Lorne T. Hicks Jr.
Mechanicsburg,PA
Summary
Reliable professional in commercial transportation, known for high productivity and efficiency in completing tasks. Skilled in route planning, vehicle maintenance, and safety compliance to ensure timely deliveries. Excel at communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to navigate unexpected challenges on the road. Committed to maintaining professionalism and punctuality in all transport assignments.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lease Purchase Owner/Operator
LTHJ TRANSPORT L.L.C (FOODLINER)
Camp Hill, PA
12.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Maintained detailed records of truck operations, including fuel receipts, mileage logs, and other required documents.
- Performed pre- and post-trip safety and maintenance checks to mitigate hazards.
- Worked well with dispatchers to communicate route and schedule changes.
- Collaborated with other drivers on the road in order to share resources and complete tasks efficiently.
Bulk Truck Driver
Foodliner
Camp Hill, PA
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to ensure safe operation.
- Promoted positive customer service by delivering on-time shipments and fully resolving issues.
- Encompassed reliability and dependability by being available for assignments on short notice.
- Loaded and unloaded vehicles at distribution center and delivery address..
- Operated Pneumatic Bulk Tank to deliver flour or sugar to customer silos.
Local Truck Driver
Amazon (York Transportation Solutions)
York, PA
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Fulfilled back haul orders and spotted trailers in loading yard.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
Regional Truck Driver
JB Hunt Transport
Harrisburg, PA
09.2021 - 02.2022
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Fulfilled back haul orders.
- Delivered freight in an efficient, timely, and courteous manner while adhering to company policies and procedures.
Intermodal Truck Driver
Schnieder National
Chambersburg, PA
05.2021 - 09.2021
- Inspected and maintained vehicle supplies and equipment to ensure vehicles remained in proper working condition.
- Transported goods to and from specified destinations in accordance with delivery schedules.
- Maintained accurate logs to document mileage and delivery information.
- Ensured timely completion of all assigned tasks within established deadlines.
- Coordinated with dispatch to receive updates, communicate efficient routes and convey delays.
- Inspected truck before and after trips, ensuring all safety regulations were followed.
Delivery Manager/Delivery Driver/Warehouse Associate
RF Fager
Camp Hill, PA
01.2013 - 04.2021
- Deliver and Pickup merchandise to various customers throughout the central pa area
- Assist in picking orders for will call and customer deliveries
- Assist in receiving freight and parcel
- Assist in inventory control of warehouse
- Coordinated with customers to plan efficient or special deliveries.
- Monitored staff and organization of delivery department.
- Monitored customer feedback throughout the product lifecycle to ensure satisfaction with delivered products or services.
- Delivered shipments promptly to maintain effective customer relationships and bolster future business opportunities.
- Trained team members on new technologies used during the course of a project.
- Created and enforced policies and procedures for entire logistics team.
- Managed performance issues with delivery team members.
Delivery Driver
FedEx Ground
Lewisberry, PA
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Delivered and Picked-up various parcel to commercial and residential customers
- Performed pre-check and post check of vehicles for preventative maintenance
Delivery Driver
United Parcel Service (Ups)
Harrisburg, PA
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Delivered and Picked-up various parcel to commercial and residential customers
- Performed pre-check and post checked of vehicles for preventative maintenance
Warehouse Associate/Delivery Driver
Navis Pack and Ship Center
Morrisville, NC
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Prepared & organized pickups and deliveries for clients within the Raleigh-Durham Metropolitan Area
- Packaged and shipped various freight through common carriers and small parcel
Prep Specialist
Commonwealth Caterers
Middletown, PA
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Prepared & organized deliveries for clients within the Harrisburg Metropolitan Area
- Provided preventive maintenance on company vehicles
- Assisted in product inventory control procedures
Seasonal Sales Associate
Kohl’s Department Store
Colonial Park, PA
01.2002
- Assisted customers in obtaining retail merchandise
- Assisted in inventory control of retail merchandise
Education
CDL A LICENSE - TRUCKING
AAA School of Trucking
Harrisburg, PA05-2021
Liberal Arts Studies -
Gardner-Webb University
Shelby, NC05.2004
Academic Diploma -
Central Dauphin East High School
Harrisburg, PA06.2003
Skills
- Extensive knowledge of RF System
- Manuel and Automatic Trucks
- Route planning
- Load management
- Driver management
- Forklift certification
- Professionalism and work ethic
- Customer service
- Dispatch communication
- Vehicle inspection
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- DOT compliance
Certification
- CLASS A CDL X ENDORSMENT - ISSUED 05/19/2021
Timeline
Lease Purchase Owner/Operator
LTHJ TRANSPORT L.L.C (FOODLINER)
12.2023 - Current
Bulk Truck Driver
Foodliner
09.2022 - 11.2023
Local Truck Driver
Amazon (York Transportation Solutions)
02.2022 - 09.2022
Regional Truck Driver
JB Hunt Transport
09.2021 - 02.2022
Intermodal Truck Driver
Schnieder National
05.2021 - 09.2021
Delivery Manager/Delivery Driver/Warehouse Associate
RF Fager
01.2013 - 04.2021
Delivery Driver
FedEx Ground
01.2012 - 01.2013
Delivery Driver
United Parcel Service (Ups)
01.2007 - 01.2012
Warehouse Associate/Delivery Driver
Navis Pack and Ship Center
01.2005 - 01.2007
Prep Specialist
Commonwealth Caterers
01.2004 - 01.2005
Seasonal Sales Associate
Kohl’s Department Store
01.2002
- CLASS A CDL X ENDORSMENT - ISSUED 05/19/2021
CDL A LICENSE - TRUCKING
AAA School of Trucking
Liberal Arts Studies -
Gardner-Webb University
Academic Diploma -
Central Dauphin East High School
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