusta
06.2016 - 11.2016
- Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
- Inspected vehicles before and after trips and logged and reported mechanical problems to avoid unsafe hazards.
- Inspected equipment to identify wear and potential malfunctions, preventing future breakdowns.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed malfunctioning equipment to restore functionality and ensure safety.
- Ensured quality assurance and upheld customer satisfaction by adhering to maintenance standards.
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER II
South Carolina Department of Corrections
Columbia
10.2005 - 06.2016
- Managed emergency situations and effectively de-escalated hostile confrontations to safeguard staff and inmate welfare.
- Conducted searches of inmate cells to identify and confiscate contraband and prohibited items, ensuring safety and security.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Supervised and monitored inmate activities during visits, mealtime, recreation, phone calls, and showers to maintain order and compliance.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
Education
Certificate: Commercial Truck Driving -
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
Sandersville, GA12.2023
High School Diploma -
Lucy Craft Laney High School
Augusta, GA06.1995
Skills
- CDL License
- DOT Requirements
- Motor Vehicle Safety
- Inspecting Trucks
- Routine Inspections
- Safety Standards
- OSHA compliance
- Hazards Management
- Machine Operations
- Attention to Detail
- Documentation management
- Multitasking and Organization
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Customer Service
- Customer interaction
- Written/Verbal Communication
Accomplishments
- ES&H Training
- Supervisor Leadership Training
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Green Energy Biofuel
03.2025 - Current
CDL TECHNICIAN
Augusta Industrial Services
05.2024 - 03.2025
PDT CROSS-FUNCTIONAL AGENT
Piedmont Airlines
10.2023 - 07.2024
GENERAL FOREMAN
RICHMOND COUNTY CONSTRUCTORS LLC
10.2017 - 07.2023
FOREMAN
Fluor
11.2016 - 10.2017
CDL TECHNICIAN
Augusta Industrial Services
06.2016 - 11.2016
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER II
South Carolina Department of Corrections
10.2005 - 06.2016
Certificate: Commercial Truck Driving -
Oconee Fall Line Technical College
High School Diploma -
Lucy Craft Laney High School