Kevin E. Blair
Chester,VA
Summary
Operated heavy commercial vehicles for 6 years. Assisted in various warehouse functions for over 7 years. Supported inventory management and loss prevention efforts. Certified refueler with a focus on efficiency and accuracy. Adapted quickly to new tools and environments while collaborating effectively with team members.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
(OTR) Over the Road Driver
Panther Logistics
Medina, OH
06.2025 - Current
- Operated commercial vehicles safely across diverse routes, ensuring timely deliveries.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to maintain vehicle safety and compliance with regulations.
- Managed logistics for efficient load planning and route optimization to reduce fuel consumption.
- Coordinated with dispatchers to communicate traffic issues and delivery status updates effectively.
- Completed preventive maintenance checks and basic repairs to vehicles.
- Inspected load security and checked for damages.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
Flatbed driver field technician
Xylem, Pasadena Texas
Pasadena, Texas
11.2023 - 06.2025
- Follow all DOT safety regulations
- Deliver pumps to water treatment, plants, construction sites and energy plants
- Chaining and strapping experience
- Towing pumps 10,000 pounds or less
- Minor repairs on engine pump and water pump in
- Completing set ups for bypass at water treatment plants
- HASC card holder courses completed
- Twic card
Certified Refuel Delivery Driver
4Refuel, Houston TX
Houston, TX
05.2022 - 11.2023
- Deliver fuel to our client base in a timely fashion within a designated area
- Fuel up fleets, heavy equipment machinery, generators, complete bulk tank drops, and or trains
- Work outdoors in all weather conditions to meet our customer demands
- Work independently, and or as a team to complete your route for the day
- Conduct daily vehicle inspections and accurately complete related documentation
- Use a hand-held computer device to monitor the flow of fuel being disposed form the truck
Driver (Class B CDL, Hazmat, Tanker)
Sysco Buckhead Meat of Houston, Houston TX
Houston, TX
09.2018 - 05.2022
- Drove automatic 26-foot box truck
- While following DOT safety rules and regulation
- Pre trip/ post trip vehicle inspection
- Drove to Dallas, Austin, San Antonio, Louisiana/ avg. 2550 miles a week
- Made deliveries to local grocery stores, restaurants, and casinos
3rd Shift Warehouse
Sysco Buckhead Meat of Houston, Houston TX
Houston, TX
09.2018 - 05.2022
- Hand selected orders within various warehouse environments of fluctuating temperatures, including dry, cooler, and freezer
- Operated assigned SOS unit to created labels; correctly placed labels on product
- Stacked product on pallets in accordance with proper selecting procedures
- Operated an electric pallet jack or forklift to transport product
- Staged pallets for loading on proper dock locations
- Maintained and safely operated all assigned equipment
- Frequently lifted products that weigh up to 75lbs
- Shrink-wrapped product on loading dock
1st & 2nd Shift Warehouse Lead
Wurth Service Supply, Wichita KS
Wichita, KS
08.2013 - 09.2018
- Used of sit-down style forklifts, stand-up style forklifts, and turret truck forklift
- Assisted in receiving functions and putting away products in correct locations
- Used packaging machine to pack products
- Daily cycle counts
- Maintenance of warehouse equipment and supplies
- Assist in managing warehouse pickers during morning and evening shifts
Press Operator
Koch Industries, Wichita KS
Wichita, KS
10.2012 - 08.2013
- Operating and maintaining machines to meet production goals
- Troubleshooting and basic maintenance of equipment
- Maintaining cleanliness of work area throughout shift to ensure a safe and orderly work environment
- Perform quick dye changes per facility protocol
Refurbisher
Hayes Company, Wichita KS
Wichita, KS
08.2011 - 10.2012
- Packing and wrapping shelves per company protocol
- Refurbishing retail shelves
Education
High School Diploma - Auto Technician
Old Dominion Job Corps Center
Monroe, VA05.2006
Skills
- Twic Card
- HASC Safety Card
- Class B CDL Hazmat/Tanker
- Carded with Motiva and Magellan
- Staging/Stocking
- RF Scanner
- Forklift
- Packing/Receiving
- Equipment Repair
- Basic Math Skills
- Exceptional problem solver
- Multi-tasker
- Inventory experience
- Word/excel
- Mechanically inclined
- Proficient with multiple handle power-tools
Timeline
(OTR) Over the Road Driver
Panther Logistics
06.2025 - Current
Flatbed driver field technician
Xylem, Pasadena Texas
11.2023 - 06.2025
Certified Refuel Delivery Driver
4Refuel, Houston TX
05.2022 - 11.2023
Driver (Class B CDL, Hazmat, Tanker)
Sysco Buckhead Meat of Houston, Houston TX
09.2018 - 05.2022
3rd Shift Warehouse
Sysco Buckhead Meat of Houston, Houston TX
09.2018 - 05.2022
1st & 2nd Shift Warehouse Lead
Wurth Service Supply, Wichita KS
08.2013 - 09.2018
Press Operator
Koch Industries, Wichita KS
10.2012 - 08.2013
Refurbisher
Hayes Company, Wichita KS
08.2011 - 10.2012
High School Diploma - Auto Technician
Old Dominion Job Corps Center